Mask Mandate To Remain In Place Despite CDC Relaxing Restrictions, Governor Says

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Mask Mandate To Remain In Place Despite CDC Relaxing Restrictions, Governor Says

CHRISTIANSTED — Governor Albert Bryan said this week that the territory will not be changing or updating mask rules, despite the latest guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). He also made clear that the mask rules would not be changing any time soon. 'Continue to wear

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