face masks

Washington is one of a handful of states to still have active emergency orders in place. North Carolina ended that state’s order last month.

Grant County Health Officer Dr. Alexander Brzezny issued a directive Wednesday mandating use of face coverings in some public places. It applies to grocery or retail stores, restaurants, hair salons or barbers, buses and more. Health District Administrator Theresa Adkinson says, "Wearing a mask is not about protecting yourself it is about protecting those around you," calling it a self