A mass vaccination clinic will open for eight weeks April 7 in Gary that is anticipated to assist over 100,000 Hoosiers in getting the COVID-19 vaccine.
Continue readingMass Vaccination Clinic in Gary to open April 7
Governor Holcomb Announces Funding for Trail Developments in Next Level Trails Program
Nearly $30 million was awarded to 18 communities and non-profit organizations in the state Thursday for 70 miles of new trail developments.
Continue readingMarshall County Residents Urged to Follow Governor’s Mask Order
While the county’s mask ordinance was lifted last week, which mainly pertained to fines for violations, health officials with the Marshall County Health Department and the Marshall County Commissioners urge all residents to follow Governor Eric Holcomb’s mask order that was renewed last week throughout the month of March.
Continue readingMarshall County Public Health Emergency Disaster Declaration Allowed to Expire, County Mask Order Lifted
The Marshall County Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration was allowed to expire this week. The Marshall County Commissioners had the weekly declaration in place for several months during the COVID-19 health pandemic. It was last renewed on February 16 and set to expire on February 23. It was not renewed Tuesday, February 23.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Relaxes Restrictions on Truck Drivers Delivering Propane
Governor Holcomb took action Friday to relax restrictions for motor carriers and drivers transporting propane in Indiana due to cold temperatures as he sees an emergency exists.
Continue readingCulver Town Council Supports Letter Opposing Senate Bill 389
Senate Bill 389 repeals the regulated wetlands law which requires a permit from the Department of Environmental Management for wetland activity in a state-regulated wetland, and it has drawn the concern of many residents in Culver, especially since its passage last week in the Senate.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Addresses Lower Number of COVID-19 Tests Done in the State
The number of COVID-19 tests conducted in the state is going down, but Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box says it is what all state Health Departments around Indiana are seeing as of late.
Continue readingState to Change Definition of COVID-19 Close Contacts in Classrooms, Quarantine Time Adjusted
Indiana State Health Commissioner Dr. Kristina Box announced that beginning Monday, February 8, the definition of a COVID-19 close contact in schools will be changed.
Continue readingIndiana State Health Commissioner Gives COVID-19 Vaccination Update
The Indiana Department of Health opened up the COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to residents ages 65-69 this week and over 144,000 people in that age group have scheduled an appointment to get the first dose of the vaccine as of Wednesday.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Extends Executive Order for Another Week
Governor Eric Holcomb extended the most current executive order that outlines COVID-19 guidelines and practices. The governor officially signed the extension on Friday.
Continue readingGovernor, ISP on Alert for Rumored Protests in Indianapolis this Weekend
No credible threats have occurred, but if rumored peaceful protests occur this weekend through next week in Indiana’s capital, Governor Eric Holcomb and Indiana State Police Superintendent Doug Carter say the proper authorities are on alert in the event of an escalation.
Continue readingGovernor to Choose Marshall County Superior Court 3 Judge Soon
The third Marshall County Superior Court will soon have a judge to preside over cases.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Extends Executive Order, Makes Change to Elective Surgery Restriction
Governor Eric Holcomb extended the most current executive order that outlines COVID-19 guidelines and practices.
Continue readingGovernor Extends COVID-19 Public Health Emergency
Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed an executive order Tuesday that extends the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency for another 30 days. This is the ninth Public Health Emergency executive order. Governor Holcomb first declared a public health emergency on March 6.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb, First Lady Test Negative for COVID-19
Governor Holcomb Tests Negative for COVID-19
State to Stay at Stage 5, State Health Commissioner Tests Positive for COVID-19
Governor Eric Holcomb chose Wednesday to allow the state to stay in the fifth stage in his Back on Track plan to reopen the state in the COVID-19 health pandemic.
Continue readingHealth Officials Urge Residents to Mask up, Observe Social Distancing
Local health officials are urging residents to continue to follow the state mask mandate, observe social distancing guidelines and wash hands frequently to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Continue readingCounty Government Officials Opt out of Payroll Tax Deferral
Government officials in Starke, Pulaski and Marshall Counties discussed President Donald Trump’s option of deferring payroll taxes for county employees, but they all decided to opt out of the deferral option.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Signs Executive Order Concerning Child Care Options for Families
Governor Eric Holcomb signed an Executive Order Friday afternoon that increases child care options for families seeking support during virtual school days.
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