The number of new COVID-19 cases remains low, while the number of residents vaccinated continues to increase. Friday’s report from the Indiana Department of Health showed three new cases in Marshall County, one new case in Starke County, and one new case in Pulaski County.
Continue readingWinter Weather Impacting COVID-19 Vaccine Shipments, Vaccination Appointments
This week’s winter weather has prompted Indiana to wait until at least next week to expand COVID-19 vaccine eligibility. During Wednesday’s press conference, Indiana Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lindsay Weaver said that more than 43,000 appointments have been impacted by the winter storm.
Continue readingHealth Officials Hope Johnson & Johnson Vaccine Will Help Ease Distribution Process
State health officials are hopeful about the opportunities that could come with a new COVID-19 vaccine. Indiana Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lindsay Weaver says Johnson & Johnson has applied for an emergency use authorization from the FDA.
Continue readingIndiana in a Race against More Infectious COVID-19 Variants, Says Health Commissioner
While Indiana’s COVID-19 numbers appear to be trending in the right direction, health officials are concerned that more infectious variants are on their way.
Continue readingHealth Officials Outline Who’s Next in Line for COVID-19 Vaccine
State health officials are outlining who’s next in line for the COVID-19 vaccine, and teachers are still not on the list. Indiana Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Lindsay Weaver announced Wednesday that Indiana will stick with its age-based approach, while also incorporating those with certain health conditions.
Continue readingMarshall County Reports 100th COVID-19 Death
Marshall County has reported its 100th COVID-19 death. The death occurred February 1, according to Tuesday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Starke County’s COVID-19 death toll remains at 50, while Pulaski County’s stands at 40.
Continue readingStarke and Pulaski Counties’ New COVID-19 Cases Remain in Single Digits
More COVID-19 cases were reported in Marshall, Starke, and Pulaski counties Sunday. The Indiana Department of Health’s update showed 23 new cases in Marshall County, two in Starke County, and three in Pulaski County.
Continue readingAnother Nine COVID-19 Cases Reported in Pulaski County
The local area continues to report more COVID-19 cases. Another 19 cases were reported in Marshall County, according to Saturday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Pulaski County had nine new cases, its largest single-day increase in almost a month. Starke County reported just one new case.
Continue readingNew COVID-19 Cases Remain in Single Digits in Starke, Pulaski Counties
Another 23 COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall County. That’s according to Friday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Starke County had five new cases, while Pulaski County had four.
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 readingPulaski County Surpasses 1,000 COVID-19 Cases
Pulaski County has surpassed 1,000 COVID-19 cases. The county commissioners got an update Monday from Incident Management Team member Nathan Origer.
Continue readingIndiana Department of Health Expands Vaccine Eligibility to Anyone 65 and Older
Indiana has expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine. Any Hoosier age 65 and older can now sign up to get the shot, according to the Indiana Department of Health. Those eligible can register at ourshot.in.gov or by calling 211.
Continue readingNational Guard to Leave Long-Term Care Facilities Once Residents Are Fully Vaccinated
The Indiana National Guard will begin pulling out of long-term care facilities this weekend. Family and Social Services Administration Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Rusyniak announced a withdrawal strategy during Wednesday’s COVID-19 press conference.
Continue readingRetail Chains to Offer COVID-19 Vaccine
More vaccine is becoming available in more places, but Indiana is sticking with its age-based approach to eligibility.
Continue readingAlmost 99,000 Hoosiers Now Fully Vaccinated Against COVID-19
A few more COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall, Starke, and Pulaski counties. Marshall County had another 14 cases, according to Sunday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health, bringing the total to 5,053.
Continue readingMore Marshall, Starke, Pulaski County Residents Test Positive for COVID-19
More COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall, Starke, and Pulaski counties. Marshall County had 14 new cases, according to Saturday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Starke County had eight, while Pulaski County had three.
Continue readingNew COVID-19 Cases Reported in Marshall, Starke, Pulaski Counties, Positivity Rates Remain Lower
Another 28 COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall County. That’s according to Friday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Pulaski County reported seven new cases, while Starke County had four.
Continue readingMarshall County’s COVID-19 Case Count Approaching 5,000, Vaccination Continues
Another 21 COVID-19 cases have been reported in Marshall County. That brings the county’s total to almost 5,000 since the pandemic began, according to Thursday’s update from the Indiana Department of Health. Starke County had another six cases, while Pulaski County had another five. No new deaths were reported locally.
Continue readingPulaski County Eases COVID-19 Restrictions on Bars, Restaurants
The Pulaski County Health Department is easing its restrictions on bars and restaurants. Retail food establishments may now serve 50 customers at a time, up from 25, according to a Facebook post from the county’s Incident Management Team. The 10:00 p.m. curfew has also been lifted.
Continue readingOver 250,000 Senior Hoosiers Scheduled Appointments for First COVID-19 Vaccine
Over 250,000 Hoosiers who are over the age of 70 have scheduled an appointment to receive the first dose of COVID-19 vaccine, as of noon Thursday.
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