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Location |
Lake Lure |
Rutherford County |
North Carolina |
CDC |
Resource |
Needs Assessment Officer |
Health Screenings |
COVID-19 Call Center |
COVID-19 Guidelines |
Phone Number |
(828)625-9983x103 |
(828) 289-1185 |
2-1-1 |
(800) CDC-INFO (800) 232-4636 |
Website |
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For questions or suggestions please write to Communications@townoflake.com |
COVID-19 Physical Resource Guide
For Emergencies Call 9-1-1 | ||||
Location |
Blue Ridge Health Clinic |
Lake Lure Ingles |
Lake Lure Pharmacy |
Hickory Nut Gorge Outreach |
Resource |
Medical and Behavioral Health Care |
Groceries |
Medications |
Food Pantry |
Phone Number |
(828) 625-4400 |
(828) 289-1185 |
(828) 625-0748 |
(828) 625-4683 |
Website |
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Notes |
Hours of Operation: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm New patients may be enrolled via telephone. |
Hours of Operation: 7AM – 9PM Beginning 3/24/20 7-8am Tues & Wed Senior Shoppers or those with compromised Immune Systems |
Drive through Pharmacy is available Mon-Fri 9AM-9PM Sat & Sun 9AM-6PM |
Hours of Operation: Monday, Thursday 10am – 4pm |
Rutherford County COVID-19 Informational Updates
Today's Inspiration
April 13, 2020
Do your little bit of good where you are; it's those little bits of good put together that overwhelm the world.
Desmond Tutu
Today's Inspiration
April 12, 2020
Thank you for staying home and staying safe. Be well and Happy Easter from the Town of Lake Lure,
(Captivating photo by the very talented Buddy Morrison.)
Local Good News Stories
April 13, 2020
April 13, 2020
Special thanks to the National Guard who delivered safety glasses to the Rutherford County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). The EOC is the central supply location for PPE donations and purchases for our county. The EOC works to deliver PPE supplies to the medical providers and first responder agencies in our community. If you have any donations please call 287-6074. Also, thank you to the following kids: Callie, Chloe and Chancellor for delivering orange twists from Davis Donuts to the hard working paramedics at Rutherford County EMS.
Please send your good news stories to Communications@townoflakelure.com
Bring Your Own Gas
April 8, 2020
Lake Lure Tours is closed temporarily until further notice. The marine fuel dispenser (gas pump) at the Washburn Marina has malfunctioned and is not working.
The Town has ordered a replacement gas pump and will work with Lake Lure Tours to get the pump installed as soon as possible. Updates will be provided as soon as the gas dispenser is operational again. In the meantime, please bring your own fuel for your boats.
Today's Inspiration
April 7, 2020
“Courage doesn’t always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day, saying, “I will try again tomorrow.”– Mary Anne Radmacher
Magnificent sunset Photo of the Town of Lake Lure is submitted by Charles Yop.
Please continue to send your inspiring photographs, quotes and stories to Communications@townoflakelure.com.
Lake Lure Good News Stories
April 7, 2020
Top 3 Local Positive Efforts to Share from the Emergency Operations Center (EOC):
• RHI gave a $25,000 grant to purchase PPE at our central source location at the EOC
• Rutherford Outdoor Coalition members packaged 200 boxes and handed out over 120 boxes of food for Chase Corner Ministries. Thank you to Chase Corner Ministries for providing this much needed service.
• A special thank you to some individuals sewing masks for health care workers. Today we thank: Della Richardson, Marsha Daves, and Monica Martin.
We know there are many more individuals, organization and businesses doing good will. We have more businesses to share tomorrow and will continue to share this information with you as we receive it.Please email us at Communications@townoflakelure.com if you have a positive story to share.
Today's Inspiration
April 4, 2020
What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
Ralph Waldo Emerson
Good News Stories
April 3, 2020
We’d like to share some good news going on in Rutherford County and the many partners working together to help our cause locally.
- We know there are many more individuals, organization and businesses
doing good will.
- We have more businesses to share tomorrow and will continue to
share this information with you as we receive it.
- Please email us at covid19@rutherfordcountync.gov if you have a positive story to share.
