CITY HALL – St. Louis native and actor John Goodman is adding his voice to the city’s call for us all to wear face masks when we might encounter other people nearby. In a video on Twitter, Goodman joins Mayor Lyda Krewson and others including city residents and workers to urge area residents to wear the masks.
Orvin Wooten, a MetroBus operator.Allyson Mace of Sauce magazineAlso in the video is Allyson Mace, publisher and founder of Sauce magazine, as well as Orvin Wooten, a MetroBus driver; Michael Carter, a city worker; and Jasmine Jones, who works for the officer of the city marshal.
City worker Michael CarterJasmine Jones, an employee of the city marshals office.Krewson aired the video Monday, saying: “Wearing a mask or face covering isn’t just about protecting yourself. It’s about being a good neighbor and protecting the people around you, including those on the front lines of #COVID19. I hope you’ll join me in wearing your mask, too!”
The city allowed many businesses to reopen Monday, with restrictions including the wearing of face masks and keeping up social distancing.
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