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Utah and Washington County is reopening in phases. Here's what the plan does.

As Utah begins loosening its most stringent coronavirus restrictions, larger gatherings will be allowed and most businesses can open, within limits.

       




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Local saddlemaker discusses the iconic western saddle and what it takes to build it right

Saddlemaker Steve Hafen talks about what it takes to build a saddle to last generations, and how family and hard work are key components in his life.

       




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Southern Utah gets a 'no' from state on request to move to 'yellow' and drop restrictions

Officials had asked Governor Gary Herbert to lower the threat level in southwest Utah. He did not.

       




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What St. George reopening amid COVID-19 and moving to 'orange' means for public health

With businesses across Utah reopening on May 1, here is what returning to normalcy might mean for the health of St. George residents in the future

       




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Local outdoor enthusiasts step up, keep land clean amid non-local influx

Members of Trail Hero and other local outdoor enthusiasts step up to keep Sand Hollow State Park clean after a wave of non-locals ended in vandalism.

       




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COVID-19, Trump, and the Lake Powell Pipeline: GOP governor debate in Washington County

Utah's four Republican governor candidates debated virtually on Washington County issues, including Trump, the coronavirus and Lake Powell Pipeline.

       




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Washington County principal continues to motivate and inspire students studying from home

Washington County principal Burke Staheli continues to motivate and inspire students who are studying from home by posting daily messages on Facebook.

       




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mb 4.1 SOUTH OF KERMADEC ISLANDS

Magnitude  mb 4.1
Region  SOUTH OF KERMADEC ISLANDS
Date time  2020-05-09 10:26:25.6 UTC
Location  32.50 S ; 179.58 E
Depth  448 km




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M 3.8 PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION

Magnitude   M 3.8
Region  PHILIPPINE ISLANDS REGION
Date time  2020-05-09 10:39:03.0 UTC
Location  5.51 N ; 127.39 E
Depth  143 km




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M 4.0 OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.

Magnitude  M 4.0
Region  OFF W. COAST OF S. ISLAND, N.Z.
Date time  2020-05-09 11:06:15.7 UTC
Location  48.40 S ; 165.75 E
Depth  12 km




and

Ml 2.1 ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII

Magnitude  Ml 2.1
Region  ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII
Date time  2020-05-09 13:14:25.6 UTC
Location  19.23 N ; 155.42 W
Depth  32 km




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mb 4.8 MACQUARIE ISLAND REGION

Magnitude  mb 4.8
Region  MACQUARIE ISLAND REGION
Date time  2020-05-09 13:18:38.8 UTC
Location  54.65 S ; 158.71 E
Depth  10 km




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mb 4.5 KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION

Magnitude  mb 4.5
Region  KERMADEC ISLANDS REGION
Date time  2020-05-09 13:39:07.1 UTC
Location  31.35 S ; 179.10 E
Depth  353 km




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mb 4.7 UNIMAK ISLAND REGION, ALASKA

Magnitude  mb 4.7
Region  UNIMAK ISLAND REGION, ALASKA
Date time  2020-05-09 14:02:03.5 UTC
Location  54.42 N ; 163.62 W
Depth  70 km




and

Md 2.2 ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII

Magnitude  Md 2.2
Region  ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII
Date time  2020-05-09 14:10:15.4 UTC
Location  19.21 N ; 155.41 W
Depth  30 km




and

Ml 2.3 ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII

Magnitude  Ml 2.3
Region  ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII
Date time  2020-05-09 14:30:48.2 UTC
Location  19.21 N ; 155.40 W
Depth  32 km




and

Ml 2.0 ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII

Magnitude  Ml 2.0
Region  ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII
Date time  2020-05-09 15:06:43.8 UTC
Location  19.46 N ; 155.62 W
Depth  -1 km




and

Ml 2.2 ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII

Magnitude  Ml 2.2
Region  ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII
Date time  2020-05-09 16:09:07.0 UTC
Location  19.21 N ; 155.40 W
Depth  32 km




and

Ml 2.1 ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII

Magnitude  Ml 2.1
Region  ISLAND OF HAWAII, HAWAII
Date time  2020-05-09 17:03:23.1 UTC
Location  19.43 N ; 155.62 W
Depth  0 km




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ML 1.2 SWITZERLAND

Magnitude  ML 1.2
Region  SWITZERLAND
Date time  2020-05-09 17:19:36.4 UTC
Location  46.38 N ; 8.85 E
Depth  7 km




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CORONAVIRUS AND SPORTS

Who has tested positive?

      




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Coronavirus: Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Garner and more stars team up for virtual graduations

Who says graduation can't happen online? Liam Payne, Oprah Winfrey and more stars are going to give the Class of 2020 a virtual send-off.

      




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Working from home during the coronavirus pandemic: How to cope

How to prevent depression, reduce stress, and increase energy levels while working from home during the coronavirus pandemic.

      




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This weekend: New Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber, Michelle Obama doc, 'SNL' season finale

Out this weekend: Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber's new duet, Michelle Obama's documentary on Netflix and the season finale of "Saturday Night Live."

