Charles County will enter phase one of reopening on May 29, officials say

CHARLES COUNTY, Md. (FOX 5 DC) - Charles County officials have announced the county will enter phase one of its reopening plan on May 29. 

Charles County spokesperson Jennifer Harris confirmed with FOX 5 on Wednesday that reopening was approved late Tuesday by county leaders. 

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Last week, Governor Larry Hogan announced Maryland would enter phase one of reopening at the state level. However, that order has been implemented at the county and city level on a case-by-case basis.

Counties clustered around D.C. that have been hard-hit by the novel coronavirus, for example, are expected to begin their own reopening processes at a later date when health officials believe their COVID-19 case data is more favorable.

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In Charles County, a press conference will be held next Tuesday where further information will be provided.