The one guest no one wants this Christmas is the coronavirus bug, so we implore all of our readers to make smart choices and follow the advice of the nation’s public health experts.

Don’t travel for the holidays.

Keep your gatherings small, limited to your household or no more than one other household.

When you’re out and about Christmas shopping, wear your mask properly, covering your nose and down to your chin.

Stay at least six feet away from people who don’t live with you.

Wash your hands frequently with hot water and soap, or use hand sanitizer when soap and water are unavailable.

We can get rid of this Grinch of a virus only when we do our part.

Please, stay safe this Christmas.

(THE ALPENA NEWS)