Riley County Commissioners decided Monday to opt out of the Governor's face mask mandate for COVID-19 that was issued last week. But it's still considered a good idea to wear a face mask in public.
During a briefing later in the day Riley County Health Director Julie Gibbs did still recommend wearing a mask. "Yeah, absolutely. I know it's been a very confusing time. Executive order was in effect throughout the weekend and now it's not. "Gibbs added the Manhattan City Commission is looking at an ordinance Tuesday evening. "It's a confusing time but I think the recommendations are still there. We still strongly recommend you to wear a mask when you are out and about. "
Gibbs added that the face mask is one more tool that can be used in addition to social distancing and hand hygiene.