GA Coronavirus: 13 Deaths, Restaurants Close, TSA Worker Positive

GEORGIA — New numbers released Friday from the Georgia Department of Public Health show there have been 13 deaths and 420 cases of coronavirus across the state, the largest jump in state history.

With the new cases, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms has ordered all city bars and restaurants to only provide take-out. However, she also is allowing to-go orders of alcohol, she said Friday. Many other metro Atlanta cities followed soon after.

The number of confirmed and presumed positive cases of COVID-19 rose from 197 on Wednesday to 287 cases in 28 counties on Thursday. By Friday, there have been 420 positive cases confirmed in the state, with 13 deaths, across 50 counties.

The DPH released the numbers of tests taken across the state, which totaled more than 2,300.

There have been 1,682 tests done in a commercial lab, with 289 coming in positive. The Department of Public Health Lab has done 704 tests, and had 131 positives.

Fulton County has the most cases in the state with 79, followed by Cobb County with 45, Bartow with 40, Dougherty with 38, DeKalb with 35, Gwinnett with 20, Cherokee with 13, Fayette with 10, and Clarke and Clayton with nine.

Globally, more than 255,000 people have been infected and more than 10,400 people have died from the new coronavirus, Johns Hopkins reported Friday. Of that total, more than 14,000 confirmed cases are in the United States. There have been 205 deaths in the U.S. have been tied to the virus outbreak, as of Friday morning.

The first known case of a Centers for Disease Control employee with coronavirus was confirmed Monday, CNBC reported. The employee was not part of the CDC's relief efforts, and has not been at work since March 6.

"The patient is in good condition and is isolated to prevent the spread of the infection to others," the CDC said to the station. "CDC is considering and taking all necessary actions to further protect the health and safety of our workforce. Our best wishes go to the employee for a rapid and full recovery.”

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Here's what is happening due to coronavirus around Georgia this week:

FRIDAY, MARCH 20

GA Coronavirus Cases See Biggest 1-Day Jump; ATL Closes Eateries

As coronavirus cases swelled to 420 Friday, Atlanta limited bars and restaurants to take-out service, but also is allowing to-go alcohol.

More cities that closed dining rooms:

• Coronavirus: Woodstock Mayor Allows To-Go Alcohol From Eateries
• Coronavirus: Sandy Springs Closes Eateries, Allows To-Go Alcohol
• Coronavirus: Roswell Bans Dining In, Allows To-Go Alcohol

Coronavirus: Cherokee Schools To Stay Closed Through Spring Break

The Cherokee County School Board voted Thursday to keep schools closed through at least April 6 due to coronavirus.

Coronavirus: Concern Over Teens Gathering At Park, Report Says

Teens gathering at a Gwinnett County park have caused concern among locals, according to a report.

2nd Atlanta TSA Worker Tests Positive For Coronavirus

A second TSA worker has tested positive for the coronavirus.

THURSDAY, MARCH 19

Tyler Perry Holds Off Production Due To Coronavirus Risk In GA

Atlanta-based Tyler Perry Studios has halted all production for original programming due to the risk of coronavirus.

GA Coronavirus: 7 Malls, Outlets To Close Temporarily

The malls and shopping outlets managed by Simon Property Group will temporarily close Wednesday night.

GA Senator Tests Positive For Coronavirus; Lt. Gov. Isolates

A GA senator who was at the Capitol on Monday tested positive for coronavirus; officials including the Lt. Gov. are now in self-quarantine.

Georgia's Zac Brown Lets Go Of Crew, Gets Emotional In Video

Georgia's Zac Brown of the Zac Brown Band had to cancel its tour due to the coronavirus risk.

GA Coronavirus: 10 Deaths, 287 Cases; Emergency Ordinances Set

The numbers of deaths in Georgia from coronavirus jumped to 10 on Thursday, with 287 people also testing positive.

GA Coronavirus: 'Prioritize Tests For Most Vulnerable'

GA officials said coronavirus tests need to be prioritized for vulnerable people, including elderly, health workers and first responders.

Atlanta Humane Hosting 'Cutest Self-Quarantined Pet' Contest

Prizes include some of the most highly sought after coronavirus essentials, including toilet paper, sanitizer and Netflix subscriptions.

Gwinnett Schools Gave Out Over 72K Meals This Week

School officials say they've delivered or handed out over 72,000 meals to children in the county since Monday amid the coronavirus closures.

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18

GA Coronavirus: Nearly 200 Cases Confirmed, 1,500 Tests Taken

More than 50 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed overnight, bringing the total cases in Georgia as of Wednesday to nearly 200.

