Benicia teachers and students work together during COVID-19 pandemic to succeed at distance education

The Benicia High School graduating class of 2020 is concerned they will not get to participate in a graduation ceremony. Ideas are in the works for a potential virtual ceremony. Benicia Herald, by Emma Goularte, April 8, 2020 Emma Goularte is editor of the Benicia Paw and a member of the Benicia High School graduating … Continue reading Benicia teachers and students work together during COVID-19 pandemic to succeed at distance education

Clarification: Solano County COVID-19 curve rising? Or flattening?

By Roger Straw, April 9, 2020 I’m confused. The Solano County Health department reports out daily Mon-Fri with an excellent accounting of COVID-19 updates.  Here’s a screenshot of their most recent report: In my daily coverage, I’ve highlighted the daily increase in Total Confirmed Cases (112 above).  I’ve also paid a lot of attention to … Continue reading Clarification: Solano County COVID-19 curve rising? Or flattening?

COVID-19 deaths in California expected to peak on April 17

The model for California predicts that COVID-19 deaths per day will peak on April 17 Vallejo Times-Herald, April 7, 2020 The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation, an independent research center at the University of Washington, has released COVID-19 projections for all 50 states and for nations around the world. The models predict “extent and timing … Continue reading COVID-19 deaths in California expected to peak on April 17

COVID-19 in Solano County on April 7: 11 new cases and 1 new death

UPDATE: See today’s latest information Tuesday, April 7 – 11 new cases and 1 new death, total now 99 cases, 2 deaths Source: Solano County Coronavirus Information & Resources Last report (Monday, April 6): Summary: Solano County reported 11 NEW POSITIVE CASES today – total is now 99.  One new deaths in Solano County – total … Continue reading COVID-19 in Solano County on April 7: 11 new cases and 1 new death