Announcements for Thursday, May 6:
Onslow County has received new positive cases of COVID-19 as of May 3. Positive cases now total 16,915 with 142 deaths and 16,455 cleared. Onslow County is at 6.3% positive, while the state is at 6.0% positive.
COVID-19 vaccinations in Onslow County can now be accessed online, and appointments can also be made online. The myspot.nc.gov website searches local providers by zip code and can filter by vaccine brand preference. To schedule appointment for the COVID-19 Vaccine at the Onslow County Health Department or information on the private providers. Onslow Citizens Phone Bank is still be available weekdays to help at 910-989-5027.
National Day of Prayer held at Beirut Memorial
This year the National Day of Prayer came at a good time after Governor Cooper has allowed a larger number of people to gather.
In his proclamation, he believes all North Carolinians of all faiths and backgrounds should be able to express their beliefs through prayer.
Last year due to Covid-19 restrictions, no more than 10 people could gather so the Day of Prayer was livestreamed for the residents of Onslow. This year the celebration was held at noon on Thursday at the Beirut Memorial in Jacksonville. The community came together with their lawn chairs, spread out and socially distanced.
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