State Launches Indiana Hospitality & Entertainment Grant

A new source of COVID-19 relief is now available for Indiana hotels and entertainment venues. The Indiana Hospitality & Entertainment Grant program lets qualifying businesses apply for up to a total of $1 million to reimburse expenses from March 1, 2020 to December 31, 2021. Those eligible to apply include hotels, motels, movie theaters, theater companies, and event promoters.

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Governor, State Health Commissioner Reflect on COVID-19 Response

Gov. Holcomb and State Health Commissioner Dr. Box discuss the challenges of the past year and their hopes for the future during a press conference on Mar. 31.

Leading Indiana through one of the most challenging years in recent history has brought opportunities for inspiration for Governor Eric Holcomb. During last week’s COVID-19 press conference, Holcomb said he doesn’t let the challenge anchor him to a place of despair.

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COVID-19 Variants Picking Up Steam, According to State Health Commissioner

Indiana’s state health commissioner is warning Hoosiers not to behave as if the pandemic is over. “We have said before that we are in a race between the vaccine and the variants. Unfortunately, right now, the variants are picking up steam,” Dr. Kris Box said during Wednesday’s press conference. “Indiana has now reported 137 cases of the U.K. B.1.1.7 variant.”

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State Health Commissioner Urges Hoosiers to Continue Precautions during Spring Break Travel

State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box demonstrates how to put on a face mask during a COVID-19 briefing in 2020.

Indiana’s state health commissioner is urging Hoosiers not to let their guards down when traveling for spring break. Dr. Kris Box says it’s important to wear a mask and take the same precautions you do at home, when you go out of state.

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Hoosiers May Have to Wait Longer for Vaccine Appointments As Eligibility Expands

Indiana plans to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to anyone 16 and older next Wednesday, but it might take a while before they actually get the vaccine. The increase in eligible Hoosiers will likely exceed the increase in available doses next week, but State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box says she expects the state to have enough vaccine for everyone who wants it by May.

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FSSA Working to Vaccinate Homeless Hoosiers, Those with Developmental Disabilities

FSSA Sec. Dr. Jennifer Sullivan takes part in a COVID-19 press conference on Mar. 24.

Efforts are underway to make sure Hoosiers experiencing homelessness aren’t left out of the vaccine distribution. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Secretary Dr. Jennifer Sullivan says the state has been connecting shelters with local health departments, hospitals, and health centers.

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