DATA

• Cases 109 
• Hospitalizations 6  
• Deaths 4**

*These are cumulative totals as of 08/17/2021 4pm **Deaths in people with a recent positive COVID Test

The Biden administration announced Wednesday that federal health experts now recommend vaccinated Americans receive a COVID booster shot.

President Joe Biden outlined plans for a booster for fully vaccinated Americans and vaccine mandates for nursing home employees in a speech Wednesday.

Given the average cost of a COVID-19 hospitalization in 2020 ran about US$42,200 per patient, will the unvaccinated be asked to bear more of the cost of treatment, in terms of insurance, as well?

Advocates for closing America's digital divide are urging Congress to pass legislation which would invest $65 billion to build out high-speed internet access in Colorado and across the nation.

GERD, or “heartburn,” is a more common condition that affects about twenty percent of Americans.

For many people across the world, managing money seems impossible. Just thinking about money can resurface feelings of doubt and self-consciousness. For that reason, many people are careless with their finances, unable to see how their purchasing decisions today will affect them in the future. Read on to learn the five most common money mistakes to avoid.

Colorado Governor Jared Polis sent a letter to the Colorado State Board of Health urging the body to adopt a rule that would require all medical personnel in the state to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Alice E. Bledsoe

January 23, 1926 - August 17, 2021

Funeral services for Alice E. Bledsoe of Hugo are pending.

Arrangements are under the direction of Brown Funeral Home.