- Here are just a few:
- Facebook donated 1,000 surgical masks.
- Dominos Pizza in Rutherfordton and Forest City are
donating over 400 Large Pizzas throughout the community. This includes
Rutherford Hospital Staff, Fire Departments, Police Departments, School
Personnel, Pharmacy Staff and Grace of God Rescue Mission.
- Big Springs Baptist
Church in Hollis/Ellenboro area is making and donating cloth face masks to give
to local healthcare workers, plus they are supporting two area schools with
making and delivering backpack food, and assisting in preparation of breakfast
and lunch at area schools.
- Current companies are finding suppliers of PPE for
us.
- Parker Hannifin donated more face shields, but also gloves and aprons
- Isothermal Community College donated gloves.
Today's Inspiration
April 3, 2020
Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. –Maya Angelou
Special thanks to the very talented Michelle Schwartz for sharing this breath taking photograph. Please send your inspiring photographs to communications@townoflakelure.com.
Lake Lure Good News Stories
April 3, 2020
Lake Lure Baptist Church (6837 US 64/74A Lake Lure) is having a free food giveaway this Sunday, 4/5/20. They have prepared baskets of food and toilet paper for those who are in need. These will be given out on Sunday. 4/5/20 from 12:30 pm to 3 pm OR until their stocks last. NOTE: This will be a drive-thru pickup in the church parking lot so that social distancing practices may be closely followed. First come. First served. This is Lake Lure Baptist Church family's way of trying to help those who are in need and showing their love for our community.
Rutherford County Proclamation Suspending Residential Vacation Rentals
April 3, 2020
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic continues to pose a looming threat to the health and safety of people of Rutherford County. As the situation continues to develop and new cases are reported throughout the state of North Carolina, and especially in the foothills region, our local government continues to be proactive in taking the necessary staeps to stem the spread of COVID-19 through all appropriate means.
At this time, Rutherford County government, along with the public health and safety officials are requesting that the use of all short-term rentals be suspended in Rutherford County until further notice.
Download the Rutherford County Proclamation Suspending Residential Vacation Rentals
Violations of Stay at Home Orders
We know people are concerned about businesses violating the Stay at Home order.
Citizens can go to www.rutherfordcountync.gov and click on the COVID-19 box.
Once you click on the box you will see a violations form that can be filled out.
Today's Inspiration
April 2, 2020
When everything seems to be going against you, remember that the airplane takes off against the wind, not with it. (Henry Ford)
Lake Access for Lake Lure Property Owners Returning Boats
April 1, 2020
The Town of Lake Lure closed Public Boat Ramps effective 3/31/20 due to the COVID-19 Pandemic.
- The Town will open these Boat Ramps for Lake Lure Property Owners who need their boats back on the Lake while Public Boat Ramps are closed.
- The Public Boat Ramps are only to be used for the return of boats and are closed for any other reason.
- Social distancing guidelines must be closely followed.
- Please click here for instructions:
Good News Stories
We’d also like to share some good news going on in Rutherford County and the many partners working together to help our cause locally. Here are just a few:
1. Parker Hannafin is creating face shields utilizing their 3D printer.
2. Defiant Whiskey has made hand sanitizer for first responders.
3. Westrock has donated bleach and rubbing alcohol.
4. Trelleborg and Spencer Baptist both donated Tyvek suits.
5. Multiple dentists have also donated PPE: Dr. John Crossland (surgical masks), Dr. Thompson (gloves), Dr. Frank Jones (disposable gowns), Blanton Miller & Moore (surgical masks and disposable gowns)
We know there are many more individuals, organization and businesses doing good will. We have more businesses to share tomorrow and will continue to share this information with you as we receive it.
Please email us at Communications@townoflakelure.com if you have a positive story to share.
Town of Lake Lure Supplemental Declaration
on Residential Vacation Rentals and Parks
on Residential Vacation Rentals and Parks
March 31, 2020
Greetings
from the Town of Lake Lure,
The Lake Lure Town Council and Staff have been working
to strengthen safety measures to protect our community from the COVID-19
pandemic. Rutherford County issued a Declaration of State of Emergency on 3/16/20
and the Town of Lake Lure issued a Proclamation of State of Emergency on
3/17/20. Rutherford County and the incorporated municipalities then issued a Joint
Supplemental Proclamation of a State of Emergency on 3/27/20 and also issued a
Rutherford County Short Term Rental Suspension Request on 3/27/20.
