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Taney County Health Department Warns Of Possible Community Exposure To COVID-19

Springfield-Greene County Health Department

The Taney County Health Department (TCHD) is reporting 111 cases of COVID-19 in Taney County.  There have been 2 deaths, 45 have recovered, and there are 63 active cases.

And the health department is warning the public of some potential community exposures to the illness.  Prior to being diagnosed, a person with COVID-19 was at Maurices at Tanger Mall in Branson on Tuesday, June 30, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Wednesday, July 1, from noon to 8 p.m. and on Thursday, July 2, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Anyone who was at Maurices at those times should monitor for symptoms.

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.