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Nail Salons, Barbershops To Close In Latest State-Ordered Announcement

Governor Mark Gordon
State of Wyoming
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State of Wyoming
Governor Mark Gordon

The state of Wyoming is issuing an order to close all non-essential personal services. The closure applies to cosmetology services including nail salons and barber shops. It will also affect massage parlors, tattoo, body art and piercing shops.

"While I understand the impact and sympathize with those most affected by these measures, especially small business owners, I support Dr. Harrist's recommendation because this is about saving lives," Governor Mark Gordon said in a press release. "We have tried to navigate a thoughtful course, but as COVID-19 spreads through our communities, we must take this action now."

The order begins Wednesday, March 25, and lasts until April 3.

State Health Officer Dr. Alexia Harrist said this is a matter of reducing the spread of COVID-19.

This order supplements previous statewide orders issued March 19 and 20 closing certain public spaces and prohibiting gatherings of 10 people or more in a single room or confined space.

Have a question about this story? Contact the reporter, Cooper McKim, at cmckim5@uwyo.edu.

Before Wyoming, Cooper McKim has reported for NPR stations in Connecticut, Massachusetts, and South Carolina. He's reported breaking news segments and features for several national NPR news programs. Cooper is the host of the limited podcast series Carbon Valley. Cooper studied Environmental Policy and Music. He's an avid jazz piano player, backpacker, and podcast listener.
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