North Carolina reported 10,398 new coronavirus cases on Thursday, shattering the single-day record for new cases as the state continues to see a significant spread of the virus. In addition, the state reported 137 new deaths associated with the virus on Thursday— bringing the total number of residents who have died from COVID-19 to 7,213. The new single-day record comes as the state is currently distributing the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines. The state confirmed on Thursday it has begun Phase 1B of the vaccine distribution, which allows for 75-year-old residents and older to receive the vaccine without chronic condition requirements. Phase 1A of distribution prioritized healthcare workers on the frontlines of the pandemic. "These numbers paint a dark picture — COVID-19 is spreading rapidly across our state," said Governor Roy Cooper on Twitter. "We're at a critical point in our fight against this virus and all need to take responsibility for our own actions." #covid19 #stayh...