Three residents of a central North Carolina nursing home have tested positive for COVID-19. The Johnston County Health Department said on Saturday that the cases involved residents at Springbrook Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Clayton. A handful of nursing homes have reported outbreaks. State health officials report North Carolina with over 2,400 positive COVID-19 cases and 24 deaths. More than 270 people are hospitalized. A statewide stay-at-home order took effect March 30. Gov. Roy Cooper suggested on Friday that more restrictions could occur if it's determined people aren't practicing social distancing as much as is needed to blunt the virus spread.
Jared Brumbaugh is the Assistant General Manager for Public Radio East. An Eastern North Carolina native, Jared began his professional public radio career at Public Radio East while he was a student at Craven Community College earning his degree in Electronics Engineering Technology. During his 15+ years at Public Radio East, he has served as an award-winning journalist, producer, and on-air host. When not at the station, Jared enjoys hiking, traveling, and honing his culinary skills.