Rutherford County’s Short Term Rental Suspension Request is voluntary, but recognizes the best available medical evidence confirms that human travel promotes the spread of this disease and the presence of visitors in Rutherford County has the potential to exacerbate the strain on the limited healthcare resources and facilities available within Rutherford County. This request was made to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in a manner and at a pace that overwhelms the ability of Rutherford County and its healthcare partners to respond effectively in the coming days. This Suspension Request was made to all types of transient lodging within the County.
The average age of year-round residents in Lake Lure is approximately 60. Older persons have been identified as particularly susceptible to life-threatening complications associated with COVID-19. Residential Vacation Rentals pose an increased risk and danger for the spread of the COVID-19 virus within the Town of Lake Lure due to the age of our population and the number of such Rentals within the Town’s corporate limits, approximately 340 units. Additionally, the Town’s Residential Vacation Rentals are embedded throughout the Town’s Residential neighborhoods.
To protect our
citizens, the Town of Lake Lure is suspending Residential Vacation Rentals
within Town limits.
· All Residential Vacation Rental properties (as defined in §92.005 Zoning Regulations of the Town of Lake Lure) in the incorporated area of Lake Lure, shall cease accepting new reservations for any period of time from 12:01 a.m. 4/1/20 through 5/15/20 (such time limit is subject to further modification).
· Violations of this Declaration may result in suspension of Residential Vacation Rental permits, along with additional fines set forth in the Town Code and herein.
· Existing reservations made for a period beginning 4/1/20 through 5/15/20 will be rescheduled or canceled.
· Visitors currently checked in may remain until the end of their existing reservations, but such reservations shall not be extended.
· Those units consistently occupied since 3/1/20 are exempt, but rental occupancy may not be increased by others, including friends or family members.
The Town will continue to monitor the data released by local, State and National authorities regarding COVID-19 and may extend the ban outlined herein to other types of transient lodging facilities within the Town as appropriate. Additionally, publicly-owned and privately-owned places where large numbers of persons tend to congregate consistently throughout the day pose a particular risk for the spread of COVID-19, such as parks and similar recreational sites.
To protect our citizens, all amusements designed to attract and accommodate visitors, are hereby ordered to close effective Tuesday, 3/31/20, including but not limited to movies and live performances, miniature golf (not golf courses), amusement parks and arcades, and similar attractions typically involving more than 10 persons at any given time.
· The following Parks and public areas shall close effective 3/31/20:
Ø Public Boat Ramps - Closed
Ø Morse Park - Closed
Ø Flowering Bridge – Closed
Ø Pool Creek Park – Closed
· Buffalo Creek Park/Weed Patch Mountain and Dittmer Watts Park (all walking/hiking trails) shall remain open; however, appropriate social distancing of persons (at least six feet) shall be practiced and enforced.
· Golf Courses may remain open; however, no more than one person shall be allowed per cart. Walking on the golf course shall be allowed with appropriate social distancing being practiced and enforced.
The Town recognizes the importance of making some outdoor areas available but will continue to monitor developing conditions and whether these opportunities are being used in an acceptable and safe manner by the public and may issue further Orders in appropriate circumstances. Any person who violates any provision of this declaration shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor in accordance with G.S. 14-288.20A.
Please continue to visit the Town’s Website where daily updates are posted at www.townoflakelure.com. See the link for “Town News” on the Homepage for information related to Rutherford County, the Town of Lake Lure, and CDC Guidelines for prevention.
· If you need emergency assistance, please call 9-1-1.
· If you need COVID-19 Health Screening call Rutherford County, NC Medical Screening Hotline at (828) 289-1185.
· If you need resources or information in COVID-19, please call 2-1-1 or 888-892-1162.
· Be sure you are registered for Everbridge, the Town’s Mass Emergency Notification System. To register for Everbridge you may visit the Town Website at www.townoflakelure.com. and look for the link for Everbridge on the left hand side of the page.
