Quarantine Olympics: A Local Family's Creative Competition Goes Viral
Their message for how to stay positive during quarantine.
Clinical Trial For COVID-19 Patients Now Open At Atrium Health
The first clinical trial for patients with coronavirus disease (COVID-19) is officially open at Atrium Health, according to a news release.
North Carolina Poison Control Urges the Public To Use Cleaners Safely
The North Carolina Poison Control (NCPC) says it has seen an increase in exposures to household cleaningΒ products due to the current coronavirus pandemic.
POLITICAL WRAP: President Trump Ramps Down Coronavirus Briefings; Plans for Next Stimulus
President Trump ramps down his daily briefings, after controversial remarks about using disinfectants to fight coronavirus. And will his opponent, former Vice President Joe Biden, be able to get his message out with so much attention on the virus?
NCDHHS Says Healthcare Provider Inadvertently Reported All Covid-19 Test Results As Positive
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services says Vidant Health incorrectly reported all of their April 25th Covid-19 test results as being positive due to a data transmission error.Β
NC Road Projects Delayed Due To NCDOT Budget Shortfall
Major road improvement projects in the Charlotte region delayed due to a $300 million dollar shortfall at the North Carolina Department of Transportation.Β
Local Rare Beer Fundraiser Goes Virtual And Raises Thousands For Make-A-Wish
Despite the Whales for Wishes rare beer raffle and bottle share being postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, organisers took the fundraising online and the beer community's generosity did not disappoint and smashed last years total!
Mecklenburg County Looking To Loosen Stay-At-Home Restrictions, Drive-Up Church Services Now Allowed
Mecklenburg County Manager Dena Diorio and Public Health Director Gibbie Harris provided an update on the local response to Gov. Roy Cooper's stay-at-home extension as the county's positive case toll reaches 1,400 as of Friday morning.
Many Local Small Businesses Holding On To Hope They'll Get Relief From The Second Round Of Federal Stimulus Funding
Many local businesses say applying for the Paycheck Protection Program during the first round was confusing. Some Fintech companies are now trying to make it easier.
Gov. Cooper Unveils Three Phase Plan to Reopen the Economy and Ease Restrictions
The North Carolina stay-at-home order continues until at least May 8th. Governor Roy Cooper made the announcement during a news conference on Thursday.Β
North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper Extends Stay At Home Order Through May 8th, Plans Three Phase Lifting Of Restrictions Based On Virus Trends
Governor Roy Cooper issued Executive Order No. 135 extending North Carolinaβs Stay At Home order through May 8. The orders extending closure of restaurants for dine-in service and bars and closure of other close-contact businesses are also extended through May 8.
Atrium Health Requiring Masks For Everyone At Acute Care, Skilled Nursing, Behavioral Health Facilities
Following the latest guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Atrium Health is now requiring everyone entering one of its acute care, skilled nursing or behavioral health facilities to wear a mask, including patients, permitted visitors, and vendors.
Novant Health To Resume Non-Emergency Surgeries And Appointments On May 4th
Novant Health will resume some non-time sensitive and non-emergent surgeries and procedures beginning Monday, May 4.
Is Sex Safe During The Coronavirus Crisis? It Depends.
Is sex safe during the pandemic? The short answer: it depends. A local sexual health and wellness doctor has answers about how and if intimacy is right right now for you and your partner.
Hickory Manufacturer Producing Medical Gowns For Healthcare Providers Nationwide
A Hickory manufacturer is meeting a specific need for healthcare providers nationwide.Β
New Insight Into When We Could See Fewer Coronavirus Cases In North Carolina
A UNC Chapel Hill assistant professor is tracking the coronavirus. Now, he's breaking down the data for WCCB.
County Commissioners Hear from Those Who Want to Re-Open Businesses
North Carolina has not met the federal guidelines for phase one of re-opening, but that's not stopping some from pushing to re-open businesses sooner. They spoke out to County Commissioners on Wednesday night.
Ticketmaster Says They Will Issue Refunds For Postponed Events Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
Beginning May 1st, Ticketmaster says they will start issuing refunds for concerts and events that were postponed due to the coronavirus, according to Ticketmaster.
Union County Has 182 Confirmed Coronavirus Cases, 6 Deaths
As of April 22nd, Union County has 182 confirmed cases of the coronavirus and six deaths.
City Of Concord Approves CARE Funds For Local Charities, Creates COVID-19 Assistance Website
At a special meeting on April 21, the Concord City Council approved designating over $131,000 of federal CARES Act dollars to local agencies that are assisting Concord residents with critical needs.
Mary C. Curtis: Reopening NC & Relief Bill for Small Businesses
WCCB political contributor Mary C. Curtis talks about the plans to reopen North Carolina and the relief bill on the way to help small businesses.
A Charlotte Woman Finally Discovers How She Caught Coronavirus Despite Self-Isolating At Home For Three Weeks
She says an epidemiologist called, saying they traced her exposure to the pharmacy keypad.
Doctors Worried People With Serious Non-Coronavirus Issues May Be Afraid to Go to Hospitals
Local doctors are noticing an alarming trend, due to concerns about coronavirus. Some patients are afraid to come to the hospital, even if they're experiencing symptoms of a heart attack or stroke.
Gov. Cooper: COVID19 Testing Increase Needed In Order To Ease Restrictions
Testing for COVI-19 will be a main indicator as to when and how the North Carolina economy opens back up. State officials saying on Tuesday that a comprehensive plan is being put together that details the number of tests needed to begin easing restrictions.Β
Senate Approves $500B Virus Aid Deal; Sends To House
A nearly $500 billion coronavirus aid package flew through the Senate on Tuesday after Congress and the White House reached a deal to replenish a small business payroll fund and provided new money for hospitals and testing. It now goes to the House.
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