In wake of Republic superspreader event, Ferry County has highest COVID-19 case rate statewide
There have been 106 new COVID-19 cases reported in Ferry County residents since April 12, health officials said. One person has died. Author: Megan Carroll Updated: 12:25 PM PDT May 3, 2021
FERRY COUNTY, Wash. Ferry County has experienced a sharp increase in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations following a three-day-long superspreader event in the small north-central Washington town of Republic, health officials said.
The event was set up to recruit new Fraternal Order of Eagles members the weekend of April 9-11. Some said it was advertised as a protest against COVID-19 restrictions. Jeff King, the club president, said it was simply a dinner and poker night to attract new members.
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