FC residents plan to attend meeting to take a tactful stance against mask mandate

Thursday, July 23, 2020 5:44 PM

Governor Eric Holcomb’s announcement mandating masks in public beginning on July 27 came one day after local health officials suggested a mask mandate for Franklin County.

Local Coronavirus Coverage

Franklin County reports 60 COVID-19 cases in July

Angie Ruther, supervisor of the Franklin County Health Department, is concerned about the steady rise of positive COVID-19 cases in Franklin County.
Health board a step ahead of governor’s mandate

Ultimately, what the Franklin County Health Board moved ahead with at its July 21 meeting was swallowed up by a much more publicized announcement that came from Indianapolis the next day.
State of COVID-19 testing in area counties

Despite shortfalls in testing capacity in the spring, the Indiana State Department of Health ISDH has worked to roll out expanded testing opportunities across the state in recent months.
July 27 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health
COVID-19 Daily Web Graph

July 14 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health
July 13 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health

July 13 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health
COVID-19 Daily Web Graph

July 2 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health
June 22 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health

June 22 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health
Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department today announced receiving no new positive cases for COVID-19.
Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department today announced receiving three new positive cases for COVID-19, bringing Franklin County’s total number of positives to 101.
May 1 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health

May 1 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Gov. Holcomb announces contact tracing plan for COVID-19 cases

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced the state is partnering with Maximus to centralize contact tracing and investigations for Hoosiers who test positive for COVID-19.
April 30 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health?

April 30 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department on Wednesday, April 29 announced receiving one new positive case for COVID-19, bringing Franklin County’s total number of positives to 96.
Gov. Holcomb announces free mental health resource for Hoosiers during COVID-19

BeWellIndiana.org was curated from mental health experts across the state; will be useful to Hoosiers coping with issues during and post-pandemic
April 27 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health

April 27 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department on April 24, 2020, announced receiving one new positive case for COVID-19, bringing Franklin County to 93 positive cases.
Humane Society Seeks Donations to Aid Pet Owners Affected by COVID-19

The Franklin County COVID-19 Task Force is working with the Franklin County Humane Society to provide aid for citizens financially affected by the COVID-19 pandemic who have pets.
April 23 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health

April 23 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department today announced receiving two new positive cases for COVID-19, bringing Franklin County’s totals to 92.
Immune system boost helps to fight COVID-19

Handwashing has become widley accepted as one of the most important steps in the fight against COVID-19.
April 21 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Public Health Commissioner talks future of testing and statistics

In an email, Dr. Kristina Box, Indiana Public Health Commissioner, responded to additional questions after Governor Holcomb's daily conference held on Friday, April 17.
April 20 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health

April 20 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
MMH offers financial options for those with COVID-19 income loss

For patients who are experiencing financial hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Margaret Mary Health is offering modified payment plans and support to help.
Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department today announced receiving thirteen new positive cases for COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases in Franklin County to 88. All new cases are adults.
Midwest Governors Announce Partnership to Reopen Regional Economy

Thursday, April 16, Governors Eric J. Holcomb (IN), Gretchen Whitmer (MI), Mike DeWine (OH), Tony Evers (WI), Tim Walz (MN), JB Pritzker (IL), and Andy Beshear (KY) announced that they will work in close coordination to reopen the economy in the Midwest region.
DOT and INDOT working to provide food options for over the road essential workers
Pharmacists fast-tracked in COVID fight

Governor Eric J. Holcomb signed an executive order April 15 to allow pharmacy students who have successfully completed all required course work to join the fight against COVID-19.
Reid Health still needing mask donations

Reid Health is alerting people in the area who have been making hand-made masks that the health system is still in need of them because so many are being provided to patients and family members.
Health Officials Provide COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department today announced receiving two new positive cases for COVID-19, bringing Franklin County’s total to 75.
Personal protective equipment needs in Franklin County

Personal protective equipment, commonly referred to as "PPE", is equipment worn to minimize exposure to hazards that cause serious workplace injuries and illnesses.
Children and COVID-19: What you should know

Since COVID-19 was declared a world pandemic on Jan. 31, the numbers of confirmed cases continue to rise across the world.
Judges, FCSD vigilant against COVID-19 impact on jail

On April 3, a letter signed by Governor Eric Holcomb, Indiana Chief Justice Loretta Rush, Indiana House Speaker Todd Huston and Senate President Pro Tem Rodric Bray was delivered to officials in all 92 counties regarding the potential to release “low-risk, non-violent juveniles and inmates to supervision within their communities.”
April 13 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health

April 13 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
April 10 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health

April 10 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Coming Soon: COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Loan Program Fund Established

In response to the emerging needs of businesses being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, a COVID-19 Emergency Small Business Loan Program Fund has been established in the Franklin County Community Foundation.
Health Department Provides COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department announced today, Friday, April 10 receiving five new positive cases for COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases to 66.
Whether or not to wear a face mask

The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed shortcomings in the U.S. medical equipment supply chain, most notably face masks and ventilators.
April 9 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana and Ohio departments of health
Health Department Provides COVID-19 Update

The Franklin County Health Department announced today receiving two new positive cases for COVID-19, bringing the total number of cases to 61.
Gov. Holcomb Signs Executive Order To Support EMS

Governor Eric J. Holcomb today signed an executive order to allow retired and inactive EMS professionals to join the fight against COVID-19.
State reporting 7th death in Franklin Co.

