KSDK.com: Health officials fear delta variant could surge in other parts of Missouri within a month

They all believe local health department workers and community representatives are the best avenue for persuading residents to be vaccinated

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. — Three of Missouri’s top health officials said Friday that trusted local leaders and community representatives must be the primary influencers in the state’s efforts to reduce a surge in COVID-19 cases.

During a virtual news conference, Robert Knodell, acting director of the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, said the state continues