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The state's updated guidance for back-to-school has several school districts in the region changing their COVID-19 protocols.
The extension comes as new COVID-19 cases rise in Alabama.
State officials caution the downward trend in coronavirus infections might reverse itself if the mask order is lifted.
Face masks will be required in schools and colleges for anyone in second grade and above. The requirement, along with the statewide mask ordinance and Safer at Home order, are now set to expire August 31 at 5 p.m.