No COVID-19 cases at CarolinaEast Medical Center
CarolinaEast Medical Center in New Bern reports no confirmed COVID-19 cases among tested patients as of Wednesday. Chief Nursing Officer Jim Davis said results from state lab tests are pending and noted limited N95 supplies, mitigated by donations and CDC-guided use. The hospital has restricted visitation and screens all entrants to identify potential cases.
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State Lab
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Carolina East
North Carolina reports first two COVID 19 deaths
Gov. Roy Cooper announced two virus deaths in North Carolina, a Cabarrus County man over 70 with underlying conditions and a Virginia traveler over 60, as statewide cases exceed 500. Local governments issue stay at home orders to slow spread, with Mecklenburg County, Durham, Pitt, and Madison County among those enacting rules.
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Cabarrus County
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Mecklenburg County
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Students and teachers adjust to distance learning reality
Craven County schools closed across North Carolina due to COVID-19 forcing students and teachers to log into Zoom and Google Classroom for remote lessons. Educators and families face new challenges as they adapt to learning from home.
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Craven County
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HJ MacDonald Middle School
Toilet paper shortage hits Westwood Arms seniors and disabled
Westwood Arms Apartments at 3005 Westminster Drive faces a toilet paper crisis with an estimated quarter of the HUD assisted 80 units populated by elderly and handicapped residents unable to shop regularly. Maintenance supervisor Jeff Braswell says demand exceeds supply as residents flush napkins and wipes, risking sewer problems citywide. He has donated a dozen rolls and seeks community donations of toilet paper and sanitizer.
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Westminster Drive
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