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The 2022 Oregon State University Commencement on Saturday, June 11, 2022 at Reser Stadium.
‘An amazing accomplishment:’ thousands gather in rain for Oregon State’s 153rd Commencement
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Jayathi Murthy pictured in the Student Experience Center Plaza on June 7 during a reception for her being selected to be Oregon State Universitys 16th president. Murthy was unanimously elected by the OSU Board of Trustees on June 7, and will begin this position on Sept. 9.
Jayathi Murthy selected as OSU’s 16th president
Construction is underway on the east side of Reser Stadium where Student Health Services will be relocated to the Oregon State University Wellness Clinic for future use. Student Health Services and the Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center will both move out of Plageman Hall and be separated from each other.
Student Health Services, Survivor Advocacy and Resource Center to move out of Plageman Hall
OSU senior Lily Noling poses in front of the Oregon State sign in her regalia attire on May 26. Noling will be graduating June 11 with a Bachelor of Science in the College of Business, majoring in marketing.
Soon-to-be OSU graduates look towards future as commencement approaches
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Defense presents counteroffers for prosecution to review in bias assault crime trial
Protest Against Gun Violence on June 11, 2022
The outside of the Corvallis Arts Center on May 12. The CAC building used to be a church and is over 100 years old, and the center features classes, residency for artists-to-be, a gallery and community events.
The Corvallis Arts Center will host Arts Alive in person for the first time since 2019
Oregon State University PhD student Saichon Sumantakul (left) and second year biohealth science major Melissa Richards preparing silverware for Stone Soup diners at First Christian Church in downtown Corvallis, Ore. on May 24.
Stone Soup Corvallis Inc. faces increased demand for meals, seeks community volunteers
Elijah Stucki is the executive director for Mid Willamette Trans Support Network and has been volunteering for the network since 2017. Mid Willamette Trans Support Network has a community at The Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Corvallis, Ore.
OSU alumna-activist, Albany Pride founder speak on PRIDE
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Corvallis Knights drop series to the Bells
Matthew Ager celebrates a successful inning after recording a strikeout with his catcher, Tyler Quinn against the Walla Walla Sweets at Goss Stadium in Corvallis. The Sweets won the game, 2-1.
Corvallis Knights rebound and triumph over Walla Walla Sweets
Justin Boyd slides into third with a triple in the final game of the Corvallis Super Regional at Goss Stadium on June 13, 2022.
Beaver Baseball season ends just short of College World Series
Jacob Melton celebrates a home run in the second game of the Corvallis Regional at Goss Stadium on June 12, 2022.
Beavers Beat Auburn 4-3
Beavers fall in the Corvallis Super Regional opener
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Corvallis Knights drop series to the Bells
Matthew Ager celebrates a successful inning after recording a strikeout with his catcher, Tyler Quinn against the Walla Walla Sweets at Goss Stadium in Corvallis. The Sweets won the game, 2-1.
Corvallis Knights rebound and triumph over Walla Walla Sweets
Justin Boyd slides into third with a triple in the final game of the Corvallis Super Regional at Goss Stadium on June 13, 2022.
Beaver Baseball season ends just short of College World Series
Jacob Melton celebrates a home run in the second game of the Corvallis Regional at Goss Stadium on June 12, 2022.
Beavers Beat Auburn 4-3
Beavers fall in the Corvallis Super Regional opener
Redshirt-sophomore quarterback Chance Nolan looking for an open reciever down the field. Nolan finished the game going 7-15 for 48 yards and 1 interception.
Harlan: Let Chance cook
OSU Inked: Revisiting the series with a focus on Oregon State Football players
Oregon State tight end Teagen Quitoriano looks at the huddle against the University of Oregon Ducks on Nov 27, 2021 in Eugene, Ore. Quitoriano was selected to the Houston Texans with the 170th pick in the 5th round of the 2022 NFL Draft.
Teagan Quitoriano drafted by Houston Texans in 2022 NFL Draft
Photo Gallery: OSU football spring game
The Oregon State football team lining up to face off against each other at the spring football scrimmage on April 16 at Reser Stadium. The OSU football team uses the scrimmage to get ready for the next season.
Football shows improvement in spring scrimmage
