Coronavirus Information and Updates
Here you can find the latest on COVID-19. Best practices to avoid the virus is social distancing, washing your hands, and avoid gatherings of 10 or more people.
The State of Georgia has a new COVID-19 hotline. If you believe that you are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have been exposed to the novel coronavirus, please contact your primary care doctor, an urgent care clinic, or your local federally qualified healthcare center. Please do not show up unannounced at an emergency room or health care facility.
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The noon report for the Georgia Department of Health is reporting 7,314 cases of COVID-19. 1,332 hospitalized and 229 deaths. Appling – 6 Bacon...
Georgia Governor Brian Kemp issued a statement announcing a statewide “shelter in place” order to address COVID-19 across Georgia. The order will go into...
Source: Georgia Department of Public Health...
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp claims he only learned Tuesday that asymptomatic COVID-19 carriers can transmit the virus to others. “Individuals could have been infecting...
Gov. Brian Kemp said Wednesday that he is issuing a statewide shelter-in-place order as the state continues to battle the coronavirus. During a news...
Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a mandatory stay-at-home order for the entire state of Florida, starting Thursday at midnight. The order mandates that Floridians...
South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster has ordered all non-essential businesses statewide to close to help stop the spread of the coronavirus. McMaster said the...
The first death associated with COVID-19 in the Southeast Health District has been confirmed. The elderly patient was a resident of Ware County and...
If you or someone you know have recently attended Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Douglas, Georgia, you may have been exposed to COVID-19. You...
PRESS RELEASE FROM APPLING COUNTY EMA Baxley, Georgia (March 30, 2020) – On Monday, March 30, 2020, Appling County officials were notified that 2...
McIntosh County is under a curfew beginning Monday night. The curfew is from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. every night. The order says people...
If you or someone you know has attended Piney Grove Church in Blackshear, Georgia, or Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church in Patterson, Georgia you may...
iStock/Unimagic(NEW YORK) — It’s official, there are more cases of COVID-19 in the United States of America than any country in the entire world. ...
Gov. Brian Kemp has issued an order to keep public elementary and secondary schools for in-person instruction closed through April 24, 2020. Students may return...
The City of Hazlehurst will be placed under a Public Health State of Emergency effective at 8am on Friday until April 15th. A curfew...
Due to Governor Kemps executive order that bans gatherings for over 10 people effective through Monday, April 6, Appling County will extend our school...
(NEW YORK) — Here’s the latest information on the COVID-19 coronavirus as of 9:30 a.m. ET. Latest reported numbers globally per Johns Hopkins University...
Netflix(LOS ANGELES) — Real-life strange days may lead to Stranger Things being delayed. Season four of the hit show may take a little longer than expected...
Kathy Griffin on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!”; ABC/Randy Holmes(LOS ANGELES) — Kathy Griffin claims she’s been hospitalized in a COVID-19 isolation ward, but has been...
HRAUN/iStock(KANSAS CITY) — Efforts to contain the COVID-19 pandemic have left people all across the U.S. to come up with ways of coping with...
iStock/Gwengoat(NEW YORK) — As businesses deemed “non-essential” close to comply with state orders to prevent the further spread of COVID-19, unemployment claims are quickly...
iStock/Rawpixel(LOS ANGELES) — The theater chain AMC has furloughed 600 executives, including its CEO, according to The Hollywood Reporter. The move comes after 26,000 employees in...
On Wednesday, the City of Alma declared a state of emergency because of COVID-19 and unanimously enacted emergency measures including a curfew that goes...
iStock/Brankospejs(NEW YORK) — With theaters on the Great White Way shuttered in New York City, it’s not a surprise to learn that Broadway’s annual...
Photo by Kris Connor/Getty Images for NYCWFF(NEW JERSEY) — Floyd Cardoz, a chef and philanthropist who won two Top Chef Masters competitions, has died at 59,...
Netflix(LOS ANGELES) — Just as you’re getting accustomed to streaming the time away while in self-quarantine, more bad news: Netflix has been hit with...
Kevin Winter/Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) — Deadpool actor Ryan Reynolds started a positive new trend among famous distillery owners on Tuesday. Shortly after announcing that he...
Nikada/iStock(NEW YORK) — After a free fall on Wall Street, that plunged stocks into a bear market, all the indexes rallied on Tuesday as...
Comedy Central/Zach Dilgard(NEW YORK) — (NOTE LANGUAGE) Awkawafina had been silent about the COVID-19 pandemic, until Tuesday when the Asian-American actress opened up about what she...
AMC(ATLANTA) — In a somber bit of irony, a show that takes place after an apocalyptic pandemic has been affected by a real-life one:...
