OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A new survey of bankers in rural parts of 10 Plains and Western states shows the vast majority expect the coronavirus outbreak to push their local areas into recession. The overall index for the region plummeted to 12.1 in April from March’s already anemic 35.5. It was the lowest index recorded…
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (AP) — The coronavirus pandemic has provoked a spike in demand for food pantries in the U.S. Providers have seen people lining up hours before pantries open, with cars stretching sometimes for miles. But while demand is up as much as 60% in some places, food donations have declined significantly. Katie Fitzgerald is…
Beijing, China (AP) — As countries consider how to restart their virus-halted economies, the early experiences in China and parts of Europe show it will be no easy task. Workers back on the job are wary of spending much. Shoppers are staying away. Masks and social distancing measures are not fading. And pervasive is the…
Shelbyville, IL (KTRS) The Illinois State Police need your help finding a missing person. In a release, State Police say that 29-year-old Kimberly Mattingly of Paris, Illinois is 5 feet 3 inches tall, 160 pounds, with blue eyes. If you have any information, please contact the Illinois State Police at (217)278-5004.