In Sunday’s report from the Indiana State Department of Health, it showed another increase in positive COVID-19 cases in Marshall County and Starke County.
Continue readingCOVID-19 Case Numbers Continue Upward Climb in Marshall, Starke Counties
More People Test Positive for COVID-19
North Judson Planning to Apply for COVID-19 Response Grant to Help Small Businesses
The Town of North Judson is trying to bring COVID-19 relief funding to small businesses. The town plans to apply for a $250,000 COVID-19 Response Program grant from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs.
Continue readingCity of LaPorte to Require Face Masks in Stores
The City of LaPorte will require the use of face masks in retail stores starting Sunday. In an executive order issued by Mayor Tom Dermody Friday, customers and employees will be required to use a face covering in enclosed businesses unless they have a medical exemption. However, those at high risk of COVID-19 complications are encouraged to avoid public gatherings as much as possible.
Continue readingState Health Department: Over 700 Additional COVID-19 Cases Reported, One Additional Death in Marshall County
The Indiana State Department of Health reported 748 additional cases of COVID-19 in the state in Friday’s update.
Continue readingStarke, LaPorte County Schools Working to Coordinate COVID-19 Response
Oregon-Davis is joining other Starke and LaPorte County school corporations in sharing more details about its reopening plans. At this point, O-D is still planning on a full return of students and staff on August 6, but that could change depending on the situation at the time.
Continue readingHot Buildings, Longer Processing Times Hinder COVID-19 Testing Efforts
A lack of air conditioning is creating challenges for Indiana’s COVID-19 testing. The state-sponsored sites run by OptumServe were initially set up in National Guard armories. The problem now, according to State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box, is that few if any of those buildings are air conditioned, and there are OSHA guidelines that have to be followed to keep the workers safe.
Continue readingPulaski County EMS to Resume Bill Collections August 1
Those owing money to Pulaski County Emergency Medical Services have a few more weeks before collection efforts resume.
Continue readingStudies Suggest that COVID-19 Immunity May Only Be Temporary
Having COVID-19 may not make you immune to getting it again. During Wednesday’s briefing, State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said that recent studies indicate that COVID-19 is like some other coronavirus illnesses, when it comes to immunity.
Continue readingWinamac High School Adjusts Graduation Plans after Uptick in COVID-19 Cases
An uptick in COVID-19 cases has prompted some adjustments to Friday’s Winamac High School graduation. It’s scheduled for 7:00 p.m. EDT at the football field.
Continue readingPulaski County Health Officer Urges Residents to Take Responsibility to Slow COVID-19
Pulaski County’s public health officer is urging residents to take “personal responsibility” to slow the spread of COVID-19. In a letter to residents, Dr. Rex Allman says that safety measures work, but everyone has to participate. He notes that while we’re approaching a celebratory time of year with weddings, barbecues, and graduation parties, gatherings are still limited to 250 people, and that’s assuming that social distancing can be maintained.
Continue readingAnother COVID-19 Death Recorded in Marshall County
North Judson-San Pierre Shares School Reopening Plan
The North Judson-San Pierre School Corporation is giving more details about what the new school year will look like. Superintendent Dr. Annette Zupin released N.J.-S.P.’s 2020-2021 reopening plan this week. Students will be encouraged but not mandated to wear face coverings, especially on buses and in hallways. Staff will be asked to wear masks when social distancing isn’t possible.
Continue readingIndiana to Provide Face Masks to K-12 Students
Indiana will provide three million face masks to K-through-12 students. Indiana Economic Development Corporation Chief of Staff Luke Bosso says deliveries will start next Monday.
Continue readingIndiana Reporting Increase in COVID-19 Testing Positivity Rate
More of Indiana’s COVID-19 tests are coming back positive. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box says she’s concerned by the increase in overall COVID-19 infections.
Continue readingNumber of Marshall County COVID-19 Cases Surpasses 500
Knox School Board Approves COVID-19 Recovery Guidelines
School will look a little different when Knox students return to class next month. The Knox School Board approved a COVID-19 plan for the coming school year Tuesday.
Continue readingTwo More COVID-19 Deaths Reported in Marshall County
Two more Marshall County residents have died from COVID-19 which brings that total to six. No new deaths were reported in Starke County where the total there remains at three. Pulaski County remains at one reported death.
Continue readingPulaski County Schools Planning to Start School Year As Scheduled
Pulaski County’s schools expect to start the school year as scheduled on August 12. Eastern Pulaski Superintendent Dara Chezem and West Central Superintendent Dan Zylstra say they’re finalizing a countywide reopening plan for the 2020-2021 school year.
Continue readingPulaski Memorial Hospital Discontinues COVID-19 Hotline
Pulaski Memorial Hospital has ended its dedicated COVID-19 hotline. Those with coronavirus questions are now directed to call their primary care provider instead. Hospital officials say that those who may have COVID-19 symptoms or have come into contact with someone who’s tested positive can make an appointment with one of the hospital’s providers by calling 574-946-2194.
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