Coronavirus

Durham Public Schools has developed a Plan B Recommendation that will be presented to the school board on November 19. Parts of this COVID-19 plan are in place now and preparations are underway for when our students can return to in-person learning in January or later if necessary. Plan B recommends that students Pre-K through […]

As we prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends, COVID-19 should be on our minds. In updated guidelines, the CDC is now suggesting that we celebrate Thanksgiving outside. If you absolutely must have your celebration indoors, it’s suggested that your windows be open. They’re also saying that we should leave the elderly and other […]

Looking for COVID-19 testing? Start here. https://twitter.com/DurhamHealthNC/status/1325109678548738051?s=20 Wake County is now conducting drive-thru COVID-19 testing at specified locations throughout the county. This free service provides an easy and efficient way for residents to learn if they have the virus. Sunnybrook Parking Deck – Use the the link to select a half-hour time slot that works […]

Governor Roy Cooper announced today that applications are now being accepted for the N.C. Housing Opportunities and Prevention of Evictions (HOPE) Program, which will assist eligible low- and- moderate-income renters experiencing financial hardship due to COVID-19. The new program seeks to promote housing stability during the ongoing pandemic by providing rent and utility assistance to […]

    It’s Melissa and My Quarantine is almost over!!! Today I went on IG live with my doctor to share some advice. So fourteen days ago I took the COVID-19 test which came back positive.  Since then I have been on a healing journey with prayer and good healthy advice, I am doing great!!! […]

Face coverings are an additional step to help slow the spread of COVID-19 when combined with everyday preventive actions and social distancing in public settings. Here are the top seven things you should know. 1. Do all students have to wear face coverings? Yes, face coverings are required for all students inside school buildings and […]

Guidelines for Halloween: Any scenario in which many people gather together poses a risk for COVID-19 transmission. Local officials and organizers of Halloween activities should create and implement a plan to minimize the opportunity for COVID-19 transmission. It is strongly recommended that alternative Halloween activities, instead of the traditional door-to-door trick-or-treating, be increased as much […]

The City of Goldsboro values its small business community and recognizes the hardships this community has faced in recent months due to COVID-19. In response, the City of Goldsboro has partnered with Wayne Community College to create the Small Business COVID 19 Grant Program. The City is providing approximately 30 grants in the amounts of […]

Wake County is now conducting drive-thru COVID-19 testing at specified locations throughout the county. This free service provides an easy and efficient way for residents to learn if they have the virus. Sunnybrook Parking Deck – Use the the link to select a half-hour time slot that works best for you. There is no cost […]

Make your plan to vote! Join “Voting During A Pandemic” webinar Tuesday 9/15 at 6pm. Learn about: – Requesting a ballot and voting by mail in North Carolina – In-person voting options & safeguards   https://twitter.com/CarrboroTownGov/status/1305233659272876032?s=20 Voting During a Pandemic With a month to go before North Carolinians begin in-person voting in the 2020 General […]