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UNG faculty member researches COVID-19 using online survey

UNG faculty member researches COVID-19 using online survey

UNG faculty member researches COVID-19 using online survey

News Staff
Friday, April 10, 2020
By Edie Rogers / UNG Reports As the United States and the world seek measures to curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, debates have arisen over whether governments are overreaching in their containment policies or if populations should voluntarily take actions such as social distancing.
Franklin County native and nurse Joanna Davis Malcom is pictured during her recent mission to New York City to help the city’s overwhelmed hospital system during the coronvirus pandemic.

Franklin County native and nurse Joanna Davis Malcom is pictured during her recent mission to New York City to help the city’s overwhelmed hospital system during the coronvirus pandemic.

After work in NYC, north Georgia nurse urges state to prepare

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
By Shane Scoggins / CNI Regional Staff A mission of mercy to help New York City coronavirus patients has led a Franklin County native to come home with warnings for her state.
The Dahlonega City Council met via Zoom teleconference last Monday with many members of the public listening in.

The Dahlonega City Council met via Zoom teleconference last Monday with many members of the public listening in.

CORONAVIRUS—Governor's order creates confusion for City and County

News Staff
Wednesday, April 8, 2020
While the Dahlonega City Council was passing a wide-reaching stay-at-home order in hopes of curbing the spread of COVID-19, Governor Brian Kemp was in the process of implementing his own executive order for residents of Georgia to stay at home.
State order loosens city virus restrictions

State order loosens city virus restrictions

State order loosens city virus restrictions

GREG FINAN JR.
Friday, April 3, 2020
While the Dahlonega City Council was passing a wide-reaching stay-at-home order in hopes of curbing the spread of COVID 19, Governor Brian Kemp was in the process of implementing his own executive order for residents of Georgia to stay at home.
The Dahlonega City Council unanimously passed a stay-at-home order within city limits during a Special Called Meeting via the ZOOM teleconferencing app on Wednesday, April 1. The order will take effect this Friday, April 3.

The Dahlonega City Council unanimously passed a stay-at-home order within city limits during a Special Called Meeting via the ZOOM teleconferencing app on Wednesday, April 1. The order will take effect this Friday, April 3.

City issues stay-at-home order, tightens restrictions

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
Daycares facilities, barber shops, fitness centers and many other businesses deemed “non-essential” will be forced to close in the City of Dahlonega after the council tightened the restrictions of its coronavirus-related State of Emergency while also issuing a stay-at-home order for city residents.
The campground gates at Dockery Lake were closed on March 21, after the USDA Forest Service shutdown all campgrounds and group recreation areas in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest due to concerns over the spread of the coronavirus.

The campground gates at Dockery Lake were closed on March 21, after the USDA Forest Service shutdown all campgrounds and group recreation areas in the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest due to concerns over the spread of the coronavirus.

Camping and recreation sites closed

GREG FINAN JR.
Wednesday, April 1, 2020
If you are looking to enjoy nature during this time of social distancing, you might want to check the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest website before you head out.
Lumpkin’s confirmed cases of coronavirus doubles

Lumpkin’s confirmed cases of coronavirus doubles

Lumpkin’s confirmed cases of coronavirus double

News Staff
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
The total of confirmed coronavirus cases in Lumpkin County doubled overnight as the reported count jumped from four to eight, according to the Georgia Department of Public Health results released Tuesday afternoon. The same happened in nearby Dawson County as the total doubled from five to 10.
The Holly Theater has postponed shows and programs for the time being due to coronavirus precautions.

The Holly Theater has postponed shows and programs for the time being due to coronavirus precautions.

--COVID-19 restrictions passed by Lumpkin County

Matt Aiken
Wednesday, March 25, 2020
Lumpkin County Commissioners voted unanimously Monday morning to adopt a resolution declaring a state of emergency in the county, aimed at halting the spread of COVID-19. “Get ahead to stop the spread,” said Board Chairman Chris Dockery.
City of Dahlonega declares State of Emergency with COVID 19 precautions

City of Dahlonega declares State of Emergency with COVID 19 precautions

COVID19 UPDATE: City debates State of Emergency declaration

GREG FINAN JR.
Monday, March 23, 2020
In the early hours of Monday morning, the Dahlonega city council voted 4-2 on an amended proclamation calling for a State of Emergency for the City of Dahlonega due to growing concerns about the spread of COVID 19.