WASHINGTON DC (April 24, 2020) — The American Bus Association (ABA) — the industry leader advancing North American motorcoach travel and tourism — released a statement today after President Trump signed the latest Congressional funding-aid package, which added more funds to the already-depleted Paycheck Protection Program.

DES MOINES, IOWA (April 24, 2020) — Today, the Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has been notified of 521 additional positive cases for a total of 4,445 positive cases. There have been an additional 2,190 negative tests for a total of 27,528 negative tests to date, which includes testing reported by the State Hygienic Lab and other labs.

According to IDPH, an additional 11 deaths were also reported, 278 are currently hospitalized, and 1,604 Iowans have recovered.

DES MOINES, IOWA (April 24, 2020) — Governor Kim Reynolds signed a new proclamation continuing the State Public Health Emergency Declaration. The proclamation permits health-care providers to begin the process of resuming some elective surgeries and procedures through a phased approach, permits farmers markets to begin limited operations with appropriate public-health precautions, and provides other relief to Iowans affected by this disaster.

BETTENDORF, IOWA (April 24, 2020) — During these challenging times, we wanted to share this inspiring letter from our Preschool teacher to the Rivermont community.

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Our classrooms may be dark, but teaching and learning continue.