Here’s the latest information on the COVID-19 coronavirus as of 10:00 a.m. ET. Latest reported numbers globally per Johns Hopkins University Global diagnosed cases:...
Photo by Martin Rauscher/SEPA.Media /Getty Images(LOS ANGELES) — Arnold Schwarzenegger is pitching in to help medical professionals on the frontlines deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. The...
Jason Mendez/WireImage(LOS ANGELES) — Ryan Reynolds just came up with the ultimate win-win situation for those who like to drink gin. Buy a bottle of...
Prince Charles has contracted Coronavirus. The Prince Charles is currently in self-isolation but his wife has reportedly tested negative. A. Clarence House spokesman said:...
agrobacter/iStock(NEW YORK) — Most people don’t want the COVID-19 coronavirus, but how about a coronaburger? One restaurant in Vietnam decided to get creative with...
Chris Jackson — WPA Pool/Getty Images(LONDON) — Prince Charles has tested positive for the COVID-19 coronavirus, according to his spokesperson. A statement issued today...
iStock/Narvikk(NEW YORK) — Despite wanting the U.S. economy to open up by Easter, President Donald Trump is also dealing with an accelerating rate of COVID-19 infections, particularly...
Beginning at 8:00 pm this evening (3/24), Wayne County Hospital will no longer allow any visitors, with the following exceptions: If the patient is...
John P. Johnson/courtesy of HBO(LOS ANGELES) — We’ve reported that The Simpsons takes the cake among long-running shows that seemingly prophetically predicted some major real-life events, but the...
There is critical shortage of blood and blood products so the Bacon County Hospital has scheduled 2 blood drives through the American Red Cross....
Bruce Glikas/WireImage(NEW YORK) — Terrence McNally, the Tony-winning playwright whose works include Master Class and Love! Valour! Compassion!, has died at 81 from complications...
ROBYN BECK/AFP via Getty Images(NEW YORK) — As Americans grapple with isolation due to social distancing or self-quarantining to stop the spread of COVID-19,...
iStock/zlyka2008(VIRGINIA) — Amid shortages for the items during the COVID-19 pandemic, the national retail chain JOANN Fabric and Craft Stores is showing its crafty...
In light of the recent Corona virus 19 Pandemic, the funeral homes in Appling County have an obligation to protect the welfare of our...
iStock/simarik(NEW YORK) — Sure, working from home has its advantages — like working in your PJ bottoms and not contracting a potentially deadly disease...
Photo: Dimitry Loiseau(NEW YORK) — Sarah Wayne Callies, who played Lori on The Walking Dead, is ready to bring back her character’s much-quoted phrase, “Stay in...
Chaay_Tee/iStock(NEW YORK) — The stock market enjoyed a welcome, though modest, rally Tuesday morning on news that the Senate was close to passing a...
Christopher DeVargas(LAS VEGAS) — Sure, watching instructional at-home workout videos while under quarantine is fun — but it’s even more fun when the instructors...
(NEW YORK) — Here’s the latest information on the COVID-19 coronavirus as of 10:00 a.m. ET. Latest reported numbers globally per Johns Hopkins University...
Georgia’s governor is ordering bars and nightclubs around the state to close because of the coronavirus as the number of confirmed infections statewide reach...
CHARLY TRIBALLEAU/AFP via Getty Images(TOKYO) — Despite repeated insistence from officials in host country Japan that the summer Olympics would begin Friday, July 24...
NoDerog/iStock(NEW YORK) — Were you among the swarm of people who snatched up as many rolls of toilet paper you could get your grubby...
MARTIN SYLVEST/Ritzau Scanpix/AFP via Getty Images(NEW YORK) — Another day of quarantine for Ellen Degeneres means another phone call to one of her famous...
The city of Douglas has issued a Declaration of Local Emergency that has gone into effect as of 8am Tuesday morning. The declaration outlines...
iStock/Timothy Baker(NEW YORK) — As more Americans have their their jobs impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Senate on Monday failed to pass a two trillion...
CDC works 24/7 saving lives, protecting people from health threats, and saving money to have a more secure nation. A US federal agency, CDC...
iStock/hocus-focus(NEW YORK) — If you can get out of town with the COVID-19 coronavirus, you’ll find dirt cheap air flights and hotels. But with...
Centr(NEW YORK) — The COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak has led to business closures the world over, and that includes your usual stress-buster, the gym. However,...
Bruce Glikas/WireImage(NEW YORK) — Rosie O’Donnell brought her Emmy-winning talk show back for one night only on Sunday, raising over $600,000 for The Actors...
