A newly diagnosed COVID-positive individual from another county recently participated in a group event in Manhattan, according to Riley County health officials. According a Friday release, the unidentified individual played in a pick-up soccer game at K-State’s Memorial Stadium on Sunday, May 31st between 2 and 4 p.m. He developed symptoms Tuesday. Anyone who attended this game is encouraged to monitor their health and watch for symptoms over the next 14 days. If you’re experiencing symptoms, call the Riley County screening line at 785-323-6400. For more information on COVID-19, visit RileyCountyKS.gov/COVID19.
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