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Virus limits set to end in Jackson County

By Greg Bebermeyer

06/19/2020

(KNZA)--The “ phase out” of Jackson County's re-opening plan will take effect Sunday, with no more limits on mass gatherings.

However, Jackson County Health Officer Angela Reith is still strongly encouraging area residents to social distance, wear a face mask in public, practice good hand hygiene and to stay home if sick.

As of Thursday, Jackson County had experienced 104 positive cases of COVID-19. 100 the individuals have recovered, while two remain hospitalized. The county saw one virus related death last month.

Meanwhile, after closing last month following a report of a “ cluster” of coronavirus cases, the Johnsonville plant in Holton is back up and running.

A company spokesman said the plant, which is the city's largest employer, reopened May 27 after additional measures were taken to prevent the spread of the virus.

The plant closed May 13 after five employees tested positive for COVID-19.

The plant has about 240 employees.

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