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Governor Cooper issues "Stay at Home" order beginning Monday at 5 pm

Governor Cooper issues "Stay at Home" order beginning Monday at 5 pm

Neuse News
Coronavirus, Local News, Politics

Governor Roy Cooper stated in a press conference, “To continue our aggressive battle to slow the spread of COVID-19, today I have signed a Stay At Home order for the entire state of North Carolina. Enforcement begins at 5 p.m. Monday. It is what we have to do to save lives. It has the force of law. This order directs you to stay home unless you need to leave for essentials, such as your job, food, medicine, outdoor exercise, or to help others. It bans gatherings of more than 10 people and directs everyone to stay at least six feet away from each other.”

Here's what Cooper's Executive Order affects

Here's what Cooper's Executive Order affects

Neuse News
Coronavirus, Politics, Local News

Yesterday’s announcement prioritized social distancing by lowering the threshold on large gatherings to ban crowds of more than 50 people. To stay consistent with this number, it will require certain businesses to close, including:

  • Bingo Parlors, including Bingo sites operated by charitable organizations

  • Bowling Alleys

  • Indoor Exercise Facilities (e.g. gyms, yoga studios, martial arts facilities, indoor trampoline and rock-climbing facilities)

  • Health Clubs

  • Indoor Pools

  • Live Performance Venues

  • Movie Theaters

  • Skating Rinks

  • Spas

  • Sweepstakes Lounges

  • Video game arcades

  • Barber Shops

  • Beauty Salons (including waxing and hair removal centers)

  • Hair Salons

  • Nail Salons/Manicure/Pedicure Providers

  • Massage Parlors

  • Tattoo Parlors

Grocery stores and restaurants providing takeout and delivery will remain open.

Governor Cooper orders increased access to childcare, DMV clarifications

Governor Cooper orders increased access to childcare, DMV clarifications

Neuse News
Coronavirus, Politics

Governor Roy Cooper has waived restrictions to increase access to caregivers to provide flexible child care and elder care during the coronavirus emergency. The Order provides flexibility to local health departments working to adapt to the increased need for their resources.

Additionally, it provides for ways for Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) offices to enact social distancing protections, and waives some registration requirements to ensure resources can be delivered by truck throughout the state.

Rep. Murphy statement on $7 billion small business loan package and more

Neuse News
Coronavirus, Politics

Congressman Greg Murphy, M.D. (NC-03) provided the following statement amid the coronavirus pandemic. “The first funding package Congress passed on March 4th enables the Small Business Administration to distribute $7 billion in low-interest loans to small businesses affected by global supply chain disruption. These loans can be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t wait throughout this time of isolation. Congress is proactively working on two more packages as well to help families in need.” (read more)

Joe Tyson retires from City Council

Joe Tyson retires from City Council

Neuse News
Local News, Politics

Joseph Tyson is a dedicated man. He’s served his country and his community as a retired Lieutenant Colonel, former JROTC instructor, husband, father and mentor. He's accustomed to making decisions and getting things done. For more than 20 years, he’s contributed his knowledge and skillset to the Kinston City Council and now he’s retiring for the second time.

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