The latest novel coronavirus numbers provided by the state of Indiana (coronavirus.in.gov), released April 7, 10 a.m., show a seventh death in Franklin County suspected to be related to the COVID-1 virus.
Union County Health Department confirms fifth case of COVID-19

The Union County Health Department announced today of the fifth positive case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Union County.
Governor issues new stay at home order

Also extends orders limiting state government services and restaurant, bar restrictions
Reid Allergy to offer curbside service for patients

As a way to continue care for its allergy patients during the COVID-19 crisis, Dr. Jason Casselman of Reid Allergy is offering existing patients curbside allergy injection services
FC sees sixth COVID-19 suspected related death

Franklin County Health Officials received notice today of a sixth COVID-19 suspected related death.
Fifth suspected COVID-19 death in Franklin County

The Franklin County Health Department and Franklin Co. Sheriff’s Department have announced a fifth death suspected to be related to the COVID-19 outbreak.
Fourteen days later; a glimpse of COVID-19

A lot can change in 14 days; ask any Franklin County resident how different their life is today compared to 14 days ago.
COVID-19 pandemic results in record unemployment

In the aftermath of the Great Recession, unemployment rates skyrocketed.
Playground equipment closed until further notice

Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Town of Brookville has taped off the playground equipment areas to aid in preventing the spread of the virus.
Health Officials report two suspected COVID-19 related deaths over the weekend

Franklin County Health Officials reported two more deaths over the weekend that are suspected to be related to COVID-19 (novel coronavirus).
Fourth COVID-19 related death in Franklin County

A fourth Franklin County death due to COVID-19 has been reported by the state of Indiana (coronarvirus.in.gov) as of Monday, March 30.
AG Curtis Hill warns Hoosiers to beware fake coronavirus (COVID-19) tests

Attorney General Curtis Hill is warning Hoosiers of scammers taking advantage of the scarcity of COVID-19 tests by falsely claiming to be able to provide testing.
DOR's here to help during COVID-19 outbreak

The Indiana Department of Revenue (DOR) team continues to serve fellow Hoosiers by doing everything they can to maintain DOR systems and operations during this unprecedented time.
Confirmed COVID-19 cases in Franklin Co. now 20

In a press release from the Franklin County Sheriff’s Department, Franklin Co. Health Officials have confirmed 11 new positive cases of COVID-19.
AG Curtis Hill advises Hoosiers to exercise caution when making donations during coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

Attorney General Curtis Hill said today that individuals should exercise caution when considering making charitable donations during the ongoing coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
More details on the Level Orange Travel Advisory in Franklin County

On Wednesday, March 25 Franklin County commissioner vice-president Tom Linkel released a local emergency proclamation.
Franklin County Sees First Suspected COVID-19 Related Death

Franklin County Health Officials announced March 25 the first known suspected novel coronavirus (COVID-19) related death of a Franklin County citizen.
Indiana Election Commission adopts new procedures for June 2 Primary Election

In response to recommendations from Governor Eric Holcomb, Secretary of State Connie Lawson, and the leadership of Indiana’s major political parties, the Indiana Election Commission has issued an order making it easier for Hoosiers to vote in the June 2nd Primary Election. Governor Holcomb previously moved the primary from May 5 to June 2.
UCCCJSD holds emergency meeting to address COVID-19

On March 18 the Union County College Corner Joint School District Board of Trustees met to discuss emergency measures in response to the worsening pandemic.
MMH providers and team members test positive for COVID-19

On March 24, 2020 Margaret Mary Health received confirmation of a few employees who have tested positive for COVID-19.
Health Department announces 115 new COVID-19 cases, updates statewide case count

INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today reported 115 new positive cases of COVID-19 have been diagnosed through ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories.
Indiana Chamber on Governor’s Decision to Mandate Staying at Home, Close Non-Essential Businesses

Indiana Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Kevin Brinegar responds to Gov. Eric Holcomb’s decision today to issue a statewide stay at home order and for all non-essential businesses to be closed.
SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Indiana Small Businesses Economically Impacted by the Coronavirus (COVID19)

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Indiana small businesses
F.C. Commissioners declare local disaster emergency

Franklin County Commissioners held an emergency meeting March 19 to pass ordinances and resolutions concerning the COVID-19 pandemic.
Local family fights against COVID-19

Louie Fasbinder, 69, started having symptoms for what he believed to be the flu around March 1; however, he had something much more severe and would not be officially diagnosed until March 19: COVID-19.
AG Curtis Hill says travelers should know their rights amid coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

Attorney General Curtis Hill today said if you are unsure about following through with your travel plans or are wondering what to do if your flight is impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is important to know your rights.
Indiana DNR COVID-19 response

The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has adjusted services, events and operations to protect Hoosiers and prevent further spread of COVID-19. The list below, and updates, can be found at on.IN.gov/DNRcovid19.
Schools closed until May 1; FC Schools to release details and schedule soon

It was announced today, March 19, by Governor Eric Holcomb schools in Indiana will be mandated closed, statewide, until May 1.
Communication Addressing Office Services and Unemployment Filing

As Eastern Indiana Works continues to monitor regional economic conditions, our region is experiencing an increase in the number of individuals filing for unemployment. As a reminder, all claims for Unemployment Insurance MUST be filed online at https://www.in.gov/dwd/3474.htm.
Area Hospital COVID-19 Plans and Procedure Updates

What some areas hospitals are doing in response to Covid-19
Area Hospital COVID-19 Plans and Procedures Updates

Effective March 13, Reid Health is placing restrictions on visitors to all facilities. Visitors will only be permitted in certain situations including end-of-life, the Family Birthing Center, Emergency Department or surgery.
Franklin County Sees First Presumptive Positive for COVID-19

The Franklin County Board of Health and Health Department today reported the first presumptive positive result for COVID-19, more commonly known as novel coronavirus.