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SPPHD confirms 6 new coronavirus cases in Gaines County

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16th COVID-19 case in Gaines County

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The 16th case of COVID-19 was confirmed in Gaines County on June 28, reports South Plains Public Health District Executive Director Zach Holbrooks. According to Holbrooks, the source of exposure is unknown and currently under investigation.  In a recent interview with the Seminole Sentinel, the director said that additional cases would likely arise due to social gatherings and relaxation of precautions such as gloves, masks, social distancing, and handwashing. The South Plains Public Health District will continue monitoring individuals, as indicated by the CDC. 

Local Officials Urge Diligence in Combating Virus

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As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise across the country, Gaines County has been able to keep its total relatively low; the most recent was confirmed on June 22. “Right now, we have 15 cases in Gaines; we report confirmed positive cases once we receive paperwork from a lab or doctor’s office,” said South Plains Health Department Executive Director Zach Holbrooks.

COVID-19: 4 more case in County

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Cases #10-#13 of COVID-19 in Gaines County were confirmed on June 11 and June 12 by the South Plains Public Health District.

According to Executive Director Zach Holbrooks, the source of exposure in case #10 is unknown at this time and investigation is ongoing. Cases #11-#13 were confirmed in the Seagraves area and the source of exposure for these three cases are believed to be from contact with a known case.

COVID-19: 8th case in Gaines County

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The South Plains Public Health District has confirmed the eighth case of COVID-19 in Gaines County. According to the SPPH Executive Director Zach Holbrooks, this case occurred in Seagraves, TX, and exposure was to a known case.

COVID-19 statement from District Judge, Reed Filley

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On March 13, 2020 the Supreme Court of Texas and the Court of Criminal Appeals of Texas issued the First Emergency Order Regarding the COVID-19 State of Disaster. From that date through May 26, 2020, the Supreme Court of Texas has issued 16 additional Emergency Orders Regarding the COVID-19 State of Disaster.

COVID-19, Seventh Case in Gaines County

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The South Plains Public Health District has confirmed the seventh case of Covid-19 in Gaines County. According to the SPPH Executive Director Zach Holbrooks, the prior six cases have recovered and their investigations are complete.

Need Help Paying Your Natural Gas Bill? Atmos Energy Has Solution to Manage Past Due Balances

Midland -- Widespread recommendations to stay home amid at the public health emergency have many Americans anxious about balancing unforeseen energy expenses with the desire for a comfortable home. As the country continues to navigate these uncertain times, Atmos Energy reminds customers struggling to pay their monthly natural gas bill that payment options and financial assistance are available.

Sixth case of Covid-19 confirmed

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The South Plains Public Health District has confirmed the sixth case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Gaines County. This newest case, reported on May 18, came from a female between the ages of 50-59. At this time, the source of exposure is unknown, and the investigation is ongoing.In Gaines County, the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed on March 27, a woman between the ages of 30-39. The second case was on April 1 and was a male between 50 and 59 years old. A May 4 case (identified as case #3) was a female between the age of 90-99. On May 7, another female, confirmed case number four, was under the age of 20. Case number five was a male between the ages of 30-39. All investigations, except for case number six, are complete.

COVID-19 Update: South Plains Health District Confirms Fourth Case

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A fourth case of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has been confirmed in Gaines County, according to a press release from the South Plains Health District. The district confirms that, at present, the source of exposure remains unknown. An investigation is ongoing.