April 22, 2020 Issue, Page 17 of 20

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A Local Survival Guide, Wednesday, April 22. 2020 PGQ How to support local According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small businesses make up businesses during 99.9% of all businesses in the United States and employ 59.9 million employees. mandatory restrictions ££ | silt Te outbreak of the novel coro- regular customers stay at home in navirus COVID-19 throughout the wake of government advisories Recognize the United States in March promoting social distancing. But that more 2020 transformed American lives in ‘small businesses are vital to local than food ways many might never have imag- communities, and there are ways to is avail- ined possible. Social distancing support them and help them stay able for recommendations and restrictions afloat as they confront the chal- takeout. In on gatherings of more than a hand- lenges posed by the COVID-19 response to ful of people had a ripple effect on the economy that adversely affect- outbreak. the COVID- the spread of COVID- 19 outbreak, Governor Andrew 19. ed many small businesses. * Order delivery. It's still possible to Cuomo of New York announced enjoy foods from your favorite local relaxations on laws governing what * Purchase a gift Small businesses are the back- card. Gift cards can COVID-19. Share these experienc- restaurants. Many restaurants that can and cannot be obtained via bones of local communities. had not previously done so have takeout, allowing takeout on goods help small businesses generate es via social media or online According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, small begun to offer delivery services, be that were previously restricted in revenue at a time when their doors reviews, and urge your neighbors to it curbside or at-home, and this can regard to takeout. For example, are largely closed to the public. This businesses make up 99.9 percent patronize these businesses. of all businesses in the United provide a great respite for families Cuomo announced that the New can be vital to these businesses’ who have had to cook three meals York State Liquor Authority intend- survival, and it gives consumers Local businesses are suffering dur- States and employ 59.9 million employees. The SBA notes that the a day at home for their entire fami- ed to temporarily relax regulations something to look forward when life ing the COVID-19 outbreak. But lies for extended periods of time. regarding the takeout and delivery returns to normal. accommodation and food services communities can come together to sector is the second largest small Curbside delivery has made it pos- of alcohol. Utilizing such services « Help market local businesses. support business owners and their business industry. Many of these sible to get takeout meals without can be a great way to support local Spread the word when local busi- businesses have been hit especially compromising social distancing rec- businesses while still adhering to nesses deliver in the wake of the employees to help these vital busi- hard as more and more of their ommendations. recommendations designed to slow restrictions put on them due to nesses stem the tide. The Trout Agency will How to clean when faced offer a complete line of Financial, Farm, Auto, and with a shortage of supplies Commercial Cover.age. I: light of concerns about COVID-19, the list of sanitizing ms is because it various health organizations have issued is so effective at we way viruses and bacteria. Friction 5th and Main St. Hammon specific instructions on how to maintain rubbing with ~ personal safety and cleanliness. These ‘soap and water can hi recommendations involve using common tive envelope, states the EPA Tyson Trout 980-339-1733 household products to sanitize homes, offices and public spaces. As people take Agency such precautions, many are stocking up on extra essentials — resulting in short- elbow grease. Hydrogen peroxid ages. Everything from hand sanitizers to paper towels may be hard to find on grocery store shelves, leaving some to wonder what they can do to remain safe without Disease Control and Preventi sanitizers? household hydrogen peroxide at 3 concentration can deactivate: rl The Environmental Protection Agency states that coronaviruses are some of the easiest types of viruses to kill because they have an Coronavirus is easier to destro envelope around them that enables them to novirus, so hydrogen peroxid merge with other cells and infect them. If that bs he protective coating can be disrupted, the virus can't do its job. For those having trou- ble finding well-known cleaning agents, Or. these alternatives use on COVID-19 disinfection. In lie a shortages, white vinegar, baking soda may suffice. pastes and citrus oils and juices could, Hot water and soap the void of chemically-based cleanser: for The reason hand-washing is at the top of other home tasks.