Petersburg Pilot -

There was a time when masks were associated with Halloween, horror movies, dances, and merrymaking. In today's current environment they've been elevated to a new status; as a way to protect and stop the spread of COVID-19. In Petersburg specifically the making of masks has become a cottage industry, helping to encourage good mental health and as a way to reach out and help others, while practicing social distancing.

Back in mid-March Erica Kludt-Painter, School Superintendent and Heather Conn, Elementary School Principal approached Kelly Peterson to reach out to some local quilters/sewers...