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How COVID testing will work after the US health emergency ends in May

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

BestReviews is reader-supported and may earn an affiliate commission. DetailsHere are some changes you can expect to see for obtaining at-home COVID-19 testsThe U.S. categorized COVID-19 as a public health emergency in early 2021. In addition to providing two shipments of free tests through the U.S. Postal Service, private insurers had to cover up to eight COVID-19 tests each month and other costs related to the process.However, after the U.S. health emergency ends in May, obtaining free COVID-19 tests may be more difficult. The biggest impact will land on over-the-counter testing kits.In this article: iHealth COVID-19 Antigen Rapid Test, Celltrion DiaTrust COVID-19 Rapid Test and Flowflex COVID-19 Home TestTesting for COVID-19 after the May deadlineAt-home COVID-19 tests have become increasingly popular because of their versatility and ease of use. After the U.S. health emergency ends, household consumers may have to locate and purchase their own testing kits.Testing for COVID...

Monday's White Sox-Phillies game has been postponed

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

CHICAGO — For the first time this season, the White Sox have had one of their games called off due to mother nature.The White Sox-Phillies game scheduled for 6:10 p.m. at Guaranteed Rate Field tonight has been postponed due to “high winds and cold temperatures.”.The teams will play a straight doubleheader starting at 3:10 p.m. on Tuesday. .@WGNNews pic.twitter.com/dSDe8XEx7E— Larry Hawley (@HawleySports) April 17, 2023With high winds and chilly temperatures in the forecast, the team's game against the Phillies at Guaranteed Rate Field set for Monday evening for 6:10 p.m. has been postpoined.The team's won't have to wait long to make it up as they'll take part in a straight doubleheader on Tuesday at the ballpark starting at 3:10 p.m. Game 2 will be played 30-to-45 minutes after the conclusion of Game 1.It's the first of the three-game interleague series for Pedro Grifol's team against the reigning National League Champions.

Building torn down, 'Hi, How Are You' mural stays up

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) -- If you drive past the intersection of 21st and Guadalupe streets, you'll see a familiar sight. The famous "Hi, How Are You" mural stands tall, but the building it was attached to was demolished over the weekend. The Hi, How Are You Project (HHAYP) -- a nonprofit created in 2018 and named for the late, beloved artist and world-renowned musician Daniel Johnston -- posted on Instagram the mural is being preserved during the construction of a new student housing project. Where to find ‘Instagrammable’ murals in Austin for your next photo op The mural depicts a creature named Jeremiah with the words “Hi, How Are You” sprawled above him. It appeared on the wall in 2014 and was created by Johnston, who died in 2019. He became a household name for Austinites because of his music and art, which are a cultural staple in the capital city. “Hi, How Are You” mural in central Austin (KXAN Photo/Jaclyn Ramkissoon)Hi, How Are You mural preserved through building demolition (KXAN...

Austin brings back free Zilker Park shuttle services this summer

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — With summertime around the corner, the Austin Parks and Recreation Department will roll out its free Zilker Shuttle services next month.PARD announced Monday the free services will run to Zilker Metropolitan Park from the One Texas Center parking garage beginning May 27 through Sept. 4. The services will operate every Saturday and Sunday — as well as during the Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day holidays — from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. RELATED: Zilker Park adding new pay stations, increasing prices for parking The One Texas Center parking garage is located at 505 Barton Springs Road. Parking tickets must be validated by shuttle operators, per the release.Shuttle riders will be dropped off at the Zilker Playground and Barton Springs Spillway, a few minutes' walk to Barton Springs Pool. Pets aren't allowed on the shuttle.The news came less than a month after the city announced an increase in parking fees at Zilker.Currently, Zilker Park charges from March to Septemb...

Pablo López, Twins finalizing four-year extension

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

The Twins are finalizing a four-year, $73.5 million agreement with starting pitcher Pablo López, a source confirmed Monday, which will keep the right-hander with the Twins through the 2027 season.The extension, which has not yet been made official, is supposed to kick in next season, which would have been López’s final year of arbitration, and will buy out his first three years of free agency.The Twins acquired the 27-year-old pitcher this offseason from the Miami Marlins, swapping him for 2022 American League batting champion Luis Arraez. The early returns have been more than promising and he was rewarded with the richest contract the Twins have ever given a pitcher. López, whom the Twins named their Opening Day starter, has been a big reason the rotation has had the early-season success it has.“He couldn’t be more impressive. I’ll just say it like that,” manager Rocco Baldelli said earlier this month. “He’s pitching just like a top-of-the-rotation pitcher does and on top of that, ...

Fire crews extinguish brush fire in Fulton County

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

CAROGA, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Saturday, a downed power line started a brush fire on Route 29A. Crews from the Caroga Lake Fire Company and the Stratford Fire Company responded. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The brush fire covered approximately 1 acre. 15 personnel and a Wildlife Suppression Assignment extinguished the fire. The Saulsbury Fire Company and NYS Forest Rangers were also on the scene.

SUNY Adirondack to walk 'Out of the Darkness'

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

QUEENSBURY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - At the end of April, the SUNY Adirondack community is joining a nationwide movement. The college will participate in its third annual Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The walk will embark from the college Office of Health and Wellness at 11 a.m. on Saturday, April 29. Every year, walks are held across the country to raise money for suicide prevention efforts by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, as well as awareness of suicide statistics and what it takes to save a life.“We want to raise awareness of this issue, to help prevent other families from experiencing a suicide loss,” said SUNY Adirondack mental health counselor and assistant professor of counseling Holly Irion. “This walk is a really inspiring way to show that no one is alone in the battle against suicide.” Spring Zing fishing fest back in Warrensburg Nationally, the America...

Participating restaurants in Amsterdam WingFest

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

AMSTERDAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On the heels of the Amsterdam WingFest dates being announced, the City of Amsterdam has also released a list of participating restaurants for the annual event. Participating restaurants will offer one wing samples for $1, and event-goers will have the chance to vote on best on the best and hottest wings in the city.  Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The Rockton HouseLyon St. Bar and GrillGood Fellas-PizzeriaCreekside TavernRusso's Bar & GrillBosco's Family RestaurantG's Famous Lemon CookiesSharpshooters Billiards & Sports PubJoe's Family RestaurantThe Polish American VeteransFresh BasilDomAdi's DeliGuge's DogsHerk's TavernLorenzo's SouthsideParillo's Armory GrillSouthside SliceShorty's SouthsideMiss Blues Pet BoutiqueThe WingFest will take place on Saturday, April 22 from 1 to 6 p.m. “I can't think of a more helpful and enjoyable way for Amsterdam residents to spend their Saturday," said M...

98 Degrees to perform at Rivers Casino & Resort

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- 98 Degrees, a male R&B group that rose to fame with hits like "Give Me Just One Night," "Because of You," and "The Way You Want Me To," will be performing at the Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady on September 21, 2023. Doors open at 6 p.m., and the show begins at 7 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The group, consisting of the all-Ohio-raised Jeff Timmons, Justin Jeffre, and brothers Nick and Drew Lachey, has eight Top 40 singles and has sold over 10 million records. Tickets go on sale Friday, April 21 at 10 a.m. Tickets start at $75, plus taxes and fees.

Waterford Police find missing teen

Published Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:40:54 GMT

WATERFORD, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Waterford Police have located 15-year-old Lillian Bonhotel safely. Bonhotel was reported missing earlier on Monday, and police said she had not been seen since Friday. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Police say Bonhotel was found safely.