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COVID cases continue surge

COVID-19 numbers continue to rise both in the region and across the state. Clarke County has seen 518 cases over the past two weeks, according the Georgia Department of Public Health. Neighboring Jackson County with a significantly smaller population has seen 514 cases in that same time.

According to state data, Region E, which is centered on Athens, currently has 90% of its inpatient hospital beds in use, and 94% of ICU beds in use.

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