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COVID-19 in Appalachia
	
	
				
	
	
	The COVID-19 crisis continues to present short- and long-term implications for the Region. Throughout the crisis, ARC has continued our commitment to growing Appalachia’s economic  potential. We’ve worked with our state and local partners to adjust grant investments, expanded research initiatives, and refocused educational outreach to support community needs.





	


  
Investing in Resilience
          
                      COVID has created economic and other challenges in every Appalachian community. Yet, Appalachians continue to demonstrate resilience.  Using ARC support, small businesses have accessed emergency capital, towns have expanded broadband capabilities, and manufacturers have pivoted to produce Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Communities across the Region are adapting their resources to meet new challenges.

COVID Cases in Appalachia

In March 2020, COVID cases were first confirmed in Appalachia. By July 26, 2020, every one of the Region’s 423 counties recorded confirmed cases. ARC’s research team is constantly tracking maps, local data, and other information to better understand COVID’s impact in Appalachia.

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COVID-19 in Appalachia

          See confirmed case counts at the county level.



COVID-19 Cases and Economic Status in Appalachia

          See updated confirmed case counts with county economic classifications.



County COVID-19 Cases and Planning Report

          Explore the impact of COVID-19 on key socioeconomic indicators and resources at the county level.






	

Investments in Action        Carolina Textile District Pivots to PPE Production
							
															In April 2020, as the COVID-19 crisis was beginning, an ARC investment helped CTD quickly purchase materials and coordinate staff to manufacture needed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)—including face masks and medical gowns.
							
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																			Woman sews medical safety gear in light of COVID-19 in North Carolina
											
									The Industrial Commons

COVID Conversations

Since the COVID crisis began, ARC has partnered with Regional experts to discuss how the Region is adapting its resources, strategies, and other assets to address these unique challenges. These conversations continue to demonstrate community leadership, resourcefulness, and resilience.

Watch these ARC-facilitated conversations:

ARC’s Summer Showcase: A Virtual Webinar Series on Appalachia’s COVID Response



COVID in Appalachian Communities

Appalachian Leadership Fellows Response to COVID

Managing Food Enterprises During COVID-19: An Online Learning Exchange

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