Latest County COVID-19 News Links
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COVID-19 Dashboard
In Fairfax County, our response to COVID-19 is informed by data and science. The Health Department has now expanded the data it releases to the public about cases of COVID-19. The COVID-19 dashboard breaks down case information by combined zip code, age group and race. It also includes the trajectory of cases and the County's epidemic curve by new cases per week. County residents deserve transparency in how their local government is responding to this epidemic. Identifying COVID-19 cases by race, gender, age and combined zip code is crucial to our efforts.
County MicroLoan Program
Fairfax County has established a $2.5 Million fund to support small business recovery. Along with the Federal SBA loans and grants, the Small Business COVID-19 Recovery Fund and associated counseling will help our business community with needed relief. Loans from the Fund will be made to eligible businesses in amounts up to $20,000 at 0% interest that can be used for critical operating expenses to offset some of the impacts of the shutdown. Loan counselors administering this loan program will work with business owners to i dentify and apply for optimal federal or local assistance. Applications open today, April 28 and close at midnight on April 30.
Do NOT Drink Bleach
- Drinking bleach or other cleaning products will NOT kill the virus inside your body.
- There is no product you can swallow to prevent a virus from attacking your cells once it is in your body. Swallowing cleaning products could result in serious illness or injury.
- Cleaning products should be used to clean frequently touched surfaces.
- Read more on the County's COVID-19 Rumor Control.
Update from Governor Northam
Governor Northam announced initial guidance for re-opening Virginia. Please note these are simply criteria for re-opening, he did not announce the re-opening of the Commonwealth. - The first phase would be an easing of restrictions and the re-opening of some non-essential businesses.
- This would require a downward trend of positive tests for over 14 days, downward trend of hospitalizations, increased capacity for both testing and contact testing, sufficient hospital beds and ICU capacity, and a sustained supply of personal protective equipment.
- This has not been directed yet, again it is a plan to move forward.
The General Assembly did not approve moving local May 5 elections to November, so by Executive Order the Governor moved elections to May 19. In Fairfax County these elections are only taking place in the towns of Vienna and Clifton.
Update from Health and Human Services
- Neighborhood Health, Health Works, Community Health Centers, and Inova's Partnership for Health Communities, continue to provide health care and some COVID-19 testing for those without insurance. Learn more...
- The Department of Housing and Community Development has waived over $13,000 in fees for late rental payments for renters in Fairfax County owned affordable housing units.
Resources for Distance Learning
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Other News
- The Fairfax County Communities of Trust is sponsoring a drive to collect needed personal hygiene products and household cleaners to families and individuals facing hardship. Collection boxes are being placed at all 8 Fairfax County District Police stations. The items will be picked up and distributed to local food pantries near the stations.
Additional Resources
Fairfax County Health Department
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Congressional Art Competition Entry Dates Extended
Each spring, the Congressional Institute sponsors a nationwide high school visual art competition to recognize and encourage artistic talent in the nation and in each congressional district. Since the Artistic Discovery competition began in 1982, more than 650,000 high school students have participated.
Students submit entries to their representative's office, and panels of district artists select the winning entries. Winners are recognized both in their district and at an annual awards ceremony in Washington, DC. The winning works are displayed for one year at the U.S. Capitol.
- Congressman Beyer's District has extended this year's entry deadline to May 29. Read more...
- Congressman Connolly's District has extended this year's entry deadline to May 8. Read more...
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