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2021 Charlotte Labor Day Parade Canceled Due To COVID-19 Pandemic

There will be no Labor Day Parade in Charlotte this year due to COVID-19 concerns.

SC High Court Rejects Capital City’s School Mask Mandate

South Carolina’s highest court on Thursday tossed out a school mask mandate in the state’s capital city, saying it contradicts a state budget measure aimed at preventing face covering requirements.

Biden Blasts High Court Failure To Block Texas Abortion Curb

President Joe Biden on Thursday blasted the Supreme Court’s decision not to block a new Texas law banning most abortions in the state and directed federal agencies to do what they can to “insulate women and providers” from the impact.

2021 Cabarrus County Fair Canceled Due To Increase In COVID-19 Cases

County officials announced on Thursday that the 2021 Cabarrus County Fair will be canceled due to low vaccination rates amid rising COVID-19 cases. The event was scheduled for September 10th-18th.

Misspelling Of Moderna Leads To Tourist’s Arrest In Hawaii

A 24-year-old Illinois woman submitted a fake COVID-19 vaccination card to visit Hawaii with a glaring spelling error that led to her arrest: Moderna was spelled “Maderna,” according to court documents.

East Iredell Middle School Goes Virtual Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases

Superintendent Jeff James announced on Wednesday that East Iredell Middle will transition to virtual learning amid rising COVID-19 cases.

Texas Bans Most Abortions, With High Court Mum On Appeal

The nation’s most far-reaching curb on abortions since they were legalized a half-century ago took effect Wednesday in Texas, with the Supreme Court silent on an emergency appeal to put the law on hold.

South Carolina Supreme Court Mulls School Mask Mandate Lawsuits

The South Carolina Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in two challenges to a state rule limiting the ability of school districts to require masks for students and educators.

School Districts Across Our Area Changing Mask Policies Due To The Rising Number Of Covid Cases

Tuesday night, the Iredell-Statesville School Board of Education voted 4-2 in an emergency meeting to require masks starting Thursday, September 2nd. Previously, masks were optional.

Cheerwine Festival Canceled Due To Health Concerns

The Cheerwine Festival, which was set for September, has been canceled after careful consideration and guidance from the Rowan County Health Department, Novant Health and the City of Salisbury, according to a Tuesday news release.

Rowan-Salisbury Schools Extend Mask Mandate; More Than 3,000 Students in Quarantine

There are growing concerns about the number of COVID cases impacting local schools. The Rowan-Salisbury School System is extending its mask mandate.

Indian Land Intermediate School Goes Virtual

Indian Land Intermediate School is going virtual due to a severe shortage of staff because of COVID-19.

SC Dept Of Health Calls On Legislators To Remove Ban On Mask Mandates As State Records 3rd Highest Daily Covid Case Total Since Pandemic Began

The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) is now calling on state elected leaders to overturn a law that prohibits school districts from mandating masks.

Novant Health Reopens COVID-19 Testing Location In East Mecklenburg

Due to increased demand, Novant Health Medical Group will reopen its COVID-19 testing location in East Mecklenburg on Monday, August 30.

Heatbreak As Surgery Delayed Because Of Pandemic

Charlotte Woman Says Hospital Forced To Delay Vital Surgery For Daughter Due To Increased Covid Cases

The family hoped their daughter would soon have a breathing tube removed at UNC Chapel Hill, but, doctors said they don't have the available beds or staff to perform the procedure.

NFL's Vaccine Rate At 93%, Mandatory Shots Were Discussed

The NFL says 93% of players are vaccinated for COVID-19 and the league wanted mandatory vaccination but the NFLPA wouldn’t agreed to it.

$1 Million Gift To Aid In Expanding Levine Children's Outpatient Speciality Center

Atrium Health Levine Children's is a step closer to its next chapter in children's healthcare with the expansion of the Levine Children's Outpatient Speciality Center thanks to a $1 million gift from Reneé and Dewey Jenkins.

Town Of Blowing Rock Implements Mask Mandate Beginning August 27th

Beginning August 27th at 5 p.m., masks will be required while indoors in any public space in the Town of Blowing Rock.

South Carolina Reverses, Requires Masks On School Buses

South Carolina students will again be required to wear masks on school buses starting Monday as COVID-19 cases among children and students are rising rapidly.

Forest Creek Middle School To Transition To Virtual Learning Following Covid Case Surge

A Fort Mill middle school is transitioning into virtual learning beginning Thursday morning due to a spike in Covid cases at the school.

Burke County Health Officials Report A Cluster Of COVID-19 Cases At 2 Schools

Officials with the Burke County Health Department informed Burke County Public Schools on Wednesday of a cluster of COVID-19 cases at Table Rock Middle School and Drexel Elementary School.

CMS Back To School COVID Concerns

As tens of thousands of Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools students prepare to return to the classroom some parents worry as several local school districts report COVID outbreaks.

Johnson & Johnson: Booster Increases Antibodies

Johnson & Johnson says a booster shot of its COVID-19 vaccine appears to produce “a rapid and robust” increase in antibodies needed to fight the coronavirus.

Delta Air Lines Will Make Unvaccinated Employees Pay Charge

Delta Air Lines will charge employees on the company health plan $200 a month if they fail to get vaccinated against COVID-19, a policy the airline’s top executive says is necessary because the average hospital stay for the virus costs the airline $40,000.