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The City of Bethel has made big changes in how taxis operate to protect both cab drivers and passengers from the spread of COVID-19. In new guidelines established April 1, passengers are now banned from sitting in the front seat next to the driver. And with support from Kusko Cab and Alaska Cab, the city is temporarily eliminating the shared ride system.

Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta communities are giving their residents a break on their water and sewer bills. The goal is to offer financial relief, as well as provide more water for residents to wash their hands and their homes to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Alaskans will have more time to apply for a Permanent Fund dividend this year.

As more people stay home with their kids and families to slow the spread of the coronavirus, the Tundra Women’s Coalition is keeping their doors open for women and children. So far, Bethel’s crisis emergency response network is open to help TWC screen and bring in people experiencing domestic violence.

Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation by the numbers:

People in Bethel are preparing for the arrival of COVID-19 because the region’s isolation will not protect them.

Hospitals nationwide lack enough face masks to protect their healthcare workers from the coronavirus. Thankfully, the Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation doesn’t have that problem yet. No cases of the virus have been diagnosed in the region. To remain ahead of the curve, YKHC is distributing kits for community members to assemble masks.