Gov. Kemp focused on keeping Georgians Safe

Gyms, barbers, nail care artists, and massage therapists can reopen their doors on Friday, April 24, 2020.  Georgia Governor Brian Kemp made the announcement Monday afternoon. He also said that subject to specific social distancing and sanitation mandates, theaters, private social clubs, and restaurant dine-in services will be allowed to reopen on Monday, April 27.  However, bars, nightclubs, amusement parks, and live performance venues are to remain closed. Nonetheless, Gov. Kemp remains focused on keeping Georgians safe during the global health pandemic. “While I am encouraged by the data, proud of what we have accomplished, and confident of our plan moving forward, I know that the journey ahead is long. We must remain laser-focused on defeating this virus and keeping Georgians safe. We must find ways to revitalize communities devastated by COVID-19. We must identify opportunities for economic growth and prosperity.  We will have tough conversations about the budget, state spending, and our priorities and values as a state. Those conversations are underway, and here’s what I know: if we remain united just as we have in this fight against COVID-19, we can overcome the challenges and obstacles ahead. But if we allow politics, partisanship, elections, and egos to divide us during this important inflection point, our entire state will suffer. So, as we begin this process – this measured, deliberate step forward – let’s reaffirm our commitment to each other, to the greater good, and to Georgia’s future.  I am confident that together, we will emerge victorious from this war. With your help and God’s grace, we will build a safer, stronger, and more prosperous state for our families and generations to come. Thank you, and God Bless.”  The reopening of businesses in Georgia comes on the heels of the White House issuing guidelines for states to begin to safely reopen the nation’s economy last week.