Oregon State senior gymnasts Kaitlyn Yanish, Alexa McClung, and Colette Yamaoka (left to right) posing for a photo on senior night in Corvallis, OR, on February 25, 2022. The Oregon State Beavers won the meet against the Stanford Cardinal by a score of 197.225-195.05.
Gymnastics gets win over Stanford on senior night
Olympic gymnast Jade Carey scans the crowd with a smile on her face during her floor routine which would earn here a perfect 10 at the gymnastics meet against University of Washington on February 13, 2022
Carey scores a 10.000 on floor routine as Beavers get win against Huskies
Jade Carey celebrates with her team after her performance on the uneven bars, earning a perfect score for Oregon State.
Jade Carey scores a perfect 10 against ASU
Oregon State freshman all-around gymnast Jade Carey sticking her landing with her teammates watching on in the Beaver tri-meet against the UCLA Bruins and the University of California, Davis Aggies in Corvallis, Ore. on Jan 23, 2022. Carey would set a program record of 39.8 points, and the Beavers would score an overall team score of 197.00 to win the tri-meet against the Bruins (196.300) and the Aggies (194.700)
Beaver gymnastics wins tri-meet against Bruins and Aggies, moves to 4-0
Photo Gallery from this weekend in Corvallis
The Oregon State Mens basketball team is seen locking arms during the national anthem against the University of Oregon on Jan 10 inside of Gill Coliseum. The Beavers finished the season 3-28 after making it to the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament in the previous year.
A lost basketball season
A photo gallery from the Oregon State vs Oregon mens basketball game on Jan. 10, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore. In the 358th meeting between the two teams, the Ducks defeated the Beavers by a narrow score of 78-76.
Beavers fall to Ducks in first round of PAC-12 tournament
Freshman forward Glenn Taylor Jr. fights his way through the UCLA defense in route to his 10 point performance in 34 minutes. The Beavers lost to UCLA by a score of 94-55.
Beavers collapse in second half, lose big to UCLA
Oregon State senior forward Maurice Calloo takes charge against the defense to get a basket against some tough defense during the mens basketball game versus Colorado in Gill Coliseum on Feb. 15, 2021. The Beavers would lose the game by a score of 64-90, and would lose their twentieth game of the season.
Men’s basketball loses to Colorado, extends losing streak to 10
Oregon State University junior, Jarod Lucas, shoots for a two-pointer against University of California in Gill Coliseum, Feb. 9, 2022. The Beavers would lose to the Golden Bears 61-63.
Oregon State Men’s Basketball loses a close one at home to Golden Bears finishing 63-61
The Oregon State Men’s Soccer team huddling together before they faced off against the Clemson Tigers in Corvallis, Ore. on Dec. 4, 2021.
PAC-12 Champions: Reflecting on a season full of firsts for men’s soccer
Oregon State junior midfielder Sofiane Djeffal (10) and redshirt-senior midfielder Tyrone Mondi fighting for the ball at Paul Lorenz Field in Corvallis on Dec. 4. The Beavers would fall to the Clemson Tigers by a score of 4-3 in a penalty shootout, eliminating the Beavers from the NCAA tournament.
Oregon State Men’s Soccer falls to Clemson Tigers, eliminated from NCAA tournament
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No. 1 seed Beavers take down No. 16 Wildcats to stay alive in the Men’s Soccer NCAA Tournament
Oregon State sophomore midfielder Mouhameth Thiam driving the ball up the pitch at Paul Lorenz Field on Nov. 21. Thiam finished the game with 1 goal for the Beavers, helping them with against the St. Johns University Red Storm by a score of 2-0.
No. 1 ranked Beavers defeat St. John’s in second round of men’s soccer NCAA tournament
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No.3 Beavers get win over PAC-12 rival, Stanford Cardinal in men’s soccer matchup
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Beavers beat Stanford in super regional, advance to college world series
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Beavers take game one of super regional against Stanford
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Beavers Shock 11th Ranked Tennessee, Advance to Super Regionals
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Beavers Beat Tennessee, Set up Winner Take-All Game
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Beavers Beat Buckeyes Again, Advance to Regional Final
A photo gallery from this weekend in Oregon State sports. The Oregon State womens basketball team fought hard, but lost to the University of Arizona Wildcats by a score of 53-55 on Jan. 13, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore.
Women’s basketball falls to UCLA in WNIT quarterfinals, concludes season
