Articles tagged as: coronavirus
May 26, 2020
Cargill Donation Helps FFA Chapters Deal With Virus Fallout
The National FFA Organization says a donation from agribusiness giant Cargill will fund a program to help chapters with funding amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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How Do You Celebrate Graduates In 2020? Here's How These High Schools Are Doing It
Many parents and students have voiced concerns about celebrations for high school seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Schools across the state are each taking a unique approach to celebrate their graduates.
Read MoreMay 26, 2020
Researchers Explore Causes Behind COVID-19 Disparities In Marion County
New research from the Polis Center at IUPUI digs into why black residents in Marion County are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19. The reasons are based on systemic racism, historic inequities and social factors.
Read MoreMay 26, 2020
Terre Haute Prison Inmate With COVID-19 Dies; 3 More Have It
An inmate at the federal prison complex in Terre Haute who had COVID-19 has died, and three others there also have tested positive for the disease, the Bureau of Prisons said Tuesday.
Read MoreMay 26, 2020
U.S. Sen. Todd Young Visits Small Businesses, Advocates For Additional Lending Program
The RESTART Act proposes extending the time businesses have to use the PPP loan from eight to 16 weeks and creates a new lending program to be a bridge while businesses get back up and fully running.
Read MoreMay 26, 2020
Coronavirus: High Schools Adjust Graduation, Reduced Traffic Volume Saved Indiana Money
The Indiana State Department of Health reported 18 additional confirmed deaths Tuesday, bringing the states total to 1,850. The state announced more than 32,000 total confirmed cases, with more than 230,000 Hoosiers tested.
Read MoreMay 25, 2020
Summer Jobs May Be Elusive For Teens This Year
As the school year ends and summer begins, its traditionally a time when teenagers get summer jobs. But there may be fewer Hoosier teens employed this summer due to the global pandemic.
Read MoreMay 25, 2020
Getting Outside More Could Put Hoosiers At Greater Risk For Tick-Borne Illnesses
Ticks can spread diseases like Lyme disease and Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. An Indiana University professor says people need to take extra care -- even in their yards.
Read MoreMay 25, 2020
Casinos Must Submit COVID-19 Health, Safety Plans Before Reopening
It will likely be weeks before Indiana casinos are allowed to reopen as the state moves forward with its plans for relaxing COVID-19 restrictions.
Read MoreMay 25, 2020
Gyms Start Reopening With Precautions
Gyms, fitness facilities and community centers started reopening across the state Friday. One owner says he's excited to open his doors, while also taking new safety precautions in response to COVID-19.
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