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Springfield-Greene County Health Department Announces 9th Death From COVID-19

Springfield-Greene County Health Department

Another person has died from COVID-19 in Greene County.  The death, announced Wednesday by the Springfield-Greene County Health Department is the county’s ninth from the illness.  The woman was in her 80s and was not associated with a long-term care facility, according to the health department.  She had no risk factors other than her age.

It’s been three months since a Greene County resident died from COVID-19.  The last notification of a COVID-19 related death was April 9. 

Michele Skalicky has worked at KSMU since the station occupied the old white house at National and Grand. She enjoys working on both the announcing side and in news and has been the recipient of statewide and national awards for news reporting. She likes to tell stories that make a difference. Michele enjoys outdoor activities, including hiking, camping and leisurely kayaking.