Reynolds evaluating new mitigation orders as COVID-19 rises in Iowa

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Iowa Capital Dispatch: Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds said Tuesday she is reexamining the state’s response to COVID-19 in light of the growing positive cases, particularly among young adults. Reynolds said she is analyzing the state’s seven- and 14-day trends with Dr. Caitlin Pedati to decide whether any additional proclamations are needed to mitigate COVID-19. Reynolds said 10 Iowa counties accounted for 65% of recent new cases, including Polk, Johnson, Black Hawk, Scott and Story counties. She said some of the rising numbers can be attributed to counties with college towns where young adults are more likely to congregate.