      




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Roy Horn of 'Siegfried and Roy' dies of COVID-19 at age 75

"Today, the world has lost one of the greats of magic, but I have lost my best friend," Siegfried Fischbacher said in a statement.

      




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Unusual Mother's Day weather: Two-thirds of the US face record cold and snow while a heat wave blasts the West

Mother's Day will bring Arctic blasts, wintry conditions and records low temperatures for two-thirds of the US. Meanwhile, a heat wave will hit Alaska

      




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Latest on global search for coronavirus vaccine: 1st US candidate set for Phase 2; WHO tracks 8 efforts; Pfizer tests in humans

As the all-out effort for a vaccine accelerates, USA TODAY is rounding up some of the week's most notable developments.

      




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'People are really suffering': Black and Latino communities help their own amid coronavirus crisis

Black and Latino community leaders are stepping in to help their own through the coronavirus crisis.

      




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Looking for toilet paper, disinfecting wipes or hand sanitizer? Try bartering on Facebook and Nextdoor

Welcome to the real sharing economy. Friends and neighbors set up trades on Facebook and Nextdoor for household essentials like toilet paper, eggs and bread.

      




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The pandemic offers mothers something they will never have again

The pandemic has undoubtedly created parental suffering, but it also offers an opportunity to be present with our children in ways we never could.

      




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Artists Evan and Radie Steiner fell insta-love through Instagram. Now they're married.

An Indianapolis photographer met a New Jersey painter on Instagram because they liked each other's work. Now they're married and run an art business.

      




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'Frankenstein' and Mary Lincoln: Here's Indiana Repertory Theatre's 2020-2021 season

Indiana Repertory Theatre's new plays include Mary Lincoln's reclusiveness, 'Fahrenheit 451' and a celebration of Indianapolis' bicentennial.

      




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The 'Andy Griffith'-inspired movie exceeded its fundraising goal. Here's what's next.

The "Andy Griffith"-inspired movie "Mayberry Man" reached its fundraising goal. Here are more opportunities to be involved with the film in Indiana.

      




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For creators of Madam C.J. Walker Netflix series, her story is timeless and 'aspirational'

The Netflix series "Self Made" depicts Madam C.J. Walker's rise as a hair care entrepreneur in Indianapolis.

      




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For Indy concert company, coronavirus presents puzzle of postponed and rescheduled dates

Efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19 translate into a financial challenge for nearly everyone connected to the production of live music.

      




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Was Addie Munroe a true rival of Madam C.J. Walker and other questions about 'Self Made'

We answer four questions about the historical accuracy of the Netflix series "Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker."

      




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John Prine made music, friends and even a movie in Indiana

Iconic singer-songwriter John Prine, who died at age 73, hired Indiana guitarists Jason Wilber and Larry Crane to play in his band.

       




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Indy art historian's 'You Are an Artist' book supplies ideas, and readers supply effort

Indianapolis art historian Sarah Urist Green presents more than 50 do-it-yourself projects in 'You Are an Artist' book

       




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Indiana Black Expo cancels Summer Celebration and Circle City Classic over coronavirus

Citing the need to keep people safe, Indiana Black Expo has canceled its Summer Celebration and Circle City Classic.

       




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How 2 Hoosiers are helping artists impacted by the coronavirus pandemic

Here's how two Hoosiers are helping feed local artists and creatives impacted by the coronavirus pandemic.

       




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Ballet lessons from the living room: Dance classes during the coronavirus pandemic

Kerry Kapaku, owner of DanceWorks Indy, teaches a Saturday ballet class from her home. The studio is offering online content due to coronavirus concerns.

       




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Pawnee returns Thursday for special 'Parks and Rec' episode from quarantine

As a fundraiser for Feeding America, the cast of "Parks and Recreation" shot a special episode during the coronavirus pandemic. It will air April 30.

       




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Arts venues will be among the last to reopen and must overcome some of the toughest hurdles

Social distancing and people's potential discomfort sitting in auditoriums have given Indianapolis venues several problems to solve amid coronavirus.

       




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Snake Pit gallery: Flesh, mud and lots of beer

      




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Retro Indy: Grocery stores and supermarkets

From the neighborhood markets to the supermarkets of our past

      




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Retro Indy: 1977 Hollandsburg massacre left 4 dead and a survivor to testify

Four boys were executed in a Parke County, Indiana, mobile home on Feb. 14, 1977. There was only one survivor: Betty Jane Spencer.

      




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Retro Indy: Vintage life hacks your grandma might have used

From restoring a corset to avoiding banana unpleasantness, some of these hints are still helpful today.

      




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Retro Indy: Fire ravaged circus and elephants roamed the streets of Fulton County

Animals were burned alive in a fire that swept the winter quarters of Cole Bros. Circus in Fulton County, Indiana, on Feb. 20, 1940.

      




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'Citizen archivists' projects to work on during the coronavirus pandemic

Volunteers serve as "citizen archivists" to help make their collections more accessible to the public.

       




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Video: 5 Indianapolis attractions that have come and gone

Memories of our most beloved amusements