COVID-19 Coronavirus
To best serve the community, the staff at River Radio has been compiling and updating the latest information regarding the Covid-19 Coronavirus and it’s effects on our community.
Find the latest closings and cancellations, official news and updates, resources, and more information to help keep you prepared.
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Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) Updates
For the latest regional news regarding the virus, see the COVID-19 Updates.
With many cancelations and postponements in our area, we are doing our best to keep up with the pace of information. You can find our most recent list in Cancelations and Postponements.
Primarily, of course, our concern is for the well-being of our listeners, and we want you to be informed of the best practices for personal safety and the safety of others during the COVID-19 outbreak. Below we have posted several resources- local, national and global- to provide you honest and up to date information. Find additional resources here.
General Information:
Cape Girardeau County Health Department: Visit this page for up-to-date local information as well as guidance on prevention and preparedness for COVID-19 and other emergencies. Visit them on Facebook.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): Check out the Frequently Asked Questions and read more on their website.
World Health Organization (WHO): Learn more about preventative measures and the global status on their website.
Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services: They offer a 24-hour hotline at 877-435-8411 and offer the latest state information HERE.
We will do our best to keep you apprised of the latest news and information available, and provide these third party links with faith that they will keep their information current as well.
Cape Girardeau County COVID-19 Seroprevalence Study
Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center is proud to announce a COVID-19 seroprevalence study. The study will be conducted by performing antibody testing of roughly 2,000 residents of Cape Girardeau County. The study is a partnership of the Cape Girardeau County Commission , Cape Girardeau County Public Health Center, Cross Trails Medical Center, and SoutheastHealth. […]
2020 SEMO FAIR IS STILL ON SCHEDULE
(Cape Girardeau, MO) – From the SEMO District Fair Main Office: To all our SEMO District Fair network, Planning each edition of the SEMO District Fair is a year long effort by a dedicated team. This team includes Fair Board members, numerous volunteers, our valuable vendors and concessionaires, as well as our supportive sponsors. The […]
Missouri Air National Guard to conduct B-2 stealth bomber salute to COVID-19 essential workers
WHITEMAN AIR FORCE BASE, Mo. – The Missouri Air National Guard’s 131st Bomb Wing will conduct B-2 flyovers of six Missouri communities to honor medical and healthcare professionals, essential employees and volunteers in the fight against COVID-19 on theafternoon and evening of May 8. The flyovers are part of an Air Force-wide effort to honor […]
PHS plans private graduation ceremony
Administrators are preparing to provide an in-person graduation ceremony for the Class of 2020, one that will look very different from recent Perryville High School commencements. “Our first priority is, of course, the safety of our students and community,” said Principal Jeff Steffens. “Our next priority is to provide our graduating seniors and their parents […]
CDC.gov News Feed
2019 Novel Coronavirus
- Cases & Deaths by County November 23, 2020Find national and local rates for COVID cases and deaths in the United States.
- Cases in the U.S. November 23, 2020CDC COVID Data Tracker - Cases and Deaths by State
- Healthcare Facilities That Have Implemented COVID-19 Electronic Case Reporting November 23, 2020Healthcare Facilities That Have Implemented COVID-19 Electronic Case Reporting
- Busting Myths and Misconceptions about COVID-19 Vaccination November 23, 2020With the possibility of a limited supply of one or more COVID-19 vaccines becoming available before the end of 2020, accurate vaccine information is critical. It can be difficult to know which sources of information you can trust. Learn more about common myths and misconceptions about COVID-19 vaccination.
- Wastewater Surveillance Testing Methods November 23, 2020Use these recommendations to implement wastewater-based disease surveillance. Wastewater-based disease surveillance is a rapidly developing science, and CDC will update guidance and information as it becomes available.
- Strategies for Optimizing Supply of N95 Respirators November 23, 2020Learn how to optimize N95 respirators during COVID-19.
- Household Checklist November 23, 2020You can plan and make decisions now that will protect you and your family during a COVID-19 outbreak. Learn what you can do to prepare your home and family.
- Staffing Resources November 23, 2020Federal staffing resources for health departments.
- Public Health Interpretation and Use of Wastewater Surveillance Data November 23, 2020Use these recommendations to implement wastewater-based disease surveillance. Wastewater-based disease surveillance is a rapidly developing science, and CDC will update guidance and information as it becomes available.
- Crew Disembarkations through Commercial Travel November 23, 2020This webpage describes the criteria for and status of cruise ship response plans required for crew disembarkation with commercial travel.