Free community COVID-19 testing available this week

The next round of COVID-19 community testing is set for this week in Stoddard, Carter and Ripley counties.

Testing in Stoddard County will be from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday at the Lighthouse Church in Dexter.

In Ripley County, testing will be from noon to 7 p.m. Thursday at Riverfront Park in Doniphan.

Testing in Carter County will be from noon to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Van Buren High School.

Any Missourian can get tested for COVID-19 at these community sampling events, according to Stephanie Whitaker, communication specialist for Gov. Michael Parson.

There is no cost to the individual for the test as the CARES Act funding will be used for community sampling.

Register online at: health.mo.gov/communitytest or call 877-435-8411.