Many residentsa of the Staunton area travel to the Litchfield area on a regular basis. Take note that in Montgomery County, community level is rated high for transmission of COVID-19.

People are advised to follow these recommendations:

• Wear a mask indoors in public

• Stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines

• Get tested if you have symptoms

• Additional precautions may be needed for people at high risk for severe illness.

In Macoupin County and Madison County the community level is medium.

If you are at high risk for severe illness, talk to your healthcare provider about whether you need to wear a mask and take other precautions.

People in these counties are advised to stay up-to-date with COVID-19 vaccines and to get tested if you have symptoms.

People may choose to mask at any time. People with symptoms, a positive test, or exposure to someone with COVID-19 should wear a mask.