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Mayor Barrett reflects on one year of COVID-19; praises unsung heroes in the fight against the virus Ricardo Torres, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel © City of Milwaukee via Zoom The United Community Center shared stories about its unsung heroes as part of an effort by Milwaukee Mayor Tom Barrett to highlight the efforts of people who helped fight COVID-19. Saturday marked one year since the coronavirus pandemic hit Milwaukee. One year ago, Milwaukee confirmed its first case of COVID-19 and since then, in Milwaukee County, nearly 1,100 have died after contracting the virus.   �...

One year ago, Milwaukee confirmed its first case of COVID-19 and since then, in Milwaukee County, nearly 1,100 have died after contracting the virus.   “This has been a tumultuous year and a very sad year in many regards because of the loss of life. But we also know it goes way, way beyond that,” Mayor Tom Barrett said Saturday. “The loss of jobs and people who have been impacted in their living situation — many have really suffered because of what’s happened over the last year.”   On Saturday, Barrett reflected on one year of fighting the coronavirus pandemic, praising...