Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear was back in Frankfort Wednesday night for his daily COVID-19 update. His announcement yesterday started with a video geared towards preschool children. Beshear then announced that a total of 35 new cases, bringing the state total to 198.

He also announced that a fifth person has now died from COVID-19 related causes. The patient was a 75-year-old man from Jefferson County.

The governor also announced that the Kentucky National Guard will be stationing soldiers and airmen in hospitals across the commonwealth. This is to help hospital staff as they struggle with depleting resources.

“The Kentucky National Guard is accustomed to working with the law enforcement agencies in our state,” said Brig. Gen. Rob Larkin, Assistant Adjutant General, Army. “From natural disasters to yearly high profile events like the Kentucky Derby, providing support to help increase the effectiveness of law enforcement is a task our force has conducted during both good times and under challenging conditions.”

An executive order was also issued Wednesday morning which includes a detailed list of businesses that are considered to be “life-sustaining” and can stay open. All other businesses must close their doors by 8pm today, March 26th, 2020. A full list of the businesses who will be staying open can be found here.