Oregon State freshman guard AJ Marotte getting past a Long Beach State defender inside Gill Coliseum on March 17, 2022. Marotte finished the game with 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, and the Beavers defeated the Beach by a score of 70-59.
Oregon State advance further in the WNIT, winning against the Pilots
Oregon State freshman guard AJ Marotte getting past a Long Beach State defender inside Gill Coliseum on March 17, 2022. Marotte finished the game with 2 points, 2 rebounds, and 1 assist, and the Beavers defeated the Beach by a score of 70-59.
Beavers defeat Long Beach State, move onto second round of WNIT
A photo gallery from this weekend in Oregon State sports. The Oregon State womens basketball team got the upset victory over the University of Colorado, Boulder Buffaloes, and won by a score of 69-66 OT on Jan. 17, 2022 in Corvallis, Ore.
Women’s basketball loses to Stanford in second round of PAC-12 tournament
Oregon State guard Talia von Oelhoffen attempts to score a pull up jumpshot against the defender. Talia ended the game with a total of 13 points.
Oregon State Women’s Basketball defeats ASU 59-54, advances to the second round of the Pac-12 Tournament
An illustration of someone playing soccer. The Oregon State women’s soccer team opened up their spring schedule against the University of Portland in Portland, Ore. on April 2.
OSU women’s soccer looks toward spring schedule
Oregon State junior midfielder Skylar Herrera is working to keep the ball in play in order to score against the University of Oregon Ducks on Nov. 5 at Paul Lorenz Field. The Oregon State Beavers would tie with the Ducks 2-2.
Oregon State Women’s Soccer concludes regular season with draw against rivals
The Oregon State womens soccer team taking on the UCLA Bruins at Paul Lorenz Field on Oct. 15. The Beavers would lose the game by a score of 4-1.
Women’s soccer battles hard but falls short to Bruins
Junior midfielder Sofiane Djeffal, (left), and junior defender Gael Gibert signal to nearby teammates after they scored the final point that put them in the lead against UCLA at Thursday nights game.
OSU Men’s and Women’s Soccer team earned ranked wins
The Oregon State womens soccer team celebrates a goal by redshirt-senior midfielder Mylene Gorzynski (16). The goal by Gorzyski helped the Beavers keep their undefeated streak.
Women’s soccer team defeats North Dakota, stays undefeated
Both Devan Turner and Gary Traub, Oregon State Wrestlers, pose outside of Gill Coliseum on Feb 22. Both athletes have their own graphic t-shirt designs in which they sell online.
Athletes explore their options with NIL
Oregon State redshirt-senior 133-pound wrestler Devan Turner posing with family, friends, and teammates on his senior night in Gill Coliseum on Feb 4, 2022. Turner won his last match inside Gill by a score of 9-3, and the Beavers defeated the Cal Poly mustangs by a score of 21-10.
Parents proud of their sons as Wrestling defeats Cal Poly 21-10
Photo Gallery from this weekend in Corvallis
Oregon State redshirt-junior 157-pound wrestler Hunter Willits elevating his opponents leg to get the takedown against the University of Little Rock, Arkansas Trojans in Gill Coliseum on Jan. 14, 2022. Willits would win his match by a score of 7-2, and the Beavers would win the meet by a score of 34-0.
Beaver Wrestling gets first conference victory of the season
Oregon State redshirt-senior 133 lb. wrestler Devan Turner locking in the collar tie with an opponent from Campbell University in Gill Coliseum on Nov. 6th. Already with two PAC-12 championships under his belt, Turner looks to win his third PAC-12 title and become an All-American at the NCCA Wrestling Championships this season.
Oregon State Wrestler Devan Turner looks to win third PAC-12 wrestling championship
The OSU volleyball team celebrates after scoring a point in the game versus the Washington State Cougars on Oct. 15. The Beavers would go on to lose the game, 0-3.
Volleyball drops competitive match to Washington State
The OSU womens volleyball team celebrating after scoring a point against the No. 17 Stanford Cardinals on October 8. The Beavers would fall to the Cardinals, losing 3-0.
Volleyball falls to No. 17 Stanford at first home game with fans since 2019
In this file photo from 2019, OSU Volleyball junior libero Grace Massey leads the teams celebration. Massey finished with 27 digs in the Beavers win on Feb. 11, a season high for the senior.
Oregon State Volleyball snaps losing streak, looks to build momentum
OSU Volleyball senior outside hitter Maddie Goings sets the ball. 
Why We Play: Maddie Goings (Oregon State Volleyball)
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Former Oregon State volleyball players accuse coach of running an abusive program
OSU Volleyball junior outside hitter Haylie Bennett (#4), senior middle blocker Serena Bruin (#24) and junior libero Grace Massey (#7) celebrate a point awarded by the referee. 
