Three new presumptive positive tests for coronavirus were
confirmed in Kentucky on Thursday, bringing the total number to 11 statewide,
according to state officials.
That brings the total number of confirmed cases so far to three in
Lexington, two in Louisville and six in Harrison County.
The coronavirus pandemic is having tremendous consequences all
across Kentucky. Here locally in Russell County, schools will
close, beginning next Monday, March 16th, for at least two
weeks. Also, Kentucky Chief Justice John Minton issued an Order
last night, cancelling all scheduled court appearances and court dates in
Kentucky, effective immediately, until April 10th. The
only exceptions are emergency hearings and domestic violence
hearings. Also, the Kentucky legislature adjourned
yesterday afternoon until next Tuesday, March 17th, at which time a
decision will be made on future legislative days. And, the
Kentucky High School Athletic Association has cancelled the girls and boys
state basketball tournaments for this year.
Beshear has advised businesses around the state to allow employees
to work from home whenever possible, and for employers to provide adequate paid
leave for employees so they don’t feel pressured to be in the office.
State prisons and similar correctional facilities have been closed
indefinitely to visitors and long-term care facilities are prohibiting most
visitors.
WJRS attended a webinar on Thursday at the Russell County Health Department. Shawn Crabtree, Executive Director for the Lake Cumberland District Health Department gave some preventative tips for folks…
The virus is impacting individuals differently based on age and other factors…
Crabtree told us how long it is possible that the virus could linger for…
Kentucky residents can call the state coronavirus hotline —
1-800-722-5725 — for advice about when to seek medical treatment. Visit
Kentucky’s coronavirus website, kycovid19.ky.gov, for
more guidance about the disease.