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Students from struggling economic backgrounds sent home with food for the weekend have improved test scores, study finds

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Published: Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021

Local food banks operated by Feeding America work with schools and community members to identify the most needy students and make sure they have enough food for the weekend.

What does full FDA approval of a vaccine do if it’s already authorized for emergency use?

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Published: Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021

Full FDA approval is a milestone that may help build confidence among the vaccine hesitant about the safety of the vaccines. 

If the Unvaccinated Want to Work, They Face a Series of Hurdles

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Published: Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021

Written by Art Shotwell

As employers create safety protocols for workers who refuse vaccination, we ask experts if they really work. Or is the point to pressure employees into getting a shot?

The US is taking a bite out of its food insecurity – here’s one way to scrap the problem altogether

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Published: Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is set to permanently increase the value of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits by 25% above pre-pandemic levels in October 2021.

Statewide Indoor Mask Mandate in Effect next Monday

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Published: Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021

Written by Art Shotwell

 Governor Inslee announced that the existing statewide mask mandate will be expanded to once again include vaccinated individuals in indoor settings effective Monday, August 23.

Do I need a COVID-19 booster shot? 6 questions answered on how to stay protected

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Published: Monday, Aug. 16, 2021

The increasing prevalence of new coronavirus variants is raising questions about how well protected those who’ve already had their COVID-19 shots are against evolving forms of the SARS-CoV-2 virus.