Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, Feb. 17, 2021

This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for Feb. 17, 2021.

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  JAY WAGNER & NANCY VAUGHAN: For the sake of our cities, pass the Rescue Act
  Wednesday, Feb. 17, 2021 -- This is the time for action of a scope that none of us has ever had to undergo in our lifetimes. We are just two mayors standing together -- not as a Democrat or a Republican but as local leaders fighting for our communities. We speak for mayors across North Carolina when we say to all of Congress -- we need bold action like the American Rescue Plan, and we need it now.

  February 17, 2021 5:00 a.m. EST
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  How to buy a real N95 mask online
  A year into the coronavirus pandemic, buying a heavy-duty medical mask online remains downright maddening.

  February 17, 2021 11:22 a.m. EST
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  Wake makes plans to expand COVID info, vaccines
  Political, faith and community leaders discuss efforts to reach more people in Wake County with information about and vaccines to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Tap to watch live.

  February 17, 2021 11:12 a.m. EST
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  White House coronavirus task force update
  The White House coronavirus response team provides an update on the pandemic and the vaccine distribution.

  February 17, 2021 11:55 a.m. EST
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  EXPLAINER: How will we know we've reached herd immunity?
  Health officials around the world are racing to vaccinate enough people to stop the spread of COVID-19, but what qualifies as “enough” is still an open question.

  February 17, 2021 2:58 p.m. EST
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  Measure to force schools to reopen amid pandemic heading to governor
  State lawmakers have given final approval to legislation that would require school districts across North Carolina to reopen their doors to students who want the option of in-person learning during the coronavirus pandemic.

  February 18, 2021 2:06 p.m. EST
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  Church, community organizations bring vaccine to those who need it most
  While thousands of people have gotten their COVID-19 vaccination in drive-through events like those at PNC Arena last week, Wake County leaders are refining their efforts to reach those who could not make it and those who hesitate for any reason.

  February 17, 2021 6:23 p.m. EST
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  Your voice could soon provide clue as to whether you're infected with coronavirus
  Steve Hoover, vice president of laboratory operations for Raleigh-based Mako Medical, discusses the company's efforts to test for coronavirus variants and a new app that can recommend people for virus testing by the sound of their voices.

  February 17, 2021 8:55 p.m. EST
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  'Hello health care workers:' Young and old share the love for health care heroes
  Take your picture or video, make a poster or Valentine's Day card or even send a song - the more creative, the better! Any small gesture of love will go a long way to let our frontline health care workers know we are supporting them.

  February 16, 2021 9:26 a.m. EST
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  WRAL's Dr. Mask practicing what he preaches in showing off 2nd COVID-19 shot
  Dr. Allen Mask is among the physicians setting an example for those who might be hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine.

  February 16, 2021 7:51 p.m. EST
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  Don't let your guard down: Wake County opens new COVID-19 testing sites
  Even as COVID-19 infection rates decrease in the state and nationwide, health officials are telling people they shouldn't let their guard down.

  February 16, 2021 6:07 a.m. EST
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  NC shifting policy on vaccines for visitors from out of state
  Roughly 3 percent of people vaccinated in North Carolina came from out of state, in line with neighboring Tennessee.

  February 16, 2021 7:08 p.m. EST
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  Coronavirus in North Carolina: Maps, charts and data
  View interactive coronavirus maps, graphics and county-by-county data on cases and deaths related to the COVID-19 outbreak in North Carolina. See whether the state is "flattening the curve."

  February 25, 2021 3:55 p.m. EST
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  Coronavirus cases: U.S. and world - curves, maps and data
  The Associated Press is tracking new reported coronavirus cases across the United States and globally, including showing curves by country. Click or hover on any state on the U.S. map to see the total number of reported cases and deaths. On the chart under the map, you can click to rank states based on the number of cases or deaths. Update times for the data are shown under the map and chart.

  April 20, 2020 1:51 p.m. EDT
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  List of resources to help seniors get groceries and prescriptions
  Many businesses and organizations are offering delivery and drive-through services to help seniors and those who are at-risk reduce contact and still find the essentials they need. Read on for a growing list of resources including free prescription delivery, free curbside grocery pick-up, grocery delivery options and food pantry assistance.

  March 26, 2020 7:05 p.m. EDT
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  Triangle restaurants offering catering, delivery and take-out
  A list of catering companies offering family meals, plus a list of local places offering take out or delivery.

  March 24, 2020 12:01 p.m. EDT
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  Resources to get through the coronavirus economic slowdown
  This list of resources for giving and getting help will continue to grow until the coronavirus crisis has passed.

  May 22, 2020 6:21 p.m. EDT
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  April 3, 2020 9:40 a.m. EDT