Marshall County’s postmasters are assuring residents that they’re committed to delivering mail and packages throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Continue readingMarshall County Postmasters Working to Deliver Mail Safely during COVID-19 Pandemic
Bremen Town Council Authorizes Bid Process for Utility Project
The Bremen Town Council members considered a decision to move forward with a utility project tentatively planned for this summer.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Discusses Sidewalk Program, Other Events
Another Marshall County Resident Tests Positive for COVID-19, Statewide Total Surpasses 11,000
Another Marshall County resident has tested positive for COVID-19. The county has now seen 23 positive cases out of 280 total tests, according to Sunday’s report from the Indiana State Department of Health.
Continue readingMore than 500 Additional COVID-19 Cases, 26 Additional Deaths Reported in Indiana
The Indiana State Department of Health is reporting another 529 positive cases of COVID-19 and another 26 deaths. As of Saturday’s report, 10,641 Hoosiers have tested positive, and 545 had died.
Continue readingCulver Extends Health Declaration, Agrees to Additional Help for Businesses
The Culver Town Council members made the decision to extend the town’s Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration Tuesday night.
Continue readingTriton School Board Expresses Appreciation toward Food Service Department
The Triton School Board members expressed their appreciation this week for the Triton Food Service Department employees who are contributing to the nutrition of students during this health pandemic.
Continue readingIndiana FAFSA Deadline Extended
Students who missed Indiana’s FAFSA filing deadline this week have another chance to qualify for the 21st Century Scholarship and the Frank O’Bannon Grant. The Indiana Commission for Higher Education has extended the deadline to turn in the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the 2020-2021 school year.
Continue readingResidents Urged to Seek Medical Attention for Non-COVID Health Emergencies
Local health officials don’t want fears of COVID-19 to stop residents from seeking potentially lifesaving medical attention for other health issues. The Marshall County Health Department says individuals need to continue using hospitals’ emergency departments for emergency medical issues.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Shares COVID-19 Hospitalization, Recovery Statistics
More information about what happens to people once they’re diagnosed with COVID-19 is being shared by the Indiana State Department of Health. During Friday’s COVID-19 briefing, State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said that officials were able to analyze almost 8,000 of the state’s COVID-19 cases.
Continue readingMarshall County Commissioners Extend Public Health Emergency Declaration to Apr. 24
Marshall County’s public health disaster emergency declaration has once again been extended. A resolution signed by the county commissioners Friday keeps the emergency declaration in effect until April 24. It’s been in effect since March 20.
Continue readingGovernor to Extend Stay-At-Home Order to May 1
Indiana’s stay-at-home order will be extended to May 1, but it still remains to be seen what adjustments may be made. During state officials’ COVID-19 briefing Friday, Governor Eric Holcomb said he plans to officially issue the extension on Monday.
Continue readingRep. Walorski Hopeful That Paycheck Protection Program Funding Will Be Replenished Soon
U.S. Representative Jackie Walorski is confident that more federal funding will be available to help small businesses but blames political disagreements for delays. The Paycheck Protection Program provides forgivable loans to businesses and nonprofit groups, but it’s used up its initial funding.
Continue readingStarke County Reports 11th Case of COVID-19
The number of Starke County residents who’ve tested positive for COVID-19 is now up to 11. Another positive case was reported by the Starke County Health Department Friday.
Continue readingNumber of COVID-19 Cases in Indiana Surpasses 10,000 with More than 500 Deaths
The number of Hoosiers who’ve been diagnosed with COVID-19 has now surpassed 10,000. Another 642 positive test results had made their way to the Indiana State Department of Health, as of Friday’s report. So far, 519 Indiana residents have died from the coronavirus.
Continue readingMarshall County Council Reviews Additional Appropriation Requests from Sheriff
The Marshall County Council members looked at several additional appropriation requests Monday morning.
Continue readingBourbon Town Council to Move Forward with Water Meter Purchase
The Bourbon Town Council members will be moving forward with the purchase of water meters.
Continue readingHolcomb Joins with Six Other Midwestern Governors in Partnership to Reopen Economy
When the time comes to reopen Indiana’s economy, it will do so in cooperation with six other Midwestern states. Governor Eric Holcomb and the governors of Michigan, Illinois, Kentucky, Ohio, Wisconsin, and Minnesota have announced a partnership to coordinate the reopening.
Continue readingIndependent Contractors May Be Able to Start Applying for Unemployment Next Friday
Independent contractors and those who are self-employed may be able to start applying for unemployment benefits as soon as next Friday.
Continue readingIn-Person Voting to Be Offered for June Primary but Hoosiers Encouraged to Vote by Mail
In-person voting will be available for the June 2 primary election, but the opportunity to vote early in-person will be cut back to just a few days. During a press conference Thursday, Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson announced that early voting will only take place from May 26 to June 1, ahead of Election Day voting on June 2.
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