Karen Armour describes herself as an "old-school doctor." "I was taught by older physicians," said Armour, who owns Armour Family Medicine in Covington. "It was all hands-on and you diagnose at the bedside. This has taken some getting used to." The "this" she's talking about is, of course, practicing medicine while COVID-19 restrictions are in place. For the most part, … [Read more...] about Local healthcare offices have had to change the way they do things during COVID-19
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April 30: Here’s what we know about close-contact services re-opening
Today, Gov. Bill Lee released the Tennessee Pledge guidelines which will allow close-contact services like hair salons to re-open on May 6. In addition to the state's guidelines, Lee encourages business owners to follow the CDC's strict guidelines as well. “As we continue a measured reopening of the economy, it’s critical we provide evidence-based guidance to businesses so … [Read more...] about April 30: Here’s what we know about close-contact services re-opening
April 29: What are today’s numbers?
Since Tipton County's first case was reported 42 days ago, The Leader has been providing daily updates on the total number of confirmed cases as well as other data that has been added along the way, such as completed tests, recovered patients and current hospitalizations. Going into this week, it was clear Tipton would hit 100 total confirmed cases. According to Dr. Shavetta … [Read more...] about April 29: What are today’s numbers?
Gov. Lee doesn’t know how re-opening will affect COVID transmission, but hopes safely doing so helps mitigate the spread
As Tennessee's businesses begin to re-open, the question many people have is whether or not re-opening will cause the state's cases of COVID-19 to increase dramatically. Gov. Bill Lee said during a press briefing Wednesday afternoon he isn't sure how transmission will be affected but he has faith business owners will use safe practices. "We don't know what impact opening will … [Read more...] about Gov. Lee doesn’t know how re-opening will affect COVID transmission, but hopes safely doing so helps mitigate the spread
Governor changes course on salons re-opening, moving date from May 29 to May 6
Though Tuesday evening's executive order stated the personal care industry would remain closed through May 29, Wednesday morning Gov. Bill Lee told lawmakers the state's salons and barbershops could re-open on Wednesday, May 6. During a conference call Lee said opening next week had always been the plan, despite what the executive order said. He said in a tweet Wednesday … [Read more...] about Governor changes course on salons re-opening, moving date from May 29 to May 6
Salons and spas will remain closed through May – and here’s what else will stay closed in the latest executive order
Salons, spas and barbershops will remain until after May 29, Gov. Bill Lee ordered Tuesday through Executive Order No. 30. These close-contact businesses – along with gyms, fitness centers, tattoo shops and massage therapy establishments – were closed on March 22 after an emergency declaration on the local and state levels. During a virtual town hall call hosted by Senator … [Read more...] about Salons and spas will remain closed through May – and here’s what else will stay closed in the latest executive order
April 28: Missing the gym? You can start working out again on Friday
Gov. Bill Lee announced today gyms and exercise facilities will begin re-opening in 89 of 95 Tennessee counties on Friday, May 1. Like the restaurants and retail businesses allowed to re-open this week, guidance was issued for these facilities. “Exercise is incredibly important for the physical and mental health of our population, and we want Tennesseans to have access to … [Read more...] about April 28: Missing the gym? You can start working out again on Friday
Will the Friday night lights shine? Coaches are eager to work toward that goal
The world does not revolve around football, particularly in the midst of a global pandemic that has killed more than 56,000 people in the United States and nearly 200 in Tennessee. Still, it's very important to a lot of people on multiple levels. High school coaches, TSSAA officials and local leaders are beginning to think about trying to make it happen as restaurants and … [Read more...] about Will the Friday night lights shine? Coaches are eager to work toward that goal
