The governor announced 134 new COVID-19 cases, bringing the total to 1,452. Six new deaths were also reported, bringing the death toll to 79.

Around 3:00 Thursday afternoon, health officials held a news conference in Knott County, announcing their first case at the Appalachian Wireless store in Hindman.

The first case of COVID-19 was announced in Rowan County, home of Morehead State University.

Pulaski County’s judge-executive said his county is now up to thirty confirmed cases.

Two more cases were confirmed during a news conference in Pike County. They now have three coronavirus patients.

The Laurel County Health Department confirmed its sixth case.

The Cumberland Valley District Health Department announced Jackson County has a total of seven cases. With six of those cases being at Jackson Manor, a nursing home in Annville.

At least, 395 Kentuckians have recovered from the virus.

Natural Bridge State Resort Park and Cumberland Falls State Resort park are now closed, in an effort to enforce social distancing.

If you have any questions about the coronavirus in Kentucky, call the state COVID-19 hotline at 1-800-722-5725.

You can also find the latest information, including things you can do to protect you and your family, by going to the state COVID-19 website here.