Luther: For successful season, volleyball must maintain consistency
Rathbone: Oregon State men’s basketball is no longer winning ugly, they’re just playing ugly
Rathbone: Special teams aren’t being special
OSU v UW #6
Rathbone: It won’t be long before Gary Andersen is smiling more often
Slaughter: Fan experience robbed
OSU Rugby looks for wins and more bodies
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New payment, registration plans help organize intramural sports
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Wheelchair basketball is the wheel deal
SAE’L Team 6 attempts to score. The ending score was 50-40 after 11 straight points for SAE’L Team 6, putting them in the lead.
Intramurals holds basketball finals
Teams attempt to sink other boats in the pool. Team Presentation Support ended with a victory.
Water Battleship makes a splash
Goalball is played with three players on the pitch at one time, with the players attempting to throw the ball into the opponents net. Goalball has been  a Paralympic sport since the 1976  Summer Games in Toronto.
Intramurals features Goalball tournament
Lost in a Warehouse: Window Cleaners in Danger
Lost in a Warehouse: Window Cleaners in Danger
Cocos Adventures: Finals
Coco’s Adventures: Finals
Gumbo: Beavers
Gumbo: Beavers
Ham Creek: Lizard Time
Ham Creek: Lizard Time
Icosahedron: 0010
Icosahedron: 0010
Albany resident, John Kolck proudly displays a sign that reads “Freedom, Democracy and Peace in Ukraine. Stand with the World Against Tyranny.” at a protest on Sunday, March 5. Kolck mentioned that while he is in Corvallis, Ore. protesting, his daughter is abroad in Berlin helping Ukrainian refugees.
During war with Russia, the Barometer stands with Ukrainians
Oregonians everywhere are waiting to see what the summer time looks like for Covid-19 prevention. Recent updates to the plans for battling the Covid-19 pandemic are on the horizon.
Letter From the Editor: How to safely transition into a ‘new normal’ this summer
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: We cannot celebrate 125 years of The Baro without addressing its oppressive past
The Daily Barometer Editor-in-Chief Jaycee Kalama stands in front of the Memorial Union.
Letter from the Editor: Why The Baro is printing monthly, new things to come
This illustration shows two individuals who are wearing their masks in addition to social-distancing outside.
Editorial: Do your part to protect our communities
Paige Orals on May 24, a second year student at Oregon State University works in Dixon Recreation Center. She is one of many employees who will get a boost to a 15$ wage this July.
Social Addendum: I’m getting a raise and you deserve one too
Student outside of the OSU Global Opportunities office on May 17, holding her passport. The OSU global opportunities office regulates OSU international programs.
F*ck it, real talk: Why it’s hard to study abroad, but important to try
Starship robots pass by the outside of the Memorial Union on May 16. The Starship robots will rise up in 2065 according to the local representative, but only after they conquer the train that comes through campus.
F*ck it, real talk: Starship robots have gotten faster and more aggressive, taking OSU community by storm
Redshirt-sophomore quarterback Chance Nolan looking for an open reciever down the field. Nolan finished the game going 7-15 for 48 yards and 1 interception.
Harlan: Let Chance cook
This illustration depicts a laptop and notebook on a table. Advisor Kerry Kincanon recommends students talk to advisors for help with registration.
On Our Minds: Scheduling tips, hacks to make registration less stressful
General Opinion Graphic
Letter To The Editor: Does CPD care?
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: ECAC is aware of concerns raised regarding investigation
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: We want a board that represents our strong desire for racial and gender justice
General Opinion Graphic
Letter to the Editor: We demand their resignation, a transparent external review of the presidential search process
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Letter to the Editor: The Board of Trustees must dismiss President Alexander
Lost in a Warehouse: Window Cleaners in Danger
Lost in a Warehouse: Window Cleaners in Danger
Cocos Adventures: Finals
Coco’s Adventures: Finals
Gumbo: Beavers
Gumbo: Beavers
Ham Creek: Lizard Time
Ham Creek: Lizard Time
Icosahedron: 0010
Icosahedron: 0010
Correction: OSU students report issues with accessibility on campus
Correction: COP26 restates efforts to limit global warming; Corvallis, OSU aim to reduce carbon footprint
Correction: CSD parents respond to discussion of potential vaccine mandate
Correction: Nick Hurley prepares to take over as Corvallis Police Chief
Correction: ASOSU insert in Feb. 17 issue

