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A note: Today is my last day at the Omaha World-Herald after 23 years with the newspaper. I start at UNMC Strategic Communications next week.
I leave with nothing but gratitude for everything the OWH has given me.
Pour: Did go to Board of Health with rationale for implementing mask mandate. Board supported, and have received letters of support Omaha medical community, education and community groups.
Due to get started shortly.
Interesting lineup.
Dr. Pour, who has authority under Omaha city code to handle health regulations in an epidemic.
Dr. Gary Antone, Nebraska's Chief Medical Officer. Pour made clear he would not sign on to a local Directed Health Measure on masks.
Schmaderer: We know everyone is hurting, want to get started in addressing.
I spoke against actions in Minneapolis. Omaha has been special place, come together to work on issues. Will meet with partners right after press conf.
Bars reopen under same basic rules as restaurants. 6 feet separation tables, patrons seat at tables. No food at bar. 50 pct capacity. Servers wear mask.
6 feet separation entertainers and performers.
No table over 6 people.
Election commissioner Brian Kruse: The election is going to happen.
Douglas County sent out early voter request to registered voters. Asking to vote by mail and stay at home.
100,000 requests already for mail voting. Mailed 55,000 ballots already.