Local COVID-19 Update (July 22)

Coronavirus case increases are continuing a higher trend in mid-Missouri.

Boone County had 101 new positives Wednesday. Active cases went up, to 744, which is the highest that number has been since late January. Hospitalizations went down, to 83. Hospitals in Boone are still operating at “yellow” status, meaning resources are strained and some surgeries are being delayed.

Cole County added 107 new cases Wednesday.