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Gov. Laura Kelly today said her new state “phase 1.5” for reopening was added because the daily rate of disease spread was not showing the downward trajectory that was necessary to move fully into the second phase. The new phase delays some of the planned reopening of the second phase. “We will continue to review … Continue reading “New state reopening phase added because of concern about spread of COVID-19”
The Unified Government Commission tonight approved the extension of the local health emergency order for COVID-19 from May 18 through July 17 in Wyandotte County. The commission took a 10-0 vote, approving the extension of an order that expires on May 18. UG Administrator Doug Bach said the order will give the UG emergency powers, … Continue reading “UG Commission extends emergency order until July”
Two Lansing Correctional Facility staff deaths from COVID-19 were noted today by Kansas officials. George Bernard Robare, an LCF officer who died from COVID-19, was always known to give more than his fair share during his 36 years at work and never left anything undone for the next shift to do, Gov. Laura Kelly said … Continue reading “Two Lansing corrections officers’ deaths related to COVID-19”