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Apr 1, 2021 5:23 AM
The Johnson Co Health Department reported 6 new case of COVID-19 within the county on Wednesday, March 31. With Wednesday’s new cases, Johnson County’s total now increases to 2,058 cases, with 2009 recovered. There are currently 24 active cases, 3 person is hospitalized and there has been 25 reported deaths in Johnson Co since the pandemic first started. The Johnson Co Health Dept. reported that Johnson Co. closed out the month of March with a total of 105 cases. Here is the breakdown of monthly total cases for Johnson Co since the first case was reported in April 2020:
April – 3
White House officials say President Biden has approved Kentucky's disaster declaration. Biden has released federal assistance to help with recovery ef.
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Mar 16, 2021 10:56 PM
On Tuesday, Gov. Andy Beshear reported 819 new COVID-19 cases, 24 COVID-19 deaths and a positivity rate of 3.87%.
“This week, while we are so hopeful, this virus is still out there and it is still dangerous. Please continue to wear your mask and social distance – even if you’ve been vaccinated, you have a duty to everybody else who is still waiting for their vaccine,” said Gov. Beshear. “Remember, by May 31, we believe every Kentucky adult who wants a vaccine will have gotten at least their first shot of hope. We believe that we will beat the president’s goal to open appointments up to everybody 16 and up by May 1.”
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Mar 16, 2021 10:54 PM
Elkhorn City, KY. (March 16, 2021) – A Kentucky State Police Trooper responded to a complaint of a vehicle blocking the loading dock of the Quality Foods near the intersection of Highway 460 and Highway 195 at 6:41 a.m. Upon the trooper’s arrival, the male operator of the vehicle was located in the driver’s seat, wearing his seat belt with the vehicle running, and the transmission in drive. During the encounter, the operator of the vehicle attempted to pull away; however, the vehicle was against a concrete barrier which held the vehicle from moving. The operator was arrested for operating a motor vehicle under the influence. During a search of the operator and the vehicle, troopers located and seized 1.25 ounces of suspected methamphetamine, digital scales, drug paraphernalia, and a quantity of US currency.