The number of active COVID cases in Lincoln County continues to rise as the Omicron variant rears its head around the nation. There are currently 56 … [Read more...] about Pandemic fatigue sets in as vaccine hesitancy remains
COVID-19
First COVID-related death in almost a year confirmed
The first COVID-related death of a Lincoln County resident in nearly a year occurred last week. While the identity of the patient has remained … [Read more...] about First COVID-related death in almost a year confirmed
Cases still low at home, while U.S. endures Omicron spike
While Lincoln County continues to avoid any major spikes in COVID-19 cases, medical experts in the county say it’s only a matter of time until the … [Read more...] about Cases still low at home, while U.S. endures Omicron spike
Local cases stay low as U.S. grapples with Omicron
While the United States wearily faces the fast-spreading Omicron variant of the COVID-19 virus, Lincoln County is so far not seeing an uptick in … [Read more...] about Local cases stay low as U.S. grapples with Omicron
Omicron variant spreads in U.S.
According to The Nevada Independent, the first case of the Omicron was discovered in Clark County on Dec. 14. Since its initial recognition on Nov. … [Read more...] about Omicron variant spreads in U.S.
Health nurse tracking lower numbers of COVID cases
County Health Nurse Louise Buettner gave an updated report to the board of county commissioners this week of the current status of COVID in Lincoln … [Read more...] about Health nurse tracking lower numbers of COVID cases
Cases fall in county, while world worries over new variant
The most recent COVID-19 spike in cases has waned in Lincoln County, as a new variant of the virus is creating concern in other parts of the world. … [Read more...] about Cases fall in county, while world worries over new variant
Active COVID cases drop slightly
Grover C. Dils Medical Center reported Nov. 15 the number of active COVID-19 cases in Lincoln County has dropped to 49. However, the report added, … [Read more...] about Active COVID cases drop slightly
Active COVID-19 cases fall to 54
This week has seen a significant downturn in active virus cases, but according to personnel at Grover C. Dils Medical Center, the community is still … [Read more...] about Active COVID-19 cases fall to 54
Jail contract, COVID and staffing top sheriff’s office challenges
The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office has had a rough couple of years. Between the COVID-19 virus and its effects, plus the loss of a much-needed … [Read more...] about Jail contract, COVID and staffing top sheriff’s office challenges