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Smith family experience with COVID-19 featured in Trail Runner magazine
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Former Piedmonter shares the story of the family's journey from infection to hospital ER to recovery.Around Town
Taking refuge in reading amidst a pandemic
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From The Secret Garden to War and Peace, books demonstrate the capacity of the human spirit to conquer some of the very worst things.Around Town
Piedmont teens create online grocery delivery platform for at-risk individuals
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Feedmont.org was created by 4 PHS students and matches at-risk individuals with low-risk community members to deliver groceries and other essentials.COVID-19
Flatten the Curve: Social distancing PS video goes viral
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The ad, from the state of Ohio, effectively shows how one small action produces a chain reaction of devastating consequences.COVID-19
Oakland pizza/beer garden seeks to feed doctors, nurses and first responders
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[SPONSORED] Arthur Mac's Tap & Snack co-owner, Piedmonter Joel DelGiorgio, pivoted early to takeout only and hopes to get meals to healthcare workers on the front lines.Bay Area
Don’t cancel summer internships, California STEM education advocates caution
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Cancellations are on the rise and could have an irreversible, long-lasting impact on the science and technology talent pool.California
Most CA parents are worried school closures will leave their students behind, survey finds
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The transition to distance learning has been uneven, particularly in providing services to special education students.Around Town
Commonwealth Club Conversation | The Science of Happiness during COVID-19
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Experts offer three tips: Cultivate social connection, positive states or “bursts of awe," and proven techniques for handling stress.Around Town
