The newly elected mayor of Tempe has tested positive for COVID-19.
Corey Woods announced his diagnosis on his Facebook page Tuesday. According to his post, Woods suffered mild symptoms and is already feeling better except for not fully regaining his sense of smell.
Woods told The Arizona Republic he has no idea how he got infected. He has worked from home the past four months, limited time out in public and worn a mask.
Woods said he came down with a fever Friday but it lasted for a day. He also had body aches that have since subsided. He was able to obtain a saliva-based COVID-19 test at the ASU Biodesign Institute since he works for the school.
Woods was set to be sworn in on Thursday at an in-person ceremony alongside newly-elected city council members. The ceremony will now be virtual.
Republished with the permission of the Associated Press.