Coronavirus Could Push GA Hospitals Beyond Capacity: Study

GA hospitals wouldn't have enough beds for the projected number of coronavirus patients they would need to treat, says a ProPublica study.

GA Coronavirus: Grocery Stores Set New Hours, Senior Guest Hour

Grocery stores around Atlanta are closing early or setting "senior" hours, limiting items and hiring employees to combat coronavirus.

Atlanta Braves Open $1M Relief Fund To Help Stadium Workers

With all MLB games canceled, stadium workers are without work. The Atlanta Braves have created a relief fund to help.

GA Coronavirus: Marietta City Councilwoman Tests Positive

A Marietta city councilwoman tests positive for the coronavirus.

Graduation Ceremonies Canceled For UGA, And More: Coronavirus

Colleges like UGA and Georgia Southern University have announced that they are canceling graduation due to the risk of the coronavirus.

Coronavirus: GA Needs More Blood, Major Shortage Says Red Cross

Nearly 2,700 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled nationwide, due to coronavirus concerns, resulting in some 86,000 fewer donations.

GA Businesses Ordered To File Partial Unemployment Claims

Georgia businesses have been ordered by officials to file partial unemployment claims for workers temporarily laid off.

Atlanta Mayor Creates $7M Emergency Fund To Help Hourly Workers

Mayor Keisha Lance-Bottoms issued an executive order to create an emergency fund that would help hourly workers and small businesses.

TUESDAY, MARCH 17

GA Coronavirus: All K-12 Schools Shut, Colleges Move Online

Gov. Brian Kemp ordered all K-12 Georgia public schools to close until March 31, and the University System of Georgia will end the semester online.

Coronavirus: Anheuser-Busch Cartersville Plant Employee Infected

An employee of the Cartersville Anheuser-Busch plant has been infected with the coronavirus, a statement from the company said.

TSA Closes Some Checkpoints At Atlanta Airport: Coronavirus

The TSA closed some security checkpoints Tuesday at Atlanta Hartsfield International Airport.

No Evictions For 60 Days In Atlanta Says Mayor Bottoms

Residential evictions have been halted immediately for the next 60 days, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms said Tuesday.

2nd GA Coronavirus Patient Quarantined At Park

A second person was quarantined Monday at Hard Labor Creek State Park in Morgan County. They tested positive for coronavirus at a hospital.

GA Coronavirus: Macy’s Temporarily Closes All Locations

Macy's says it will provide benefits and compensations to its affected workers.

MONDAY, MARCH 16

Brookhaven Declares State Of Emergency, Bans In Person Dining

All in-person dining at restaurants and bars in the city of Brookhaven in Atlanta have been banned to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

Kroger's Georgia Stores Hiring, Maintaining Store Hours

Kroger's Atlanta Division is hiring associates to help keep stores stocked with food and essentials. Store hours will not be limited.

Chick-fil-A Closes Dining Rooms To Prevent Coronavirus Risk

Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A said it has temporarily closed its dining rooms across the country. Drive-thru or take-out service continues.

Coronavirus: AMC Movie Theatres Practicing 'Social Distancing'

Movie goers in metro Atlanta will still be able to check out the latest box office hits, but with less seats, says the company.

How Coronavirus Affects GA Animal Shelters, Adoptions, Supplies

Coronavirus has affected humans by closing workplaces and schools, but Georgia animal shelters are also being impacted by the virus.

3rd Fulton Schools Employee Tests Positive For Coronavirus

A third Fulton Schools employee has tested positive for coronavirus, the district said Sunday. The district is closed until further notice.

GA Superintendent Suspends State Testing Amid Coronavirus

"Right now, schools' focus needs to be on the safety of their students and staff," Georgia Superintendent Richard Woods said Monday.

SATURDAY, MARCH 14/SUNDAY, MARCH 15

GA Coronavirus: ATL Mayor Bans Large Gatherings Of 50 People

Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms issued a state of emergency Sunday night, prohibiting large public gatherings of more than 50 people.

Publix, GA Grocery Store Hours In Flux For Cleaning, Stocking

Publix grocery stores in Georgia are cutting hours to deal with shoppers clearing shelves and cleaning spurred by the coronavirus.

GA Presidential Primary Postponed Over Coronavirus: Officials

Georgia's presidential primary, which was set for March 24, has been postponed because of concerns over poll worker and voter safety.

GA Schools Offering Meals To Students During Coronavirus Closures

While many Atlanta area school districts are closed due to coronavirus, some counties are offering free meals to students.

GA Coronavirus: Power, Gas Companies Vow Service Will Continue

Georgia Power and Atlanta Gas are assuring customers that operations and services will continue during the coronavirus outbreak.

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