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The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 644 confirmed cases statewide as of Saturday morning. The confirmed coronavirus-related death count still sits at three.
Russell Medical ER nurse Eric Miller is used to coming home from work to the excitement of his three sons shouting, “Daddy’s home!” followed by hugs and attention.
For isolation precautions during the coronavirus pandemic, healthcare workers are wearing mask covers overtop their official N95 masks to extend their use.
It may seem like the days are all doom and gloom lately, but the philanthropic community members of Tallapoosa County have yet to disappoint.
Shutdowns for Kia and Hyundai have been announced and will impact manufacturing in Tallapoosa and Coosa counties. The cause is both the coronavirus crisis and large line change outs. Kwung Sung, SL Alabama Sejin, and Korens will be closed until April 7.
As the coronavirus continues to unfold, medical personnel continue to be on the frontlines.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 639 confirmed cases statewide. The confirmed coronavirus-related death count still sits at three.
One might think Coosa County is worlds away from medical technology hubs but it’s right in the middle of the technological fight against the coronavirus.
Alabama has issued a new public health order as of Friday morning to close more “non-essential” businesses effective 5 p.m Saturday. The order will be in place through April 17.
As cases of the coronavirus increase throughout the state, many may be scared to interact with those they live with or even go outside.
Beyond Home Health has the delicate balance of protecting their elderly clients from exposure but the company provides reliable companions to assist with daily living. Owner Kelly Adams said employees are continuing to see patients in their homes but taking extra precautions and following Ce…
Gov. Kay Ivey announced Thursday afternoon Alabama public schools will move to online learning for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.
The Alabama Department of Public Health is reporting three COVID-19 related deaths in the state as of Friday morning.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 531 confirmed cases statewide.
Thursday afternoon, Gov. Kay Ivey made the announcement Alabama public schools would be shut down for the remainder of the 2019-20 school year.
An Alexander City pediatrician has taken measures to protect his patients in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
On Tuesday, the Alabama Dental Association sent general dentists new protocol guidelines to follow in response to the growing concern about the coronavirus. Within these new guidelines the Alabama Department of Public Health recommends all dental practices to cease any non-urgent dentistry w…
With the novel coronavirus continuing to spread and four confirmed cases reported in Tallapoosa County as of 5 p.m. Wednesday, there have been questions raised about how this virus would affect pets.
Employees at Arctic Air & Heat are spreading the message amid the difficult times caused by COVID-19, local businesses are rallying around local people.
Area first responders could be exposed to the spreading coronavirus if they don’t take precautions.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 449 confirmed cases statewide.
There was a huge jump in confirmed coronavirus cases, according to the Alabama Department of Health, which is now reporting four confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County.Across the state, there are now 386 confirmed cases as of 5 p.m. Wednesday, with 2,812 tested. Although the latest numbers sho…
With the concerns growing regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak and the latest recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), which said Sunday to limit gatherings to 50 and under for eight weeks, Alexander City businesses and organizations are following suit.
Terry Martin has officially been elected the chairman of the Tallapoosa County Republican Party.
Not much can stand in the way of true love.
Out-of-town tags have started to appear in Tallapoosa County even as the coronavirus numbers continue to rise across Alabama and homes on the shores of Lake Martin are coming out of winter hibernation.
Alexander City Mayor Tommy Spraggins announced Tuesday the city will not disconnect utility services such as water, sewer, electric gas and garbage due to late payments. Also all charges relating to penalties for late payments will be waived until further notice.
There are now three confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Tallapoosa County, according to the latest numbers released at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday by the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Amber Dolland was born with severe asthma and has been prone to being sick her entire life. She’s been diagnosed with upper respiratory infections almost once a week.
While local church congregations cannot physically worship together right now, area pastors are providing virtual outlets for residents to practice religion.
People around the country are stocking up on necessities, so it’s no surprise local grocery stores’ sales have skyrocketed the last few weeks as people worry about having the essentials while potentially being isolated at home due to the coronavirus pandemic.
There are now two confirmed cases of the coronavirus in Tallapoosa County, according to the latest numbers released at 4:40 p.m. Tuesdayby the Alabama Department of Public Health.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 215 confirmed cases statewide. As of 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, numbers still show one confirmed case in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
Alexander City leaders are looking at waiving late fees on utility payments and postponing disconnects while Alabama is facing an economic crisis responding to the coronavirus.
Only county employees will be allowed in the Tallapoosa County Courthouse in Dadeville and the Courthouse Annex in Alexander City until further notice.
Dadeville lunchroom manager Elaine Smith asked her staff to prepare for a normal school day as area schools started emergency feeding programs Monday in the wake of COVID-19.
Although Alexander City Schools and Tallapoosa County Schools are closed until at least April 6 due to the coronavirus, superintendents Dr. Keith Lankford and Joe Windle are doing everything in their power to ensure as few jobs and incomes as possible are lost.Â
As of Friday, all 16 Main Street Family Care locations, including Alexander City, remain open seven days a week and are offering COVID-19 testing to select patients.
Jim Pearson second-grader Ralee Windsor has a heart of gold, an old soul and a beautiful spirit according to her grandmother Alexander City resident Angela Windsor. Ralee was inspired to cheer up residents of Chapman’s Nursing Home after learning they weren’t allow any visitors and hand drew…
Small businesses across the nation are in fear of shutting down entirely due to a loss of revenue from the COVID-19 pandemic. Local owners in Tallapoosa County are no different, and the Alexander City Chamber of Commerce and Main Street Alexander City are educating themselves on available re…
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 196 confirmed cases statewide. As of 4:30 p.m. Monday, there is one confirmed case in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 167 confirmed cases statewide. As of 11 a.m. Monday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 157 confirmed cases statewide. As of 4:30 p.m.. Sunday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 138 confirmed cases statewide. As of 9:37 a.m. Sunday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
A wedding day is one of the most memorable days in a person’s life and every bride dreams for a perfect, flawless event.
The number of positive confirmed cases of the coronavirus has increased to 131 confirmed cases statewide. As of 4:20 p.m. Saturday, there were still no confirmed cases in Tallapoosa County, according to the Alabama Department of Public Health.
An Alexander City resident has come forward confirming her husband has tested positive for COVID-19. Although she and her husband, who is in his late 20s, wish to remain anonymous, she has sent documentation to The Outlook from Russell Medical confirming his positive results.
Gov. Kay Ivey announced Saturday small businesses across Alabama negatively impacted by the coronavirus pandemic are eligible for assistance under the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program.
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