Gov. Roy Cooper has announced that NC public schools will open in the fall for both in-person and remote learning with precautions put in place, as well as extended NC’s Phase 2 order to August 7. … Continue Reading
Category Archives: COVID-19
4th of July Celebrations Happening in the Triangle!
Wondering if anything is going to happen this weekend? We are too! We know 2020 will look and feel different than 2019 did, but here are a few ideas on how to celebrate this weekend!… Continue Reading
Interview with NC’s Chief Medical Officer
Jud talked with Dr. Elizabeth Tilson – NC’s State Health Director and DHHS Chief Medical Officer about where North Carolina stand with the fight againts Covid-19. Dr. Tilson reminds everyone the importance to the 3 W’s: Wear a face mask, Wait 6 feet apart and Wash your hands. Dr. Tilson also gave her thoughts…… Continue Reading
CDC Adds New COVID-19 Symptoms
Last month the Centers for Disease Control, aka CDC, added new symptoms that a person who has contracted Coronavirus might experience.… Continue Reading
Gov. Cooper extends Phase 2 until July 17
Governor Roy Cooper announces that NC will stay in Phase II for another three weeks (until July 17) and will require face coverings in indoor and outdoor facilities where six-feet social distancing cannot be done.… Continue Reading
Raleigh and Knightdale Require Mandatory Masks
The City of Raleigh and Town of Knightdale have issued the State of Emergency urging a mandatory proclamation to wear masks in public.… Continue Reading
CDC Issues New Tips For Minimizing Everyday Risks
Venturing Out? Be Prepared and Stay Safe Consider these tips to keep you and others safe when you venture out. Going to the Bank Ask about options for telephone or virtual meetings to use banking services. Use drive-thru banking services, automated teller machines (ATM), or mobile banking apps for routine transactions that do not require…… Continue Reading
Find A COVID-19 Testing Site Near You
During today’s Coronavirus briefing Governor Cooper said that anybody to MIGHT have come into contact with someone diagnosed with COVID-19 should get tested. He also urged people who have been to protests or other gatherings like church services to get tested. Many of our area test sites also free testing and drive-thru testing. Use the…… Continue Reading
Mental Health Resources
Services North Carolina’s Department of Health & Human Services National Institute of Mental Health Suicide Prevention Lifeline — 1-800-273-8255 Suicide Prevention Lifeline (For Spanish Speakers) American Foundation of Suicide Prevention Change Direction Helplines Tips 31 Tips To Boost Your Mental Health from Mental Health America Everyday Mental Health Tips from Brain and Behavior Foundation 10 Tips…… Continue Reading
Raleigh Parks Expand Services
Raleigh Parks will open comfort stations/restrooms, picnic shelters, dog parks, skate park, lakes, and private boat launches Monday. In addition, Millbrook Tennis Center will re-open along with all tennis and outdoor pickleball courts, but singles play is strongly encouraged. All other Raleigh Parks programs and facilities will be closed through at least June 26, 2020.…… Continue Reading