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Reopening a Small Corner of the U.S. in Shadow of Virus Deaths

With trepidation, GOP stronghold supports governor’s aggressive push

“This Is Only An Intermission, The Show Will Go On,” reads the marquee outside the Grand Theatre in downtown Cartersville, on April 22.

“This Is Only An Intermission, The Show Will Go On,” reads the marquee outside the Grand Theatre in downtown Cartersville, on April 22.

Photographer: Dustin Chambers/Bloomberg

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The owner and manager of a Bodyplex fitness center in Cartersville, Georgia, were convinced Friday was too soon to open their doors. By early afternoon, they were surprised how many customers disagreed.