Unemployment recipients should start getting their $600 increase in a couple weeks, but independent contractors and gig economy workers will have to wait a bit longer to get any benefits.
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Indiana’s high obesity rate could increase the likelihood of serious complications from COVID-19. During state officials’ briefing Monday, State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said she’s recommending that those with a high body mass index should be tested if they’re believed to have the disease.
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Indiana is tightening restrictions on retail businesses as part of the extension of the stay-at-home order. Governor Eric Holcomb officially extended his “Hunker Down Hoosiers” policy through April 20 in an executive order Monday.
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The Oregon-Davis School Corporation is sharing its eLearning plans for the rest of the school year. The state is requiring schools to provide instruction by remote learning.
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Pulaski County has shared more details about its first COVID-19 case. In a post on the Pulaski County, Indiana, Government Facebook page, county officials say the person was exposed to the coronavirus out-of-state. The person learned of the exposure potential early on and has been quarantining at home along with family members.
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Updates to the Pulaski County government’s COVID-19 response and the planned courthouse renovation are expected during tonight’s county commissioners meeting.
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After months of delays, a Pulaski County plastics manufacturer finally appears to be ready to ramp up production. Over a year ago, IBC Thermoplastics got tax abatements and a $200,000 loan from the county to start making jerrycans at a facility southwest of Winamac.
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Pulaski County is reporting its first case of COVID-19. The Pulaski County Health Department announced a presumptive positive case of the novel coronavirus Sunday. Health officials say the patient is self-isolating at home, and no additional information about the individual will be released due to privacy laws.
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The number of COVID-19 cases in Starke County is now up to four. Another positive case of the coronavirus was confirmed by the Starke County Health Department Sunday.
Continue readingThe number of COVID-19 cases in Marshall County is now up to six. That’s according to Sunday’s update from the Indiana State Department of Health. Twenty-eight Marshall County residents have been tested, so far.
Continue readingStarke County is reporting its third case of COVID-19. It was announced by the Starke County Health Department on Saturday. Health officials say the patient is isolating at home, and efforts are being taken to identify and monitor the person’s contacts. The Health Department will not release any additional information about the patient, due to privacy laws.
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A Knox man has been arrested, following a four-vehicle crash that reportedly killed a Kingsford Heights woman Friday. LaPorte County Sheriff’s deputies say they were called to the 1400 block of east U.S. 6 just before 2:00 p.m.
Continue readingThe number of Hoosiers with COVID-19 is approaching 4,000. As of Saturday morning, 3,953 people have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to the Indiana State Department of Health. 116 people have died, including two in LaPorte County, one in St. Joseph County, and one in Jasper County.
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Constellation of Starke is asking residents if it should redirect its $333,000 to COVID-19 response efforts.
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COVID-19 concerns are taking their toll on people’s mental health. The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration has seen some alarming statistics in recent weeks, according to Secretary Dr. Jennifer Sullivan.
Indiana’s stay-at-home order will be extended for another two weeks. Governor Eric Holcomb says he plans to sign an executive order on Monday.
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Whether or not jail inmates should be released to try to slow the spread of COVID-19 will continue to be a county-level decision. In a joint letter from all three branches of Indiana government Friday, state officials said, “No Indiana-size solution would fit all,” and that any decisions must be made by local judges, sheriffs, and county leaders.
Continue readingThe number of COVID-19 deaths in Indiana has surpassed 100. The Indiana State Department of Health says 102 Hoosiers have died from the coronavirus as of Friday morning. More than 88 percent of those who’ve died were at least 60 years old. Over 59 percent were men.
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More than 152,000 Hoosier households are expected to see their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits increase starting Sunday. The federal Families First Coronavirus Response Act lets states give SNAP recipients the maximum SNAP allotment based on household size, according to the Indiana Family & Social Services Administration.
Continue readingThe Pulaski County Coroner’s Office is preparing for the possibility of COVID-19 deaths. Coroner Jon Frain and County Health Officer Dr. Rex Allman recently issued some guidance for entities that may have to handle the remains of COVID-19 patients.
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