Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) released the following statement after Governor Roy Cooper announced elective surgeries may resume effective immediately in the state of North Carolina.
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Southwood Elementary School staff surprise Principal Christel Carlyle with a drive by parade on Principal's Day
Southwood Elementary School staff surprise Principal Christel Carlyle with a drive-by parade on Principal's Day
Zip Code data released by NCDHHS: Weekly COVID-19 case count in North Carolina
As of 11:00 a.m., May 1, 2020, NCDHHS has reported 10,923 confirmed cases and 399 deaths. NCDHHS also released data showing COVID-19 cases by zip code. Link included.
NCDHHS shares more data on Lenoir County facilities
The NC State Veterans Home and Spring Arbor of Kinston are among dozens of facilities in NC experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak according to NCDHHS. NCDHHS now has clarified how many cases are of staff and residents.
F-15E Flyover at UNC Lenoir Health Care
ICYMI: Watch the F-15E flyover at UNC Lenoir Health Care. The flyover in eastern NC was dedicated to our healthcare employees and emergency services personnel on the front lines of COVID-19.
Local moms start a Facebook group to adopt Class of 2020 Seniors
Three Lenoir County moms began a quest to recognize this year’s seniors as school shut down for the remainder of the academic year. Lori Turner Eason, Carla Williams, and Christi Collins are all senior moms. The three ladies have launched an effort to ensure that the class of 2020 in Lenoir and Greene Counties feel some sense of normalcy through gifts and encouragement from complete strangers.
LCPS going virtual to highlight keepsake events for Class of ’20
Lenoir County Public Schools is headed to the internet and social media to put a virtual spotlight on Class of 2020 events that are typically touchstones for seniors wrapping up their high school career.
Governor Cooper: Optimistic for Phase 1 implementation next week
“Last week we shared details on key indicators we’re watching to ensure data and facts guide our decisions. Those graphs are updated daily on the Case Count Dashboard at http://nc.gov/covid19. We remain optimistic the trends will be stable enough to move us into Phase 1 next week.”
F-15E Strike Eagles to fly over UNC Lenoir Health Care
F-15E Strike Eagles from the 4th Fighter Wing will show appreciation and support for Eastern North Carolina medical professionals and first responders during a regional flyover, Friday, May 1. The fighter jets will be over UNC Lenoir Health Care at 10:00 am.
Reece Gardner: Why did China develop the 'Wuhan Virus'?
One more question about the Wuhan Virus: What was China's purpose for its development in the first place? If the purpose was to wage warfare on the rest of the world, which seems to be the case, then it's the equivalent of China sending its aircraft over our country and reigning bombs down on us indiscriminately.
Moen donates to Lenoir-Greene United Way's COVID-19 support
Moen generously donated $2,500 on Tuesday, April 28 to help aid in local coronavirus relief efforts. The donation was presented to Lenoir/Greene United Way’s “COVID-19 Response Fund” and the funds will be designated for local nonprofit, Mary’s Kitchen
Governor Cooper: "We are enacting our battle plan"
Today, Governor Roy Cooper held a press conference where he discussed the phases he rolled out recently, the National Guard deployment in our state, NASCAR’s Coca-Cola 500 race possibility on Memorial Day Weekend and his response to a question regarding Reopen NC.
Mayor Hardy: "A curfew may be necessary at some point"
With over 50,000 deaths in the United States attributed to COVID-19, the balance between public health and personal freedom has put many governing bodies at odds with business owners and community members. According to Kinston Mayor Don Hardy, Kinston does not have the personal protective equipment (PPE), masks, or testing capabilities if the trend continues in its current rate of infection.
Two Lenoir County facilities experience COVID-19 outbreaks
The NC State Veterans Home and Spring Arbor of Kinston are among dozens of facilities in NC experiencing a COVID-19 outbreak according to NCDHHS. The Veterans Home has four cases and one death attributed to the facility and Spring Arbor has four cases. The Carolina Community Tracing Collaborative was also announced on Monday by NCDHHS.
Lenoir County confirms third and fourth deaths of persons tested positive for COVID-19
The Lenoir County Health Department is reporting the third and fourth deaths in the county of residents who had tested positive for COVID-19.
Pizza Hut offers free pizzas and grants to local educators serving students in need across Eastern NC
In a matter of days, COVID-19 closed schools across Eastern NC, denying students access to everyday necessities - meal services, internet, books and more. To meet the urgent needs of students who rely on school for food and educational resources, Pizza Hut has announced it is bringing the Read & Feed Program, donating Personal Pan Pizza® certificates and distributing grants to local educators through its nonprofit partner, First Book.
Weekly COVID-19 Case Count in North Carolina
As of 10:40 a.m., April 24, 2020, NCDHHS has reported 8,052 confirmed cases and 269 deaths. This post has data going back to March 20, 2020, which showed NC at 137 cases and 0 deaths.
Cooper proposes $1.4 billion COVID-19 relief package using federal funds
Governor Cooper released a recommended budget plan to invest $1.4 billion in emergency funds to help North Carolina respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. Funding for this proposal would come predominantly from the state’s share of the federal CARES Act Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) and would be appropriated by the North Carolina General Assembly in its upcoming session.
Lenoir County confirms second COVID-19 death
Lenoir County confirms second COVID-19 death.
NC Public Schools will remain closed through the year
Governor Cooper announced today at a press conference that N.C. Public Schools will remain closed through the end of the 2019-20 academic school year.