Hello! Here’s a look at how AP’s general news coverage is shaping up in Iowa. Questions about coverage plans are welcome and should be directed to the Des Moines Bureau at 515-243-3281 or apdesmoines@ap.org. Iowa News Editor Scott McFetridge can also be reached at 515-243-3281 or smcfetridge@ap.org.

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EXCHANGES

HOSPITAL CHAPLAINS

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — The few months have brought a lot of fear of the unknown, and that has meant a lot of spiritual and existential distress for patients and their families grappling with illness during a pandemic. At a time when their services are greatly needed, chaplains at area hospitals — individuals tasked with helping those individuals through emotional distress — have found the nature of their work has changed tremendously. By Michaela Ramm, The Gazette. SENT: 550 words.

SENIOR PHOTOS

SIOUX CITY, Iowa — Since so many events that high school graduating seniors looked forward to have been wiped over three months due to spread of the novel coronavirus, Sioux City photographer Elizabeth Barrett has been offering a free service to deliver warm wishes and a sense of normalcy. Barrett, who also is a full-time teacher at Spalding Park Elementary School, has been offering free photo sessions to 2020 graduates in the tri-state region. By Bret Hayworth, Sioux City Journal. SENT: 620 words.

IN BRIEF:

— VIRUS OUTBREAK-IOWA — Iowa health officials are reporting 297 new coronavirus cases, bringing the total to 25,424.

SPORTS:

Nothing at this hour.

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