The North Judson-San Pierre School Board will take comments tonight on an updated continuous learning plan. As of last month, Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin was planning to drop the virtual learning option.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Extends Visiting Hours, Continues Easing Restrictions
Pulaski Memorial Hospital continues to ease its visitor restrictions. Those under 18 may once again visit patients, as long as they’re with an adult.
Continue readingFrancesville, Grovertown, Medaryville Seeing Lowest COVID-19 Vaccination Rates Locally
Another seven COVID-19 cases were reported in Marshall County Friday. Pulaski County had another three, according to the Indiana Department of Health. The state as a whole is reporting its highest seven-day positivity rate since late May.
Continue readingMore COVID-19 Relief Available for Pulaski County Nonprofits through White County United Way
Pulaski County nonprofits that provide human and social services have another chance to apply for funding help. The White County United Way says it’s gotten another COVID-19 Economic Relief Initiative grant for almost $205,000 to distribute to organizations in White, Jasper, and Pulaski counties.
Continue readingAnother COVID-19 Case Reported in Marshall County
Only one new COVID-19 case was reported in the local area Thursday. A Marshall County resident has tested positive, according to the Indiana Department of Health dashboard. The state as a whole continues to see increases in the number of new cases and the positivity rate.
Continue readingEastern Pulaski Schools Urging Students to Follow CDC Recommendations for Face Masks
Eastern Pulaski students will not be required to wear masks when they return school next month, but Superintendent Dara Chezem says it’s okay if they do.
Continue readingLocal Counties Still in Blue on COVID-19 Map but Spread Still Increasing throughout State
Community spread of COVID-19 is ticking back up across the state but remains low in the local area. Marshall, Starke, and Pulaski counties are still in the blue category on this week’s county metrics map.
Continue readingThree New COVID-19 Cases Reported in Starke County
More COVID-19 cases have been reported locally. Marshall County had four new cases, while Starke County had three, according to Tuesday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health.
Continue readingFew Local COVID-19 Cases Reported as State Health Commissioner Touts Vaccines’ Effectiveness
Just a few new COVID-19 cases were reported over the weekend. Pulaski County had two, and Marshall County had one, according to Monday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. No new COVID-19 deaths were reported in Indiana over the weekend.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Disappointed with COVID-19 Vaccination Rate
Indiana’s state health commissioner says she’s disappointed by the state’s COVID-19 vaccination rate. Less than half of all eligible Hoosiers are fully vaccinated, with local rates even lower.
Continue readingState Health Officials Monitoring COVID-19 Outbreaks in Four Long-Term Care Facilities
COVID-19 outbreaks have hit four Indiana long-term care facilities. They’re located in Fulton, Howard, Allen, and Gibson counties, according to State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Preparing for Surge in Delta Variant while Local COVID Cases Remain Low
COVID-19 cases remain low in the local area, but state health officials are keeping an eye on slight upticks in Indiana’s positivity rate and hospitalizations. Marshall County had two new cases in Friday’s report from the Indiana Department of Health, while Pulaski County had one.
Continue readingMobile Vaccination Unit to Visit Northern Indiana Power from the Past Next Week
Those attending the Northern Indiana Power from the Past show next week will be able to get a COVID-19 vaccine. The Indiana Department of Health mobile vaccination unit will be at the Winamac Town Park July 15 and 16 from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Continue readingLocal Counties Remain in Blue on State’s COVID-19 Map, As Number of Yellow Counties Increases
Marshall, Starke, and Pulaski counties continue to see a low level of COVID-19 spread. All three counties remain in the blue on the Indiana Department of Health’s county metrics map.
Continue readingPulaski Commissioners to Get Updates on READI Program, Courthouse and Justice Center Projects
The Pulaski County Commissioners will get an update on the state’s READI program tonight. Regions made up of counties, cities, and towns can apply for up to $50 million to invest in quality of place and talent attraction.
Continue readingKnox Fun Day in the Park this Weekend
A parade, farmers market, high school reunion, and of course, fireworks are just a few of the events the City of Knox has planned for the holiday weekend. Mayor Dennis Estok tells WKVI’s Charlie Adams that it was hard getting back in the rhythm after a year off due to COVID, but a record number of volunteers have stepped up to help.
Continue readingOregon-Davis to Require Doctor’s Note for Virtual Learning Option
Oregon-Davis students who want to learn virtually will now need a doctor’s note. The reopening plan for the 2021-2022 school year was approved by the school board Monday, according to Superintendent Bill Bennett.
Continue readingPublic Health Emergency Extended to July 31
Indiana’s public health emergency has been extended through the end of July. Governor Eric Holcomb extended his emergency declaration for a 16th time in an executive order Wednesday. That will bring the public health emergency to almost 17 months.
Continue readingSix More COVID-19 Cases Reported in Marshall County
Another six COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall County, according to Friday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health.
Continue readingMarshall, Starke, Pulaski Counties Remain in Blue on Indiana’s COVID-19 Map
Marshall, Starke, and Pulaski counties remain in the blue on the Indiana Department of Health’s County Metrics Map this week. That means there’s a low level of COVID-19 spread. But Fulton and White counties are among the seven coded yellow, the next level up. No counties are in the high-spread orange or red categories.
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