GRANT COUNTY - The Grant County Health District is reporting the 9th COVID-19 associated death in a Grant County resident.

The resident was a male in his 60s from Ephrata. The resident had underlying conditions that put him at a higher risk for severe complications of COVID-19. This death brings the total Grant County COVID-19-related deaths to nine (9).

Grant County Health District is saddened by the loss of another community member. Our hearts are with his family and friends. On behalf of our staff, Grant County Health Officer, and Board of Health, we are so sorry for your loss.