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COVID-19 vaccinations now available at Reid Urgent Cares in Richmond, Connersville

April 21, 2021 --Those looking to be vaccinated for COVID-19 have two new options for scheduling their appointments now that Reid Health's Urgent Care facilities in Richmond and Connersville have begun administering shots.
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 24 COVID-19 numbers released by Indiana State Department of Health
State to require face coverings

Governor Eric Holcomb announced last week the majority of the state will remain in Stage 4.5 of the Back On Track Indiana plan through at least July 31.
Governor announces State to remain in current stage of Back on Track

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb announced the majority of the state will remain in Stage 4.5 of the Back On Track Indiana plan through at least July 31.
Governor releases five stage plan to get Indiana back on track by July fourth

Governor Eric Holcomb kicked off the much-anticipated daily briefing with words of remembrance and appreciation reflecting on the Hoosiers Indiana has lost to COVID-19 and the frontline workers who have been saving lives during the pandemic, before enlightening Hoosiers on the five-stage plan in place to get Indiana back on track.
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
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.
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.
Governor issues new stay at home order

Also extends orders limiting state government services and restaurant, bar restrictions
Holcomb, Hogsett announce SD coalition

Governor Eric Holcomb and Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett, together with other state leaders, are seeking Hoosiers’ help in ‘slowing the spread’ of the COVID-19 pandemic in Indiana.
COVID-19 pandemic results in record unemployment

In the aftermath of the Great Recession, unemployment rates skyrocketed.
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.
AG Curtis Hill: What to do if you bought a ticket for an event canceled due to coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic

Attorney General Curtis Hill today offered guidance to consumers who purchased tickets to events that have been canceled or postponed in the wake of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
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.
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.