A spike in COVID-19 cases in a nearby county is being monitored by state health officials.
Continue readingState Health Officials Monitoring Spike in Cass County COVID Cases
Stimulus Checks May Not Be Seized by Creditors under Indiana Supreme Court Order
Hoosiers’ stimulus payments may not be seized by creditors for past-due bills, under an order from the Indiana Supreme Court Monday. During state officials’ COVID-19 press conference Tuesday, Cynthia Carrasco, deputy general counsel for the governor, explained that Indiana Legal Services and other groups had petitioned the court to protect stimulus checks.
Continue readingUnemployment Rates Steady in Starke, Pulaski Counties But Don’t Reflect COVID-19 Impact
Starke and Pulaski counties’ unemployment rates saw little change in March, but the figures still don’t reflect the impact of COVID-19 and the stay-at-home order.
Continue readingProtesters Calling for State to Reopen Draw Concerns from Governor
Governor Eric Holcomb says he understands people’s impatience for the state to reopen, but protesting in large crowds outside of the governor’s mansion is not the way to make your voice heard. During Monday’s press conference, Holcomb said he respects Hoosiers’ right to express their opinions but felt the weekend’s protest was not a productive way to do that.
Continue readingIDOC Reviewing COVID-19 Testing Figures at Westville Correctional Facility
The Indiana Department of Correction says it’s trying to be as transparent as possible when it comes to the COVID-19 outbreak at the Westville Correctional Facility, but there’s still a lot that remains unknown.
Continue readingGovernor Extends Stay-At-Home Order, Eases Restrictions on Elective Medical Procedures
Indiana’s stay-at-home order is being extended through May 1, but the state is easing its restrictions on elective medical procedures. Governor Eric Holcomb announced the adjustments during Monday’s press conference.
Continue readingPulaski Commissioners to Discuss EMS Collections Suspension, Arens Field Mower Purchase
Pulaski County Emergency Medical Services may temporarily suspend collections due to the COVID-19 pandemic. EMS Director Brandon DeLorenzo is expected to discuss the issue with the county commissioners this morning.
Continue readingAnother 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 readingStarke County Election Board Finalizes Early Voting Schedule
The Starke County Election Board has adjusted its early voting schedule for the June primary, to bring it in line with the condensed schedule set by the state.
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 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.
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