"Grocery store employees, I believe, are some of the unsung heroes of this epidemic and they must be compensated for their work," said Councilmember John D'Amico.
"The other thing we're really hearing today [Jan. 20], in particular, is the frustration with the county's website, being able to find an appointment, calling their information line, not talking to a live person.
The blood drive is taking place Friday-Sunday, Jan. 8-10 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Donors should use the La Cienega Boulevard entrance for access and self-parking. After parking, follow the signs to Cal Mare which is located on level 1 at the 3rd Street
Emotional Balance: Anxiety and depression were easy to fall into in 2020. But as we emerge, the pendulum will swing the other way. We must actively focus on positive emotions such as joy, gratitude, and optimism.
The following sectors remain closed under the Order: indoor and outdoor dining, personal care services, cardrooms, wineries, breweries, distilleries, museums, zoos, aquariums, movie theaters, amusement parks, live audience sports and family entertainment centers. Retail remains limited to 20 percent capacity.
"It's extremely soothing," Lawson said. "It creates peace within, which I think is always going to be a good thing for somebody who is going through treatment.
"If someone doesn't want to take the vaccine, I think they should understand that by having been vaccinated, they may be preventing the spread to many, many other people," Hopp said.
"His extensive experience in public health policymaking will make him an ideal advocate for ASH and its partners as we work towards zero deaths from tobacco," the statement read.