COVID-19 – Page 12 – Sightseers' Delight

Texas puts new restrictions in place as coronavirus cases increase

June 30, 2020 The Center Square

Bars are closed and Texas restaurants cannot exceed 50 percent of their seating capacity beginning Monday, down from 75 percent as the number of coronavirus cases in the state continues to climb.

Senator wants Americans to travel to help the economy

June 24, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

U.S. Sen. Martha McSally, R-Ariz., has introduced legislation encouraging Americans to support the tourism industry following the COVID-19 pandemic by taking a trip.

Explore the history of firefighting at the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting

June 11, 2020 Todd DeFeo

When it comes to an appreciation of firefighting and the equipment firefighters use, the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting in Phoenix is an absolute must.

DeWine says casinos, amusement parks can open starting June 19

June 6, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Ohio’s casinos, racinos, amusement parks and water parks can reopen starting June 19, Gov. Mike DeWine announced Friday afternoon.

Ohio governor announces plan to allow museums to reopen

June 5, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Zoos, trampoline parks and museums in the Buckeye State can soon reopen under new regulations, Gov. Mike DeWine said.

Coronavirus claims more than 400,000 hotel-supported jobs in California

May 29, 2020 The Center Square

Coronavirus-related losses of jobs supported by the hotel industry in California numbered 414,069 out of a total of 1,014,600 hotel-supported jobs, according to a hotel industry estimate.

Arizona saw spike in travel over Memorial Day weekend

May 29, 2020 The Center Square

Arizona residents took road trips of varying lengths at a 40 percent higher rate than the week before.

Walt Disney World announces July 11 reopening date

May 28, 2020 The Center Square

Walt Disney World plans to reopen its Orlando gates July 11, but even in the Magic Kingdom, the specter of COVID-19 will require a range of safety measures and protocols.

Nevada prepares to reopen casinos next week

May 28, 2020 The Center Square

As 18,102 more Nevada residents filed new unemployment clainms for the week ending May 23, the state is preparing to reopen casinos and other businesses deemed nonessential during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History

Opportunities to connect and enjoy history even amid COVID-19

May 28, 2020 Todd DeFeo

The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown everything into chaos. As students have moved from the schoolhouse to the home, the opportunities to visit cultural attractions have also ceased.