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Paige Orals on May 24, a second year student at Oregon State University works in Dixon Recreation Center. She is one of many employees who will get a boost to a 15$ wage this July.

Social Addendum: I’m getting a raise and you deserve one too

Christine Castles, Columnist
June 6, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Oregon’s minimum wage will increase to $13.50 an hour...

Bikes locked on the bike rack near the Student Experience Center at Oregon State University on May 31. Bikes are a common way to travel campus and ZAP encourages more people to bike for sustainability and health reasons.

ZAP biking aims to encourage students to bike more through prizes and competition incentive

Hayden Lohr, News Reporter
June 6, 2022

ZAP biking is an on-campus service at Oregon State University that, since COVID-19 quarantine is over for most, is now trying to increase awareness and encourage more people to bike to and around campus.  ZAP...

Student outside of the OSU Global Opportunities office on May 17, holding her passport. The OSU global opportunities office regulates OSU international programs.

F*ck it, real talk: Why it’s hard to study abroad, but important to try

Hayden Lohr, Columnist
June 6, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. Studying abroad is difficult to do; there are many barriers,...

Starship robots pass by the outside of the Memorial Union on May 16. The Starship robots will rise up in 2065 according to the local representative, but only after they conquer the train that comes through campus.

F*ck it, real talk: Starship robots have gotten faster and more aggressive, taking OSU community by storm

Hayden Lohr, Columnist
June 6, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. The robots on Oregon State Universtiy’s Corvallis, Ore....

A piece by Tim Timmerman (left) and a piece by Tatyana Ostapenko at the Corvallis Arts Center Looking at Us exhibition on April 10. The artists did not know each other prior to the exhibition but their work was chosen to be shown together due to similarities in message and style.

Looking at Us art exhibition aims to encourage hopefulness through hardship

Hayden Lohr, News Reporter
May 2, 2022

The Corvallis Arts Center exhibition “Looking at Us” hosts work from two artists dealing with themes of life, death and hope in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic and war in Ukraine. The exhibition,...

Two graduates from the College of Veterinary Medicine wash a dog at the Pet Day event in May 2018 at Magruder Hall on the Oregon State University Corvallis, Ore. campus. The Pet Day event will return this year after being put on hiatus for two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Corvallis Pet Day with the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine returns after two year hiatus

Hayden Lohr, News Reporter
May 2, 2022

Corvallis Pet Day at Oregon State University will return this May after a two-year pause, and the celebration will bring local pets, residents and the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine together. Pet...

Starlight the dog is pictured in a field near the Heartland Humane Society in Corvallis, Ore. on April 8. Starlight is in a cone because she was recently spayed, one of the many services the Woofstock event raises money for Heartland to do.

Heartland Woofstock event showcases animals as adoption rates fall after pandemic peak

Riley LeCocq, News Reporter
May 2, 2022

Our furry friends have supported us through the pandemic—now it’s time to don tie dye and bell bottoms to support them at the Heartland Humane Society’s ‘60s-themed Woofstock fundraiser. After...

Sarah Erickson talks about their experience as an Oregon State University grad student and the problems with math department qualifying exams in front of the Memorial Union on Feb. 18. The “Quals” have been a hot button issue with many students and instructors insisting that they are not an accurate measurement of student success.

F-ck it, real talk: The math department qualifying exams are just another roadblock to success

Hayden Lohr, Columnist
March 30, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. The math department’s doctoral-qualifying exams at Oregon...

Kira Durham stands in front of a house on 16th Street in Corvallis Or, on Feb. 11. Durham damaged her relationship with her childhood best friend after living with them in the dorms, over sanitation concerns.

F-ck it, real talk: Why you shouldn’t worry about where you live

Hayden Lohr, Columnist
March 9, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. When starting college, the transition to living in dorms...

A free tampon and pad dispenser can be seen in s single user restroom on the first floor of Waldo on Jan. 14. OSU is starting to install free tampon and pad dispensers across campus due to the Oregon Menstrual Dignity Act.

Social Addendum: Dispensing facts about the need for accessible periods products in all OSU restrooms

Christine Castles, Columnist
March 8, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. The new period product dispensers on Oregon State University’s...

HAYDEN LOHR | ORANGE MEDIA NETWORK A sign at the Learning Innovation Center on the Oregon State University campus in Corvallis, Ore. warns of the danger of COVID-19 and gives tips on preventing its spread to other individuals. The COVID-19 pandemic has been present in Oregon since March 2020.

COVID-19 pandemic timeline suggests ‘overtime’ virus ‘will become endemic’

Hayden Lohr, News Reporter
March 7, 2022

Since COVID-19 first appeared over two years ago around Dec. 12, 2019, the resulting pandemic has altered many lives at Oregon State University, and the virus is likely here to stay. Dec. 12, 2019:...

A sign to wear masks outside of a barber shop in downtown Corvallis, Ore. on Feb. 14. Small businesses are trying to constantly adapt to alterations in COVID-19 restrictions.

Corvallis businesses evolve to persist through COVID-19, available funding

Hayden Lohr, News Reporter
March 7, 2022

The outlook for Corvallis, Ore. small businesses continues to change with alterations in COVID-19 restrictions, weather and available funding.  The COVID-19 pandemic has passed the two-year mark. At...

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