Governor Cooper Lifts Curfew In North Carolina On February 26th
Governor Roy Cooper says on Friday, February 26th North Carolina's modified Stay-At-Home order will be lifted and there will no longer be a curfew in the state.
Preparations Underway For Loosened COVID Restrictions Across NC
Mecklenburg County Health Director Gibbie Harris is urging the community to stay cautious. She says despite Governor Roy Cooper loosening COVID restrictions across the state, the level of virus in Mecklenburg County is still high.
Gov. Cooper Extends Legislation That Allows Bar Owners To Defer ABC Permit Fees
Governor Roy Cooper says a new piece of legislation he signed on Thursday will help struggling bar owners by allowing them to defer ABC permit fees until they can reopen at full capacity.
Mecklenburg County Resumes List Of In-Person Services
Mecklenburg County officials say as the COVID-19 Public Health Directive expires Friday they will resume in-person services including services that have been operating virtually or suspended since January 15th.
NC Bars & Restaurants Will Be Able To Seat More People And Stay Open Longer
Governor Roy Cooper is easing COVID restrictions in North Carolina. For the first time in 11 months, people will be allowed to sit inside a private bar with 30% capacity. Restaurants, breweries, and wineries can operate at 50% capacity.
CMS To Allow More Fans At School Sporting Events
CMS officials say on March 1st they will increase the number of spectators allowed at outdoor athletic events after Governor Cooper's newest executive order is enacted on Friday, February 26th that eases restrictions in North Carolina.
FDA Says Single-Dose Shot From J&J Prevents Severe COVID
Johnson & Johnsonβs single-dose vaccine offers strong protection against severe COVID-19, according to an analysis released Wednesday by U.S. regulators that sets the stage for a final decision on a new and easier-to-use shot to help tame the pandemic.
SC Teachers, Essential Workers Could Get Vaccine Next Month
Teachers, grocery store employees and other frontline essential workers in South Carolina could be eligible for the coronavirus vaccine in two to three weeks, the stateβs top health official told lawmakers Tuesday.
North Carolina Teachers Prepare For Vaccination
On the verge of getting the vaccine, educators across North Carolina are preparing for their shot on Wednesday.Β
Fewer North Carolina Counties In Critical Tier For COVID-19
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services updated the COVID-19 County Alert System, which shows 27 red counties β a decrease from 61 red counties on the previous Feb. 4 County Alert System β and the fewest red counties in the state since the start of the County Alert System.Β Β
US Tops 500,000 Virus Deaths, Matching The Toll Of 3 Wars
The COVID-19 death toll in the U.S. topped 500,000 Monday, all but matching the number of Americans killed in World War II, Korea and Vietnam combined.
CMS Middle & High School Students Return To In-Person Learning On Monday
A reassuring Superintendent Earnest Winston says the district has all the safety protocols and practices in place to welcome back the first group of middle school and high school students on Monday.
North Carolina Faces COVID Vaccine Delays Amid Poor Weather
North Carolina vaccine providers have yet to receive nearly 300,000 COVID-19 vaccines the federal government was set to deliver this week, state health officials announced Thursday morning.
South Carolinaβs Abortion Ban Suspended A Day After Becoming Law
South Carolinaβs new law banning most abortions was suspended by a federal judge Friday on its second day in effect.
United House Of Prayer Partners With County To Host COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Mecklenburg County Public Health will be co-hosting a COVID-19 vaccination clinic with the United House of Prayer for All People at their Beatties Ford location Saturday.
Two Young Florida Women Dressed As 'Grannies' In Effort To Get COVID Vaccine
Two young Florida women dressed up as "grannies" and went to a vaccine distribution in a failed attempt to get a second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to Florida health officials.
Winter Weather Causes Delay In COVID-19 Vaccine Shipments In N.C.
North Carolina health officials say there continues to be a delay in some shipments and deliveries of the COVID-19 vaccine due to severe winter weather this week.
South Carolina Governor Awaits Bill Banning Most Abortions
A bill banning most abortions in South Carolina is heading to the governorβs desk Thursday and he has promised to sign it into law as soon as he can. The measure is unlikely to take effect, however, as it faces almost certain challenges in court.
Biden's $15 Wage Proposal: Job Killer Or Helpful For Workers?
President Joe Bidenβs effort to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 an hour could provide a welcome opportunity for someone like Cristian Cardona, a 21-year-old fast food worker.
Mecklenburg County COVID-19 Vaccination Appointments Canceled For February 18th
Health officials say all COVID-19 vaccination appointments for February 18th in Mecklenburg County have been canceled due to inclement weather concerns.
Part Of 'Tent City' Encampment Forced To Move Due To Rodent Infestation
Some residents of "Tent City" are being forced to vacate so property owners can clean and contain a rodent infestation, according to a news release.Β
Spurs, Hornets Have More Games Called Over Virus Concerns
The San Antonio Spurs are dealing with a coronavirus outbreak among four players, the NBA said Tuesday, meaning the Spurs will not play until the middle of next week at the earliest.
Good Dogs! 20 Years Of Covering Westminster Kennel Club Show
To every sport, thereβs a season, a spot on the calendar that fans mark for the big event. World Series, October. College hoops, March. Indy 500, Memorial Day.
As Suicides Rise, Young Survivors Make Case For Hope In Film
βEach and Every Dayβ represents studies in courage, both in life and in the MTV documentary about young people and suicide.
Tight Supply Creates Reluctance Over Federal Vaccine Sites
The Biden administrationβs plan to open 100 vaccination sites by the end of the month was initially embraced by governors and health officials, who considered it a much needed lifeline to get more Americans inoculated against the coronavirus.
