HEALTH DEPARTMENT SEES TESTING TREND Columbia County Department of Health Director Jack Mabb said Thursday that with more than 500 coronavirus tests having been administered to county residents, the current number of 80 positives is yielding a positive/negative ratio of roughly one in seven. “That’s similar to what we’ve been seeing in other areas,” Mabb said. “Keep in mind that we haven’t … {Read more...}

From Columbia County Department of Health As of 2:45 pm, April 7, 2020: We are sad to report that we have a fourth community member that has passed away from COVID-19. Although we understand the desire for more information, we are doing everything we can to respect the privacy of the individual and the loved ones of the deceased. The only COVID-19 information we will share can be found … {Read more...}

Through the generosity of G-Tel there is a Hotspot at the Gallatin Town Hall. Come to the Town Hall parking lot, 667 County Route 7, and access the internet courtesy of G-Tel. … {Read more...}

Columbia County Department of Health 4/6/20 Update As of 3 pm, April 6, 2020: -70 positive cases of COVID-19 -27 of the 70 cases have recovered from COVID-19 -3 of the positive cases have passed away -4 of the positive cases are hospitalized, 2 of those are in the ICU -We have received 477 test results completed for Columbia County residents - 80 residents are under mandatory quarantine and … {Read more...}

COUNTY RECOMMENDS CDC MASK GUIDELINES Columbia County Board of Supervisors Chairman Matt Murell said Saturday that he and the county’s Department of Health Director, Jack Mabb, recommend that county residents follow the CDC’s guidelines on the wearing of masks. “We understand the situation on the wearing of masks during this crisis has been continually evolving, and may well change again as we … {Read more...}