The cooler weather this week was sure a nice change from the recent triple-digit days we’ve had. It’s nice that fall is almost here. From what I can tell, the opinion of most people seems to be “The sooner 2020 is ended, the better”.
In COVID-19 news this week, the number of cases increased by 18 confirmed and probable cases. This is an increase of 7.6% from the prior week. This is still not good, but is better than the 16% increase from the week before.
I’ve mentioned before about the need for all of us to take responsibility for the spread of the virus. I’ve jokingly said that we need to prevent the spread for grandma’s sake. In looking over information provided by our local health district, comprised of Washington, Adams, Payette, Gem, Owyhee, and Canyon counties, 85% of cases occur in the ages of 59 and under, while 83% of deaths occur with people 60 and above. In other words, the younger people are catching it, but it is the older people who are primarily suffering the consequences. In breaking down the numbers further, 55% of all the cases are under 39 years of age. This is local information, not New York, or Texas, or Florida, or even Boise. This is just us in southwest Idaho. In order to prevent the spread to our senior citizens, we need the help of our younger people.
We have reached the stage in this pandemic where the virus is not going away anytime soon even if a vaccine came out tomorrow. In order to resume our lives and fully recover our economy, we have got to figure out how to adjust our habits to fit the circumstances. It still comes down to personal responsibility, not just for one’s self, but responsibility for the welfare of others who could suffer. It is no different than driving a car recklessly. You may or may not get hurt, but you also are putting other people in danger. So, please do the simple tasks to prevent the spread–wear a mask, keep your distance, and wash your hands.
In other news this week, the High School is hosting the first football game of the season on Friday night. One of the great things about Weiser football is we have a hillside where fans can spread out without close contact with others. If you go to the game, please take precautions. Literally, Grandma (and Grandpa) may depend on your decisions.
In City business, the City now has an RV dump! It is located at the corner of W. Idaho and W. 9th St. where the recycling center used to be. Go by and check it out. The Street, Water, and Waste Water Departments did a great job working together to provide this site and service for Weiser.
Well, that’s it for this week. Hope the fall season is good for you!
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