After announcing over 1,100 new cases of COVID-19 this weekend,Governor Andy Beshear hinted at new restrictions after his meeting with White House Coronavirus coordinator Dr. Deborah Birx on Sunday. Beshear said that both Kentucky state officials and those from the White House agree that new steps must be taken to avoid another rise in cases. Saturday, Beshear announced 836 new cases, and 316 on Sunday. This week’s data is expected to reflect whether or not Governor Beshear’s mask mandate has done anything to slow the spread of the virus.
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Governor Andy Beshear announced 611 new cases of COVID-19 statewide last night. As state officials wait for data for next week, Beshear noted that another surge in case numbers would result in the state bringing back restrictions on certain businesses. Locally, the Lincoln Trail District Health Department announced 34 new cases yesterday, with 17 in Hardin and 8 in Meade. 237 patients are on home isolation and 14 are hospitalized.