Day: March 26, 2020 Archives
ThursdayMarch 26, 2020
State identifies 27 positive coronavirus cases; total increases to 76
Monongalia and Kanawha counties have the highest number of cases with 24 and 15 respectively.
Secretary of State’s Office sending voters absentee ballot applications
Voters will receive ballot applications during the week of April 6.
Almost Heaven: COVID-19 In West Virginia (Pt. 3)
At his March 26 press briefing, Governor Justice announced that 20 people from Morgantown’s Sundale Nursing Home have been diagnosed with the new coronavirus. The nursing home outbreak is by far the largest single cluster in West Virginia, which now has a total of 51 total cases in the state. Governor Justice began the briefing
Mylan, Pfizer delay Viatris deal to second half of 2020
The companies are changing the closing date because of the coronavirus pandemic.
Person shot, dies in Cabell County
One person died in a shooting at a Salt Rock home.
Dolan more optimistic regarding possible return of high school sports
WVSSAC Executive Director says state basketball tournaments can finish, spring sports can condense season if schools reopen by April 21.
Fourth Kanawha judicial employee tests positive for COVID-19 as county cases rise
As of Thursday afternoon, there are 15 positive cases in the county.
Justice names Marsh coronavirus czar; Marsh likes direction of numbers
WVU Health Sciences executive dean says numbers indicate a possible delay in the coronavirus case sharp incline.
Big 12’s Bowlsby raises possibility of football without fans in 2020
Could there be football without fans in 2020? As Big 12 commissioner Bob Bowlsby notes, nothing is off the table right now.
Most test results in for Sundale Nursing Home
29 positive coronavirus cases reported at Morgantown-based facility.
West Virginia’s 41,549 unemployment claims in the past week blow away the old record
Gaunch directs filers to website; Senate package would provide more compensation.
Monongalia County pastor expressing thanks during virus recovery
Kevin Deming continues recovery at home.
Puskar Center renovations continuing despite mass shutdowns
A notebook highlighting various issues facing West Virginia football during the coronavirus pandemic.
‘Significant decline in vehicle demand’ extends suspension of production at Putnam Toyota plant
Production won't resume until later in April.
Timberline Mountain set for major improvements for next season
The resort us under new leadership.
Alzheimer’s Association steps up support efforts for West Virginians in the coronavirus pandemic
"There are resources out there and there is outreach out there," said Sharon Rotenberry with the Alzheimer's Association West Virginia Chapter.
Metronews This Morning 3-26-20
Cases of Covid 19 Corona Virus in WV continue to climb, which health officials say isn’t a surprise. Worries continue at rest homes in Morgantown and Charleston where the virus has been confirmed. More disruptions over the pandemic, the school closure in WV is extended, WVU commencement will be “virtual”, but the state tax deadline
Stimulus bill means lots of help for WV
West Virginia individuals, businesses, healthcare providers, state and local governments all stand to get money from the $2 trillion stimulus bill headed for passage in Congress. The bill is hundreds of pages and has been described as having something for everyone. Brad McElhinny has more details here. But here’s my take on some key elements
Confirmed coronavirus cases increase by 12; 51 positive in West Virginia
New cases have been identified in Jackson, Kanawha, Logan, Marion, Monongalia, Ohio, Preston, Putnam and Raleigh counties.