The number of positive COVID-19 cases in Marshall County in Friday’s report from the Indiana State Department of Health rose slightly from Thursday’s numbers.
Continue readingLocal Number of COVID-19 Cases Continue to Increase
Work Continues on New Winamac Town Park Restrooms, Toddler Playground
Progress continues on projects in the Winamac Town Park. The new restrooms could be done within a month, according to park board member and town manager Brad Zellers.
Continue readingIndiana to Allow Outdoor Visitation at Long-Term Care Facilities
Hoosiers will soon be able to visit loved ones in assisted living facilities near West Linn, OR. The state plans to issue guidance for outdoor visitation, according to Family and Social Services Administration Chief Medical Officer Dr. Dan Rusyniak.
Continue readingState Health Commissioner Monitoring Protests’ Impact on COVID-19 Numbers
It may take a few days to learn the impact of recent protests on Indiana’s COVID-19 numbers. State Health Commissioner Dr. Kris Box said Wednesday that she’s concerned that the large gatherings could lead to an uptick in cases.
Continue reading2020 Indiana State Fair Canceled due to COVID-19
The 2020 Indiana State Fair has been canceled, but organizers still plan to hold a modified 4-H Livestock Show in August.
Continue readingKnox Reopens More Park Facilities
More park facilities are reopening in the City of Knox. The pickleball courts, skate park, and bathrooms are now open, under an executive order signed by Mayor Dennis Estok Thursday.
Continue readingMarshall County, Pulaski County COVID-19 Cases Continue to Rise
The number of Marshall County positive COVID-19 cases jumped by 31 from Wednesday’s figures, according to the latest statistics from the Indiana State Department of Health.
Continue readingKnox Students Recognized for Helping with Meal Delivery
When the Knox Community School Corporation began its COVID-19 meal delivery program, a number of students were among those who stepped up to help. Transportation Director Tara Pitts says 13 students helped deliver food to children in Starke County.
Continue readingGovernor Holcomb Extends Public Health Emergency to July 4
Governor Holcomb has extended Indiana’s public health emergency declaration to July 4. Holcomb signed an executive order Wednesday that renews the emergency for 30 days.
Continue readingOCRA to Make Another Round of Funding Available for Small Business Help
Indiana is targeting small businesses with the next phase of its COVID-19 Response Program. Lieutenant Governor Suzanne Crouch said Wednesday that the Office of Community and Rural Affairs has finished awarding grants for the “immediate needs” phase, but will start taking applications for the “long-term recovery” phase on Monday.
Continue readingSNAP Recipients Can Now Use Benefits for Online Food Purchases
Hoosiers may now use SNAP benefits to order groceries online. Indiana Family and Social Services Administration Secretary Dr. Jennifer Sullivan announced Wednesday that the program is officially up and running.
Continue readingAnother Daily Jump in COVID-19 Case Numbers in Marshall County
Nineteen additional positive COVID-19 cases were reported in Marshall County, according to Wednesday’s report from the Indiana State Department of Health.
Continue readingNumber of Marshall County COVID-19 Cases Continues to Rise
Another 17 positive COVID-19 cases were reported in Marshall County, according to Tuesday’s report from the Indiana State Department of Health.
Continue readingPulaski County Misses Out on Current Round of COVID-19 Response Program
Pulaski County’s small businesses may have to wait a bit longer for financial help. The county had asked for $250,000 from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ COVID-19 Response Program to give grants to local businesses.
Continue readingMarshall County Health Department Confirms Second COVID-19 Death
Marshall County Health Department officials have confirmed the county’s second COVID-19 death.
Continue readingMarshall County COVID-19 Case Total Increases
Marshall County is now reporting 111 positive COVID-19 cases, according to updated information released by the Indiana State Department of Health. Three more cases were reported in Marshall County as indicated in Monday’s report. Starke County is steady at 39 reported cases and Pulaski County is reporting 46 cases.
Continue readingContested County Races on Tomorrow’s Primary Ballot
Primary Election Day is tomorrow. Polls will be open from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. local time. The election was delayed by 30 days due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and a number of other adjustments have been made.
Continue readingPulaski County Commissioners to Hold Hearing on COVID-19 Response Grant Application
A potential COVID-19 relief grant program for Pulaski County’s small businesses is expected to be discussed during tonight’s county commissioners meeting. The county is asking for $250,000 from the Indiana Office of Community and Rural Affairs’ COVID-19 Response Program.
Continue readingIndiana Secretary of State Opposes Extending Deadline to Return Mail-In Ballots
Indiana Secretary of State Connie Lawson is not in favor of extending the deadline for mail-in ballots to make it back to county clerk’s offices, in spite of concerns that thousands of votes could go uncounted. “There are 92 counties in this state, and we cannot change deadlines because somebody is too busy or whether it’s lack of preparation of getting the work done,” Lawson said during state officials’ COVID-19 press conference Friday. “So deadlines are there for security and accountability.”
Continue readingIndiana’s Initial Unemployment Claims Continue to Decline
Most unemployed Hoosiers have been able to get their first unemployment check within three weeks, according to Indiana Department of Workforce Development Commissioner Fred Payne.
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