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A commentary by a legend in local retail, on behalf of his family. Hello everyone. I hope that you and your loved ones are safe, healthy and able to stay at home.

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Some students are returning to eight elementary schools in the Cowichan Valley School District this week as part of a plan to accommodate the children of essential-service workers dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic.