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FoodService Director is working to track the unprecedented impacts of COVID-19 on the foodservice industry. See below for the latest updates, and to connect with other operators during this time, join the private Facebook group Coronavirus in the Food & Beverage Industry.

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How one Ky. school district is keeping students fed during the COVID-19 pandemic

 By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 07, 2020

Jefferson County Public Schools is using food trucks and grab-and-go sites to serve about 18,000 meals a day.

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Bill introduced to eliminate school lunch debt during COVID-19

 By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 07, 2020

The bill would suspend the collection of all meal debt as well as any late fees associated with it.

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Postponement of Summer Olympics forced a quick U-turn for USOPC foodservice

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 07, 2020

The sudden cancellation of the 2020 games created unique challenges for the team that feeds the athletes.

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As corporate employees work from home, Florida Blue finds a way to keep foodservice staffers in the kitchen

By Kelsey Squire on Apr. 06, 2020

The insurance provider has teamed up with a local organization to help prepare meals for area seniors.

Operations

How college dining is engaging students in the era of distance learning

By Kelsey Squire on Apr. 06, 2020

As the COVID-19 crisis continues, foodservice teams are cooking up fresh ways to connect with diners.

Operations

College foodservice adjusts to a new normal

By Kelsey Squire on Apr. 06, 2020

IU Dining Executive Director Rahul Shrivastav shares how Indiana University is adapting amid the coronavirus pandemic.

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As some noncommercial operations press pause, restaurants look to fill the void

By FSD Staff on Apr. 02, 2020

Restaurants across the country are working to provide food and support for healthcare staff, K-12 students and families experiencing food insecurity.

Operations

Contract companies step up with meal solutions for employees

By Patricia Cobe on Apr. 02, 2020

Foodservice providers Sodexo and Cura ease COVID-19 stress with meals to go.

Operations

N.C. schools to receive additional state funding due to COVID-19

By Benita Gingerella on Apr. 01, 2020

The funds can be used to cover school nutrition costs.

Operations

Green Bay Packers dining team prepares meals for healthcare and school staff

By FSD Staff on Apr. 01, 2020

The dining team is supplying more than 1,000 meals per week.

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