Health officials issue guidance for holiday gatherings Web Staff December 20, 2021 1 minute read Officials are not advising against holiday gatherings like in recent years because of COVID-19, but the Virginia department of health is issuing guidance for those gatherings to prevent spreading the COVID-19. WFIR’s Caroline Moore with the story: Share: Post navigation Previous: Gov-elect Youngkin announces selection of Education SecretaryNext: Structure fire in Salem last night at Yokohama Related Stories UW shows off new home at an upcoming open house Denise Membreno April 7, 2026 Lebanese Festival preparing to celebrate 25th anniversary Clark Palmer April 7, 2026 Kaine touts next round of funding for McAfee Knob parking lot improvements Gene Marrano April 6, 2026