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Twenty-three new deaths were confirmed by the Wyoming Department of Health on Monday.

Thirty-one percent of respondents said they strongly disapprove of the president's handling of the virus.

The Democrat Evers declared a new public health emergency Thursday, after his initial one expired in May, and ordered the wearing of masks starting on Saturday.

State Public Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist said face coverings are essential as people can transmit the virus to others before they feel or show any symptoms.

TOPEKA, Kansas — Democratic Gov. Laura Kelly has issued an order requiring masks and daily temperature checks in the state’s K-12 schools. Kelly on Monday set some coronavirus-inspired rules that are stricter than guidelines adopted by the Republican-controlled State Board of Education...

There are multiple exceptions to the order, including for those with medical conditions who would have trouble breathing if they wore a face covering.

When classes resume Aug. 18, students and staff with the district will have to wear masks in situations where social distancing cannot be maintained.

Hutchinson had resisted calls for a mask mandate but allowed cities to require them.

People alone in an office or their residence hall room with the door closed don't have to wear face coverings at those times, however.

Wyoming has seen 22 deaths due to COVID-19, with the most recent coming this week in Sweetwater County.