BYU On-Campus Housing Announces Trash Bags as a COVID-19 Prevention
COVID-19 cases are still increasing across the world, especially in Utah, but BYU still plans to open in the fall with some precautionary measures in place. The on-campus housing department has determined that in the event of being exposed to or infected with COVID-19, three large trash bags will be graciously donated to the affected student. This decision has resulted in a mad rush to … Continue reading BYU On-Campus Housing Announces Trash Bags as a COVID-19 Prevention
“Be Thankful, At Least Tik Tok Is Still Here,” says Elder Jeffrey R. Holland in New Statement
As part of a series on messages of faith during COVID-19, Jeffrey R. Holland, a general authority of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, released a statement this morning. The statement reminds Church members to have hope and faith in unprecedented times. The central message of the thought was on gratitude, noting that the Saints should focus on the things they are grateful … Continue reading “Be Thankful, At Least Tik Tok Is Still Here,” says Elder Jeffrey R. Holland in New Statement
Local Ward Trek Converted to 48-hour Digital Event
The Saratoga Springs 116th ward was “devasted” when they realized they would have to cancel Trek 2020. Fortunately, ward leadership was able to convert the entire 2-day, 20-mile handcart trek into a digital event that the whole ward could participate in from the comfort of their own homes. “Everyone seemed so upset when we announced on the ward Facebook page that trek would be cancelled. … Continue reading Local Ward Trek Converted to 48-hour Digital Event
Infectious Disease Experts Backtrack After BYU Pre-Med Student Discredits Masks in Instagram Post
BYU premedical student Dallin Young has made waves in the medical community after his brave Instagram rant completely eviscerated the expert opinions of the world’s foremost infectious disease physicians. Young, who works as a CNA in Provo when he’s not otherwise busy studying for CHEM105, made his powerful comments in the caption under a photograph of a massive Provo party he hosted this weekend. His … Continue reading Infectious Disease Experts Backtrack After BYU Pre-Med Student Discredits Masks in Instagram Post
Utah Testing Apologizes for Miscalculation in ‘Positive’ COVID-19 Test Results
The Utah Department of Health has issued a statement detailing the incorrect number of positive COVID-19 cases reported, followed with an apology and explanation for the extreme error. The average case count per day from last week was reported as 447, a noticeable decrease from the previous weeks. Unfortunately, last week’s average case count was corrected in the Utah Department of Health’s report as an … Continue reading Utah Testing Apologizes for Miscalculation in ‘Positive’ COVID-19 Test Results