By Todd Wineburner

The latest information from the Livingston County Health Department says 30 county residents have been added to the area’s COVID-19 statistics. Seven inmates at the Pontiac Correctional Center are newly diagnosed as well.

56 people have lost their lives to complications related to the virus, while 161 cases remain active. Overall, 2,866 people have contracted the disease but have now completed their isolation.

COVID-19 testing is available weekday mornings at OSF St. James-John W. Albrecht Medical Center. Appointments for tests can be made through the Livingston County Health Department at LCHD.US.