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Coronavirus coverage in North Carolina, March 11, 2021
This is WRAL's coverage of the coronavirus outbreak for March 11, 2021.
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President Biden signs the American Rescue Plan
Watch coverage as President Biden signs the COVID-19 relief bill, the "American Rescue Plan," at the White House. -
Chicken fundraiser will raise $25,000 for NC trooper battling COVID-19
A community is coming together Thursday to raise money for Brent Montgomery, a North Carolina State Trooper who has been battling COVID-19 in the ICU for several weeks. -
CBC OPINION
Editorial: A rare scene that needs to be more common
Thursday, March 11, 2021 -- Wednesday's moment of conciliation and collegiality came after bitter confrontation, a failed veto override and name-calling - all utterly unnecessary and not constructive. The resolution reached was recognition that, all along, legislators and the governor had more in common on the issue of reopening classrooms than not. -
Recovered COVID patients may need just one shot according to UNC study
The study showed that after just one dose of the vaccine, the antibody response in people who previously had COVID-19 was almost twice as high as those with no signs of previous infection. -
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Health, home care workers are heroes during COVID-19 times
As home care grows in popularity, home care workers are stepping up to the plate to meet increased demands and responsibilities, even amidst the current pandemic. -
Johnston County vaccine clinic reaches capacity before first shots are given
After Johnston County announced it would include Group 4 in a first-come, first-served, first-dose clinic Friday afternoon, so many cars lined up at Johnston Community College Friday that organizers announced they had reached capacity before the event's scheduled start time of 2 p.m. -
Pandemic taking mental toll on even young children
The pandemic has been a struggle for everyone, including children. With so many learning from home, the sense of isolation can lead to depression and even thoughts of suicide. -
Employers will eventually be able to require workers to get coronavirus vaccinations
As the coronavirus vaccine becomes available to more people based on their job roles, a growing number of people have questioned whether employers can require workers to get vaccinated. -
CBC OPINION
Editorial: A rare scene that needs to be more common
Thursday, March 11, 2021 -- Wednesday's moment of conciliation and collegiality came after bitter confrontation, a failed veto override and name-calling - all utterly unnecessary and not constructive. The resolution reached was recognition that, all along, legislators and the governor had more in common on the issue of reopening classrooms than not. -
Recovered COVID patients may need just one shot according to UNC study
The study showed that after just one dose of the vaccine, the antibody response in people who previously had COVID-19 was almost twice as high as those with no signs of previous infection. -
SPONSORED
Health, home care workers are heroes during COVID-19 times
As home care grows in popularity, home care workers are stepping up to the plate to meet increased demands and responsibilities, even amidst the current pandemic. -
Johnston County vaccine clinic reaches capacity before first shots are given
After Johnston County announced it would include Group 4 in a first-come, first-served, first-dose clinic Friday afternoon, so many cars lined up at Johnston Community College Friday that organizers announced they had reached capacity before the event's scheduled start time of 2 p.m. -
Pandemic taking mental toll on even young children
The pandemic has been a struggle for everyone, including children. With so many learning from home, the sense of isolation can lead to depression and even thoughts of suicide. -
Employers will eventually be able to require workers to get coronavirus vaccinations
As the coronavirus vaccine becomes available to more people based on their job roles, a growing number of people have questioned whether employers can require workers to get vaccinated. -
Johnston County vaccine clinic reaches capacity before first shots are given
After Johnston County announced it would include Group 4 in a first-come, first-served, first-dose clinic Friday afternoon, so many cars lined up at Johnston Community College Friday that organizers announced they had reached capacity before the event's scheduled start time of 2 p.m. -
Pandemic taking mental toll on even young children
The pandemic has been a struggle for everyone, including children. With so many learning from home, the sense of isolation can lead to depression and even thoughts of suicide. -
Employers will eventually be able to require workers to get coronavirus vaccinations
As the coronavirus vaccine becomes available to more people based on their job roles, a growing number of people have questioned whether employers can require workers to get vaccinated. -
North Carolina Coronavirus dashboard - Maps, charts and data
The North Carolina COVID-19 Dashboard. The latest Coronavirus case numbers, deaths, hospitalizations, and other key coronavirus stats for North Carolina and the US. -
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. -
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.