Healthy Headlines: Virtual Care During COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Eric Warren, medical director of Novant Health Sports Medicine, joins Rising to discuss how you can receive virtual care from the comfort of your home during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local Charlotte Subway® Restaurants Are Addressing The Coronavirus
Charlotte-area Subway® Restaurants are offering take-out orders and delivery for customers during the Coronavirus pandemic. To further help during this time, Subway® is also offering various specials!
UNCC Student Self-Isolates Before Testing Positive For COVID-19: "Best Decision I Could Have Made"
A UNC Charlotte student who tested positive for coronavirus is still recovering after she got mildly sick during a study abroad trip. She didn't think much of it until she got home. And the step she took next, likely kept countless people healthy.
Local Distillery Making Hand Sanitizer For First Responders & Health Care Providers
Doc Porter's in lower South End is a cozy local distillery known for craft spirits. No longer able to give tours and open the tasting room because of coronavirus, founder Anderw Porter saw an opportunity to help.
Many Coronavirus Risks Unknown for Expectant Moms and Babies
There's still a lot doctors don't know about the impact coronavirus could have on babies and expectant mothers. Local hospitals are taking extra precautions to make sure soon-to-be moms stay safe.
COVID-19 Related Deaths in Cabarrus County; Stay-at-Home Order Issued
Local and state leaders urging people to abide by the stay-at-home orders. The calls for compliance come as the first two COVID-19 related deaths in North Carolina are reported in Cabarrus County.
FAQs: Cabarrus County Stay At Home Proclamation
Today, elected officials with Cabarrus County, the cities of Concord and Kannapolis, and the towns of Harrisburg, Midland and Mt. Pleasant announced a Stay at Home Proclamation for residents that will take effect March 26 at 5 p.m.
Chesterfield County Initiate Curfew, Closures Following Two New COVID-19 Cases
According to the Chesterfield County Sheriff's Office, the county now has two new cases of COVID-19, which was reported by DHEC, bringing the total for the county to three. The county has decided, as an effort to reduce the spread of coronavirus, to initiate a curfew which will begin on Wednesday, March 25.
Waffle House Closing Hundreds Of Locations Throughout The United States Due To The Coronavirus
Waffle Houses are scattered all over the country and normally open 24/7 but the coronavirus has more than 400 franchises shut down across the country.
GOP Lawmakers Join Call For SC Stay At Home COVID-19 Order
Two Republicans in the South Carolina House have joined a growing call for Gov. Henry McMaster to issue a stay at home order to fight the coronavirus.
What You Need To Know About The Coronavirus
The White House and Senate leaders of both parties have agreed on unprecedented emergency legislation to rush sweeping aid totaling some $2 trillion to businesses, workers and a health care system slammed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mary C. Curtis: White House, Senate Pass $2 Trillion Stimulus Deal
The white house and senate leaders reach a $2 trillion dollar stimulus deal to help Americans strained by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Britain's Prince Charles Tests Positive For New Coronavirus
Prince Charles, the heir to the British throne, has tested positive for the new coronavirus, his office said Wednesday.
White House, Congress Agree On $2 Trillion Virus Rescue Bill
The White House and Senate leaders of both major political parties announced agreement early Wednesday on an unprecedented $2 trillion emergency bill to rush sweeping aid to businesses, workers and a health care system slammed by the coronavirus pandemic.
Local Farm Shifts Beef Business from Restaurants to Retail
Businesses across our area are making adjustments to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic. Restaurants aren't buying as much beef, so a farm in Mooresville is now selling much of its inventory directly to the public.
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster Announces All Schools Will Remain Closed Through April
Students will not return to South Carolina classrooms until at least the end of April.
Cleveland County Resident Confirmed To Have COVID-19 While Vacationing At Beach
A Cleveland County resident has tested positive for novel coronavirus (COVID-19) while on vacation in Brunswick County. The individual arrived at the beach on March 16 and became symptomatic while there.
Several Wells Fargo Branches In North Carolina To Close
Wells Fargo has adjusted standard branch operating hours across the nation due to the coronavirus, according to a news release.
Winthrop University Student Tests Positive For Coronavirus
A Winthrop University student, who lived on campus and stopped by a Winthrop residence hall on March 17 to pick up belongings during spring break, has tested positive for COVID-19.
Charlotte Motor Speedway Opens Coronavirus Testing Center
Charlotte Motor Speedway has become the first professional sports venue in the country to serve the community as a remote testing site during the ongoing coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic.
Tokyo 2020 Olympics Games Postponed Until 2021 Due To Coronavirus Outbreak
IOC President Thomas Bach has agreed “100%” to a proposal of postponing the Tokyo Olympics for about one year until 2021 because of the coronavirus outbreak, Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said Tuesday.
Gastonia-Based Textile Mill Leading Push To Make 10 Million Face Masks Per Week
A North Carolina textile company is organizing a national effort to produce up to 10 million face masks per week for healthcare workers as they treat coronavirus patients.
Local Pharmacists Worried About Doctors Prescribing Themselves Drug That Could Treat Coronavirus
Local pharmacists are sounding the alarm about doctors prescribing themselves a drug being tested to treat coronavirus. There are concerns it could lead to a shortage for people who use the drug for other illnesses.
South Carolina Reports Fourth, Fifth COVID-19 Related Deaths
As of 4:30 pm on March 24th, South Carolina currently has 342 confirmed cases of the coronavirus.
Crowders Mountain State Park, Numerous Other State Parks Closed Due To Coronavirus
Due to the declared state of emergency in various counties and continued crowding that does not adhere to social distancing guidelines, Crowders Mountain State Park, Hanging Rock State Park, Lake Waccamaw State Park and Raven Rock State Park will all be closed indefinitely due to the coronavirus, according to the parks' websites.