· If you have further questions or need additional support during this Emergency Period, please contact Laura Krejci our Needs Assessment Officer at 828-625-9983, ext. 103.
Thank you for your ongoing cooperation during this challenging time. Our continued unity as a community is critical. Please continue to stay safe, stay informed and Stay At Home to assist in controlling the spread of COVID-19. Please take this opportunity to support each other and to staying in touch with family, friends, and neighbors.
/es/ Carol Pritchett
Mayor, Town of Lake Lure
Download the Town of Lake Lure Supplemental State of Emergency Declaration
Download Instructions for Lake Access for Lake Lure Property Owners Returning Boats
Rutherford County Strike Teams
March 30, 2020
The Rutherford County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) has developed unique medical strike teams to check in on patients suffering from COVID-19. It is the best medical practice for patients to isolate at home and treat with fluids, an anti-fever medication such as Tylenol, and rest. However, with several high risk populations, Rutherford County wants to provide special focus on their needs.
Each Strike Team consists of one or two paramedics or EMT’s who will provide a follow up well check via phone or in person of COVID-19 patients that are under self-isolation protocols. They will also perform vital sign checks on these patients and work closely with Rutherford Regional Health System’s providers to utilize telemedicine services if needed. The EOC in conjunction with Rutherford Regional Medical Center, will stay in contact with these patients to monitor how they are progressing. If a patient become critical, EMS will transport them to Rutherford Regional for additional resources. Frequency of contact will depend on availability of medical resources and the total number of patients.
What is the Paycheck Protection Program?
(Link to A Simple Guide)
The U.S. federal government just passed a big coronavirus relief bill, aimed at supporting small businesses through this difficult time.
One of the measures in the bill is the Paycheck Protection Program—here’s everything you need to know.
Further reading: The Coronavirus Relief Bill—Every Benefit for Small Businesses
Today's Inspiration
March 27, 2020

President's COVID-19 Guidelines
Download Guidelines
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State of North Carolina Executive Order
Stay At Home Order and Strategic Directions for NC in Response to COVIC-19
March 27, 2020
Download the NC State Executive Order
Download the Frequently Asked Questions Related to the Executive Order
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Rutherford County COVID-19 New State At Home Order
March 27, 2019
A new Stay At Home Order has been signed by Rutherford County. The Town of Bostic, the Town of Forest City, the Town of Lake Lure, the Town of Rutherfordton and the Town of Spindale directs residents to stay at home effective at 6:00 am on Saturday, 3/28/2020.
- This Order will be in place for three weeks until 4/17/20 at 6:00 am.
- The Order limits activity, travel, and business functions to only the most basic and essential needs.
- To the extent individuals are using shared or outdoor spaces, they must at all times maintain social distancing of at least six feet from any other person when they are outside their residence.
- This Order was issued in response to the significant and increasing number of suspected cases of community transmission and likely further significant increases in transmission.
- The order defines essential activities as necessary for the health and safety for individuals and their families.
The following are, for the purposes of this Proclamation, all Essential Activities:
1. For health and safety. To engage in activities or perform tasks essential to an individual's health and safety to self, family, household, partners, or pets.
2. For necessary supplies and services. To obtain for themselves and their family or household members (or to deliver to others) necessary supplies such as groceries and food, household consumer products, items needed to work from home, and products needed to maitain the safety, sanitation, and essential operation of residences.
3. For outdoor activity. Provided compliance with Social Distancing Requirements, including walking, hiking, golfing, cycling, boating, fishing, hunting, or running.
4. To take care of others. To care for a family member, friend, or pets in another household, and to transport them for purposes allowed in this proclamation.
5. For certain types of work. For work at Essential Businesses or Essential Goverment Services, or performing Minimum Basic Operations.
