This week, Kewaunee County saw active COVID-19 cases jump to over 40, a trend that has been on fast forward since Monday, August 31st when 22 instances were reported in a single afternoon. Further examination shows a more nuanced picture. Public Health Director Cindy Kinnard says that as of Friday, there was only one hospitalization. Most cases are mild or asymptomatic and will be rolling off in the coming days. Kinnard says some of that has to do with demographics and who is testing positive. Luck also plays a part.

Cases are related to a growing comfort level among families in getting together. Kinnard says golf outings, holiday barbecues, and weddings are the types of events leading to positive cases. For the first time, transmission is occurring within extended families. Kinnard says community spread remains muted.