As of noon today (3/23/2020) there are a total of 772 cases of COVID-19 in the state of Georgia with 25 total deaths. COVID-19...
The Evans Board of Commissioners held a called meeting Monday morning for the purposes of discussing a number of COVID-19 pandemic related items. Evans...
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Jerome Adams warned Monday that the coronavirus outbreak will worsen this week and said that people across the country are...
Today, a new round of straightforward ads kicks off the ninth year of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Tips From Former...
In healthcare settings all across the United States, donated blood is a lifesaving, essential part of caring for patients. The need for donated blood...
A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of E. coli O103 infections has been posted: https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/2020/o103h2-02-20/index.html...
A part-time night shift employee at a Dodge County nursing home has tested positive for coronavirus. According to Megan Gibbs, the executive director at...
Today Governor Brian P. Kemp announced that Georgia has received an official statewide disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). This declaration...
According to a release from the Coastal Health District, a Glynn county resident has tested positive for COVID-19. It is the first confirmed case...
Walmart is cutting shopping hours for the second time in a week. Beginning Thursday, stores will be open from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. This...
President Donald Trump signed an economic relief bill to help combat the coronavirus pandemic. The bill will ensure free testing and paid leave for...
Overall overdose death rates decreased by 4.1% from 2017 to 2018 in the United States. New CDC data show death rates involving heroin decreased...
Georgia Department of Public Health officials along with the Bulloch County Emergency Management Agency have announced plans for a coronavirus testing site at the...
Coffee Regional Medical Center (CRMC) has restricted all visitations. Only the spouse or significant other of new mothers, the parent or caregiver of patients...
Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp has signed into law a midyear amended budget that includes $100 million in emergency funding to combat the new coronavirus....
Dear Members, The health and safety of our employees, members, and communities is of upmost importance to Satilla EMC. As such, our management team...
Appling County School System has announced that the School Calendar year will remain the same and no make up days will be required. Spring...
I am writing this letter on behalf of Appling Healthcare’s Hospital Authority Board, Medical Staff, and Administration. Appling Healthcare is continuing to closely monitor...
While the spread of the virus has caused some major disruptions, including the closure of schools, we are doing our best to provide our...
Wayne County School Nutrition will be preparing meals for students. Please stop by any school today between 10:30-11:30am to pick up delicious meals....
Appling County School Nutrition will be providing non-perishable meals to children 18 years of age and under at no cost. This service will be...
On Monday, the White House issued new guidelines designed to slow the increasingly rapid spread of coronavirus. In sum, they are asking nearly every...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) today confirmed the first case of 2019 novel coronavirus disease (COVID-2019) in a CDC employee. Laboratory...
In response to the recent development of COVID-19, the Georgia Department of Labor (GDOL) is temporarily suspending in-person requirements for services provided by the...
The Chamber of Commerce & Development Authority employees will be working from home this week. Should you need assistance, please call Sonya Miller at...
CDC will provide updated information as it becomes available regarding cases, in addition to updated guidance....
March 16, 2020 – As the COVID-19 outbreak continues and many public schools are closed to ensure the safety of students and staff, State...
In light of the current health crisis, we will be following the recommendations of the CDC, Governor Brian Kemp, and local officials with regards...
Entities in Appling County have met to develop a plan to be proactive against the spread of the Coronavirus. Appling County Board of Commissioners,...
The U.S. Federal Reserve cut interest rates to near zero on Sunday in an emergency move to help the U.S. economy during the escalating...
Get Your Mass Gatherings or Large Community Events Ready for Coronavirus Disease 2019...
Travelers from Countries with Widespread Sustained (Ongoing) Transmission Arriving in the United States...
Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations...
Interim Guidance for Homeless Shelters...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response....
Effective immediately, the CRMC Cafeteria will be CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC until further notice for breakfast, lunch, and extended evening hours. An announcement about...
Healthy People 2020 targets met for lung, prostate, breast, and colorectal cancer deaths...
Transcript – CDC Media Telebriefing: Update on COVID-19...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response....
At noon on Tuesday, March 3 the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported 60 cases of COVID-19 from 12 states....
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing Update on COVID-19...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response....
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing Update on COVID-19...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health officials in the state of Washington have reported three hospitalized patients who have...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response....
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is aware of four new presumptive positive cases of COVID-19 announced by state public health authorities...
Transcript for the CDC Telebriefing: Update on 2019 Novel Coronavirus (2019-nCoV)...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide an update to media on the COVID-19 response....
A CDC food safety alert regarding a multistate outbreak of E. coli O103 infections has been posted: https://www.cdc.gov/ecoli/2020/o103h2-02-20/index.html...
