Public Information Related to Community Planning & Response to COVID-19
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The governments of Blount County have compiled some important contact information on this joint information page. We will continue to provide important links to agencies that maintain the latest information.
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Governor's Orders & Local Gov Releases

30 Days to Slow the Spread
Current Guidance from the White House
​Extended through April 30.

State & Federal Resources & Reports

Current Coronavirus Count - Tennessee

UTK Tennessee Case Tracker

​John Hopkins Coronavirus Resource Center
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​Coronavirus Rumor Control - FEMA
​Get the Facts!

Critical Need for Blood Donations


There is a nationwide critical need for blood donations*
Mobile blood drives are scheduled and available at the Medic Regional Blood Center site or by calling 865-524-3074 for information on their COVID-19 plan and on donating. We need you!

​*Source: CDC.gov

IRS Tax Deadline Extended to July 15

Real ID Deadline to be Extended - Date TBD

Information Links from Trusted Sources


Individual Protection Precautions and Habits

The following practices are recommended by the CDC and health and safety professionals.  
  • Social Distancing - avoid close contact with people who are sick.  
  • Please, stay home when you are sick.  
  • People with health concerns should contact their normal health care providers.  
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue. If one is not available, use your elbow/arm.  
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.  
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before eating, after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, and if your commute includes public transit.  
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if your hands are visibly dirty.  
  • Face masks should only be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. N95 rated face masks are recommended. The purpose of a face mask is to prevent droplets from sneezing and coughing from becoming airborne.  ​

MEDIC Blood Center
Maintaining an adequate blood supply will be critical. Please consider donating.

American Red Cross - Tennessee Region

Ready.Gov
preparedness planning

Community Contact Information (scroll down)

Visit websites (linked below) for specific information regarding each government or entity's response.
Social Services Information (211) - United Way
865-215-4211
Unemployment (COVID-19)
to apply for unemployment

Health-Related Contact Information

Blount County Health Department
​Robert Schmidt, Director
865-983-4582

East Tennessee Regional Health Department
865-546-9221 

The Tennessee Department of Health 
​Information Hotline
open 11 AM to 11 PM eastern daily
1-877-857-2945​

​Blount Memorial Hospital
865-983-7211 

CDC Symptom Checker

If you are concerned about whether you have COVID-19, you should contact your primary care physician. If you are unsure, the CDC has developed this interactive tool to help you determine whether you should seek medical care.

Local Government Contact Info

Blount County Mayor's Office
865-273-5700

City of Alcoa
City Manager's Office: 865-380-4795 
Main Line: 380-4700

City of Maryville City Manager’s office
(865) 273-3401
Email

Agencies and Services


Blount County Public Library
K.C. Williams, Director
865- 983-4582

Maryville-Alcoa Blount County Parks and Recreation
​3/17/20 Update
865-983-9244 
​info@parksrec.com

Blount Partnership information for businesses
865-983-2241

School Systems Contact Information

Maryville College
800-597-2687

​Maryville City Schools 
​COVID-19 Updates Site
Dr. Heather Ledbetter
Coordinated School Health
(865) 982-7121
Sharon Anglim
Maryville City Schools District Communications 
(865) 982-7121
mcs@maryville-schools.org  

​Blount County Schools
David Murrell, Assistant Director, Operations
865-984-1212

​City of Alcoa Schools
Keri Prigmore
865-984-0531

Blount County Utility Providers

Gas
Atmos Energy
Information about bill pay assistance
888-286-6700

Water
City of Alcoa Water
(865) 380-4921

City of Maryville Water & Sewer
(865) 273-3456

Knox Chapman Utility District

​South Blount Utility District
(865) 982-3560​

Tuckaleechee Utility District