Meck County COVID-19 directive extended another month; doesn’t advise schools stay virtual WSOCTV.com News Staff
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Mecklenburg County announced Thursday it will be extending its COVID-19 health directive for another month.
County Health Director Gibbie Harris issued the directive two weeks ago, warning people to stay home, leaving only for essential activities. It was set to expire on Feb. 2.
The county will now keep the directive in place through the end of February but the language advising schools to remain virtual will be removed.
Harris said the county does support students returning to the classroom, especially younger children, since COVD-19 metrics are moving in the right direction. She said many of the virus clusters they’ve seen have been tied to sports-related activities.
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Jan. 25 North Carolina is currently offering vaccines to health care workers, residents and staff at long-term care facilities and anyone age 65 and up. Here s how to get a COVID-19 shot in Mecklenburg County.
This information will be updated periodically as eligibility and locations change. This story was last updated Jan. 25.
Mecklenburg County Public Health
How to schedule an appointment: Anyone age 65 and older can register for a COVID-19 shot from the county online and through the county s hotline at 980-314-9400.
More info: The county health department is giving shots at the Bojangles Coliseum, by appointment only.
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