Download Rutherford County Stay at Home Order & Frequently Asked Questions
COVID-19 Information Resource Guide
Download the COVID-19 Resource Guides
Location |
Lake Lure |
Rutherford County |
North Carolina |
CDC |
Resource |
Needs Assessment Officer |
Health Screenings |
COVID-19 Call Center |
COVID-19 Guidelines |
Phone Number |
(828)625-9983x103 |
(828) 289-1185 |
2-1-1 |
(800) CDC INFO (800) 232-4636 |
Website |
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For questions or suggestions please write to Communications@townoflake.com |
COVID-19 Physical Resource Guide
For Emergencies Call 9-1-1 | ||||
Location |
Blue Ridge Health Clinic |
Lake Lure Ingles |
Lake Lure Pharmacy |
Hickory Nut Gorge Outreach |
Resource |
Medical and Behavioral Health Care |
Groceries |
Medications |
Food Pantry |
Phone Number |
(828) 625-4400 |
(828) 289-1185 |
(828) 625-0748 |
(828) 625-4683 |
Website |
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Notes |
Hours of Operation: Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm New patients may be enrolled via telephone. |
Hours of Operation: 7AM – 9PM Beginning 3/24/20 7-8am Tues & Wed Senior Shoppers or those with compromised Immune Systems |
Drive through Pharmacy is available Mon-Fri 9AM-9PM Sat & Sun 9AM-6PM |
Hours of Operation: Monday, Thursday 10am – 4pm |
Rutherford County COVID-19 Informational Updates
Message from the Mayor
March 20, 2020
Greetings from the Town of Lake Lure,
We are here to serve you during this challenging time. Your Town Council and Staff want to ensure
your critical needs are met and we are here to support you as needed.
We are providing daily updates on our Town Website at www.townoflakelure.com. Please see the link for “Town News” on the Homepage for information on prevention, resources, and the latest Center for Disease Control and Prevention updates related to COVID-19.
If you did not receive our electronic notification on 3/17/20, the Town of Lake Lure designated an Emergency Period from March 18, 2020 – May 15, 2020. We want to ensure you have the latest information and contacts to call in case you need assistance.
- 911: If you need emergency assistance, please call 9-1-1.
- COVID-19 Screening: If you need COVID-19 Health Screening call Rutherford County, NC Medical Screening Hotline at (828) 289-1185.
- If you need resources or information in COVID-19, please call 2-1-1 or 888-892-1162.
- NC 2-1-1- is staffed by United Way of North Carolina and this is a resource for people to call for assistance related to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
- North Carolinians can text COVIDNC to 898211 to receive general information and updates about COVID-19. You may sign up now to get regular alerts on the rapidly evolving situation and North Carolina’s response.
- NC 2-1-1 can refer callers to the organizations in their local community best equipped to address their specific health and human services needs including food, shelter, energy assistance, housing, parenting resources, health care, employment, substance abuse treatment, as well as specific resources for older adults and for persons with disabilities.
- Simply dial 2-1-1 or TTY 888-892-1162 for assistance.
- Emergency Notification System: We also want to take this opportunity to ensure you are registered for Everbridge, the Town’s Mass Emergency Notification System. To register for Everbridge you may visit the Town Website at www.townoflakelure.com. and look for the link for Everbridge on the left hand side of the page. You may call 828-625-9983 ext. 103 and our staff will assist with your registration.
- Needs Assessment Officer: If you have further questions or need additional support during this Emergency Period, please contact Laura Krejci our Needs Assessment Officer at 828-625-9983, ext. 103.
Thank you for your cooperation during this challenging time. It is important that we stay united as a community to take the necessary precautions to assist in controlling the spread of COVID-19. Please take this opportunity to support each other and to staying in touch with friends and neighbors.
Carol Pritchett
Mayor, Town of Lake Lure
NC 2-1-1 to Provide Assistance for COVID-19
Governor Roy Cooper announced NC 2-1-1 by United Way of North Carolina as a resource for people to call for assistance related to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
North Carolinians can text COVIDNC to 898211 to receive general information and updates about COVID-19. Sign up now to get regular alerts on the rapidly evolving situation and North Carolina’s response.
NC 2-1-1 can refer callers to the organizations in their local community best equipped to address their specific health and human services needs including food, shelter, energy assistance, housing, parenting resources, health care, employment, substance abuse treatment, as well as specific resources for older adults and for persons with disabilities, and much more. Simply dial 2-1-1 or TTY 888-892-1162 for assistance.
