CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Montgomery County Mayor Jim Durrett has tested positive for COVID-19.
On Monday Mayor Durrett released the following statement, saying he is feeling well.
“I tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, October 11 and will continue to quarantine at home for the required amount of time. All contact tracing protocol has been followed. I am feeling well and continue to encourage the residents of Montgomery County to practice CDC guidelines and precautions such as wearing a mask, social distancing and repeatedly washing your hands. All regularly scheduled meetings, including tonight’s formal commission meeting, will be conducted electronically at this time. Thank you for your prayers and concern.”
Durrett made his announcement the same day Manchester Mayor Lonnie Norman died after contracting the virus.
