Articles tagged as: COVID-19
May 22, 2020
COVID-19 Pandemic Causes One Gym To Permanently Close
The YMCA of Greater Michiana announced it will not reopen its South Bend-Mishawaka branch after operating for more than 50 years in its current location.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
New SNAP Delivery Benefit To Help Vulnerable Hoosiers
Indiana will step up the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, SNAP, with the addition of a new benefit to deliver groceries to vulnerable people.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
During COVID-19 Pandemic, Indiana Prisoners Say Other Health Needs Untended
Inconsistent delivery of diabetes medications was commonly reported, and prisoners say the pandemic has strained an already strapped health care system in the state prisons.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Indiana Moves Early To Next Reopening Stage; Gatherings Of 100 Allowed
Indiana is moving forward early to the next stage of its plan to relax COVID-19 restrictions. Stage 3 of the governor's "Back On Track" timeline will now begin Friday for all but three counties statewide.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Initial Unemployment Claim Numbers Hold Steady, But Still Larger Than Usual
After six weeks of steep declines, the number of people filing new claims for unemployment benefits in Indiana remained largely unchanged last week. Thats based on data released Thursday by the Department of Labor.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Box Says State Can't Test Every Nursing Home Resident As White House Recommends
The state has repeatedly been pressured to release the names of long-term care facilities that have positive COVID-19 cases. But state officials refuse to do so. Box insists she's not trying to protect anyone by shielding the information.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Eased Orders Mean DNR Campgrounds, Inns Will Reopen Friday
The state Department of Natural Resources said all of its campgrounds, property-operated cabins, camper cabins and inns would reopen Friday under the eased restrictions approved by Gov. Eric Holcomb.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Hunting In Indiana Is Up During The COVID-19 Pandemic
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources has seen an increase in hunting licenses recently. It's the first time license sales have been up in several years.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Faith In Indiana Town Hall Calls For More COVID-19 Help
A diverse group of community members spoke at a digital town hall Thursday night, held by Faith in Indiana. Much of the discussion was focused on a need for more government assistance in the face of COVID-19.
Read MoreMay 21, 2020
Coronavirus: State Can't Test Every Nursing Home Resident, Unemployment Holds Steady
The Indiana State Department of Health reported 48 additional confirmed deaths on Thursday, bringing the state's total to 1,764. The state announced nearly 30,000 total confirmed cases, with nearly 203,000 Hoosiers tested.
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