All North Carolinians are encouraged to visit www.ncdhhs.gov/coronavirus for reliable, up-to-date information. Included on this page is helpful information for:
Information that could help everyone includes:
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Latest Updates for NC: COVID-19 case count, weekly updates, list of websites and social media to find reliable COVID-19 information.
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Stigma: What can be done to combat fear and anxiety.
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Community Events: Guidance for community events and mass gatherings.
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Materials and Resources: Materials available for use on social media or for downloading and printing.
Dear North Carolinian:
I am pleased to inform you that the SBA
has approved the request for North Carolina’s disaster declaration.
Eligible applicants may now apply for economic injury disaster loans (EIDLs) as
a result of the ongoing effects of COVID-19.
Please feel free to share this message and/or the information below with friends and colleagues.
Thank you and do feel free to call on the SBA North Carolina District if we can be of service.
Sincerely,
Thomas A. Stith III
District Director
SBA Assistance Resources in light of COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in modified and additional SBA resources to
help our small businesses, small aquacultural businesses, small agricultural
cooperatives and/or most private nonprofit organizations.
Important Town Updates
March 17, 2020
Emergency Period March 18, 2020 – May 15, 2020
Limited Access to Town Hall - Effective 3/18/20: Town leadership encourages customers to conduct Town business via telephone or mail as much as possible. Customers should pay by mail or by phone using credit cards, rather than coming into Town Hall. (A 3% fee applies to credit card payments.) However walk-up windows will be available to accommodate customers during regular business hours Monday-Friday, if needed.
Utility Payments: The Town will NOT turn off utilities for missed payments during the emergency period, March 18, 2020 – May 15, 2020. The Town will give customers another 30 days beyond the Emergency Period until June 15, 2020 to work out a payment plan and/or pay their bills in full. This should ensure no interruption of service.
Boat Permits: The Town will cease enforcement relative to current/existing boat permits until June 15, 2020. However, everyone must secure new boat permits by June 15, 2020. All other regulations still apply.
Burn Permits: Burn Permits will not be issued during the Emergency Period.
Limited In-Person Meetings - Effective 3/18/20:
· All Town Board and Committee meetings other than those held by Town Council are suspended until May 15, 2020.
· The Town will be limiting Town Council meetings to ten or fewer face-to-face participants which will include Town Council and Town Staff. This is in keeping with best practices for social distancing as recommended by the latest National Guidelines.
· The Town will Live Stream Town Council Meetings to allow virtual participation in meetings as much as possible.
· See Live Streaming to view the meeting. this link is available from the Town of Lake Lure Website Homepage at www.townoflakelure.com
Town Hall and Facilities:Lake Lure Town Hall, Police Department, Fire Department, the Lake Operations building, and Public Works facility (including offices and garages) will be closed for any meetings or gatherings other than official Town business.
Restaurants and Bars: In accordance with the Governor of the State of North Carolina’s executive order effective at 5:00 pm on 3/17/20, all restaurants and bars will be closed to dine-in customers in an effort to fight the coronavirus outbreak. Restaurants and bars may still provide take-out and delivery operations, but cannot have customers in the dining room.
Download the Town of Lake Lure Emergency Period Press Release
Prevention is Key!
The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Follow CDC’s recommendations for using a facemask.
- CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
- Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
- If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.
For information about handwashing, see CDC’s Handwashing website
For information specific to healthcare, see CDC’s Hand Hygiene in Healthcare Settings
These are everyday habits that can help prevent the spread of several viruses. CDC does have specific guidance for travelers.
Local Resources
- Local Provider: If you need to be seen, you may contact Blue Ridge Health
Address: 146 Nesbitt Ridge, off Highway 9, near Ingles in Lake Lure.
Hours of Operation: They are open Monday – Friday from 8:00am – 5:00pm.
Appointments: While appointments are encouraged, walk-ins are welcome.
Contact Number: For more information or to make an appointment, call 828.625.4400.
- County Health Department: If you have specific questions regarding COVID 19 you may contact the Rutherford County Health Department at 828-287-6100.
