Sixth Macon Health employee positive for COVID
Macon County has identified that a sixth Macon County Public Health employee has tested positive for COVID-19.
COVID-19 cluster found at Jackson child care center
The Jackson County Department of Public Health has identified a COVID-19 cluster at a child care center.
COVID-19 cluster identified at Franklin church
Macon County Public Health has identified a COVID-19 cluster of positive cases in an area church located in Franklin.
Haywood reports four COVID-19 deaths
Haywood County Health and Human Services is reporting four COVID-19 deaths. The individuals died within the last few weeks either at Mission Health or at Haywood Regional Medical Center.
COVID-19 cluster identified at Macon Sheriff's Office
Macon County Public Health has identified a cluster of employees at the Macon County Sheriff’s Office who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Foundation provides COVID-19 testing for schools
On Aug. 21 the Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation announced it would fund a weekly COVID-19 testing program for Highlands School, Summit Charter School and Blue Ridge School.
Gov. Cooper brings NC into Phase 3
Continuing what he called the state’s “dimmer switch” approach to reopening, Gov. Roy Cooper announced today that North Carolina will move into Phase 3 beginning on Monday, Oct. 5 at 5 p.m.
COVID-19 cluster reported at Canton salon
The Haywood County Health and Human Services Agency, in consultation with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services has identified a COVID-19 cluster connected to Enchanting Hair Fashions in Canton.
WNC moves into new phase of COVID
As the number of new cases begins to stabilize in Western North Carolina, medical directors urge people to keep doing what they’re doing to prevent another spike.
WCU manages pandemic as first cluster is reported
The third week of classes is now underway at Western Carolina University, and the Jackson County Department of Public Health has identified the first cluster on campus.
