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 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 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.
Continue readingMore Than 80 Westville Correctional Facility Inmates Test Positive for COVID-19
More than 80 offenders at the Westville Correctional Facility have now tested positive for COVID-19. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box shared the statistics during Thursday’s COVID-19 briefing.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb: Protecting Lives, Economy ‘Not an Either/Or Choice’
Indiana does not have to choose between protecting the lives of Hoosiers and protecting the state’s economy, according to Governor Eric Holcomb.
Continue readingExecutive Order Makes It Easier for Pharmacy Students to Start Working during COVID-19 Pandemic
Indiana is taking steps to put new pharmacists to work during the COVID-19 public health emergency. An executive order from Governor Eric Holcomb Wednesday lets pharmacy students who’ve completed their required coursework apply for a temporary license without the need for certain exams and a background check.
Continue readingMore Hoosiers Dying at Home as COVID-19 Concerns Reduce Hospital Visits
The spread of COVID-19 has coincided with an increase in people dying at home from apparently unrelated causes. During state officials’ COVID-19 briefing Wednesday, State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said that Hoosiers seem to be more careful about going to the hospital.
Continue readingSen. Young: Federal COVID-19 Money Heading to Indiana Residents, Businesses
Federal help is starting to make its way to Indiana residents and businesses. U.S. Senator Todd Young gave an update on the CARES Act during state officials’ COVID-19 press conference Tuesday.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Allows Long-Term Care Facilities to Relocate Residents to Slow Spread of COVID-19
Long-term care facilities may now move or discharge residents to try to stop the spread of COVID-19. An order issued Tuesday by State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box allows residents to be moved within or between facilities, including to places in other cities or counties.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Updates Guidelines for Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Sites
The Indiana State Department of Health is expanding the list of who can get tested for COVID-19 at its four drive-through clinics. Up until now, it was limited to health care professionals, first responders, and other essential workers showing symptoms of COVID-19.
Continue readingWestville Correctional Facility Inmate Dies of COVID-19
An inmate at the Westville Correctional Facility has died from COVID-19. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box announced the death during state officials’ COVID-19 briefing Tuesday.
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