More Cases of COVID-19 in St. Mary’s; 2 at Vets Home
The St. Mary’s County Health Department has confirmed that two additional St. Mary’s residents have tested positive for the novel coronavirus. One is a man in his 50s whose method of exposure is likely international travel and another is a man in his 70s whose method of exposure is still being determined. The health department also reported that two residents at the Charlotte Hall Veterans Home tested positive.
March 25: Health Dept. Reports Potential Public Exposure Risk
The St. Mary’s County Health Department has determined that a person confirmed to have the novel coronavirus disease may have come into contact with other community members.
More Restrictions Ordered in Effort to Slow Spread of COVID-19
Maryland announces more restrictions in effort to slow the spread of COVID-19 and establishes a $175 million business relief program.
March 24: State Has Programs to Assist Small Businesses
Maryland announces financial programs to assist small businesses; number of confirmed coronavirus cases goes up; other updates for March 24.
Coronavirus Putting Cybersecurity to the Test
The US is increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks during the coronavirus pandemic.
March 23: Coronavirus Cases Rise in MD
The Maryland Department of Health reports the number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Maryland has risen to 288, as of 10 am March 23. Reported cases in Southern Maryland: one in St. Mary’s County, two in Calvert County, and five in Charles County.
STS System to See Service Reductions Starting Monday
St. Mary’s County STS Bus System will implement service reductions on all parts of the STS System effective Monday, March 23.
US Virus Plan Foresees 18-Month Disruption
The US virus plan anticipates an 18-month pandemic of multiple waves and widespread shortages. Attendant recessionary fears bring Democrats and Republicans to the radical idea of just sending money directly to taxpayers.
March 17 Coronavirus Updates for St. Mary’s
The following is the updated list of St. Mary’s County closings, cancellations, and postponements related to the COVID-19 public health threat. While at this time, there are no identified cases of COVID-19 in St. Mary’s County, residents are encouraged to continue social distancing measures by avoiding crowded areas and restricting travel and localize movement.
More Restrictions, Closures Due to COVID-19 Threat
More restrictions and closures are in effect in an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus. The number of those testing positive goes up in Maryland.