- North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services: You may also be interested in reviewing the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Response in North Carolina
- NC COVID 19 Call Center: 866-462-3821
Center for Disease Control (CDC) Recommendations
Everyone can do their part to help us respond to this emerging public health threat:

- Individuals and communities should familiarize themselves with recommendations to protect themselves and their communities from getting and spreading respiratory illnesses like COVID-19.
- Older people and people with severe chronic conditions should take special precautions because they are at higher risk of developing serious COVID-19 illness.
- If you are a healthcare provider, be on the look-out for:
- People who recently traveled from China or another affected area and who have symptoms associated with COVID-19, and
- People who have been in close contact with someone with COVID-19 or patients with pneumonia of unknown cause. (Consult the most recent definition for patients under investigation [PUIs].)
- If you are a healthcare provider or a public health responder caring for a COVID-19 patient, please take care of yourself and follow recommended infection control procedures.
- If you are a close contact of someone with COVID-19 and develop symptoms of COVID-19, call your healthcare provider and tell them about your symptoms and your exposure. They will decide whether you need to be tested, but keep in mind that there is no treatment for COVID-19 and people who are mildly ill are able to isolate at home.
- If you are a resident in a community where there is ongoing spread of COVID-19 and you develop COVID-19 symptoms, call your healthcare provider and tell them about your symptoms. They will decide whether you need to be tested, but keep in mind that there is no treatment for COVID-19 and people who are mildly ill are able to isolate at home.
For additional information please visit CDC.gov
Bear Alarm Clocks Are Going Off
Bears’ internal alarm clocks start ringing in March, with many adult male bears emerging from their dens sometime this month. Next to wake up will be juveniles of both sexes, then female bears with yearlings and solitary females. Mother bears with newborn cubs are the last to poke their noses out into the world. After not eating or drinking for several months, it’s time for water, stretching and wandering around. Soon after getting their bearings, bears start looking for food.
Now is the time to double-check your to-do list and make sure there’s nothing that will attract bears to your home or property. A few hours of prevention now can save you a lot of time and trouble later.
Employment Opportunities
Development and Environmental Review Specialist: The Town of Lake Lure is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time Development and Environmental Review Specialist. Candidate will perform professional, administrative and enforcement type work requiring extensive public contact reviewing applications for land development, codes, environmental regulations, and nuisance abatement. Please see Employment Opportunities for additional information.
Firefighter: The Town of Lake Lure is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time firefighter at the Lake Lure Fire Department. Please see Employment Opportunities for additional information.

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The Town of Lake Lure has implemented Everbridge, a new Mass Notification service that allows the Town of Lake Lure to alert you when necessary. This is the notification system utilized by Rutherford County and it will replace the Code Red System that is currently in place. You may opt-in to enter your contact information and subscribe based on your location. The information you provide is protected and will not be used for any other purpose.
How It Works
When the Town of Lake Lure issues a notification about a potential safety hazard or concern, you will receive a message on the voice or text communication methods that you have registered. If requested for the notification, you can confirm that you have received the message and you will not be contacted by any subsequent methods regarding that particular notification. If you do not confirm, the system will continue to attempt to reach you at all of the contact paths that you have registered.
Sign up for Notifications
Please click here to create an account and add your contact and location information into the Mass Notification system. All information you provide will be kept strictly confidential. Be sure to select the "Emergent/Pertinent Information" when setting up your Alert Subscriptions.
Stop Receiving Notifications
You can stop receiving at any time by removing your contact information from your profile.
You can stop receiving at any time by removing your contact information from your profile.
LAKE LURE DAM UPDATES
Please click here for a summary of the dam’s history, present day realities, and findings of the exhaustive analysis that has been recently conducted.
This report also includes the next steps Town Council is taking to ensure the dam meets current day standards.
Regular updates are provided in Town Council Meetings.
LAKE LURE DAM BRIDGE
The Lake Lure Dam Bridge is owned by the NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT). The Town of Lake Lure requested a copy of the latest safety inspection report from NCDOT.
Please click here to read this report.
Town leaders are working to ensure a coordinated effort is made as NCDOT considers future options for renovating/replacing the bridge.