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DAYTON—COVID-19 cases have risen sharply over the last couple of weeks in Columbia County. On Tuesday, August 3, there were 27 active cases.

“We have been very fortunate over the past few months,” Columbia County Public Health Administrator Martha Lanman said Friday. “But the cases have risen significantly over the past week here. I want everyone to be aware and cautious.”

Lanman encouraged people to get tested if they feel sick, especially if they are displaying symptoms of COVID-19. Common symptoms include fever and chills, shortness of breath, fatigue, muscle or body aches, loss of taste or...