Articles tagged as: COVID-19
April 30, 2020
Coronavirus: Indiana Hits 1,000 COVID-19 Deaths, Pence Visits Kokomo GM Plant
The Indiana State Department of Health reported 44 additional confirmed deaths on Thursday, bringing the states total to 1,007. The state announced more than 17,800 total confirmed cases, with nearly 95,000 Hoosiers tested.
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The Voter Registration Deadline Is May 4. Here's What You Need To Vote In Indiana
Indiana residents must be registered to vote 29 days before each election. What do you need on Election Day? What do you need to register to vote? Can you vote if you're homeless?
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Fabric Artist Abi Ogle Talks About Her Work And The Sudden Popularity Of Sewing
The COVID-19 pandemic encouraged many to try their hand at making masks -- either for their own use or to donate to others. Using material and natural objects to create beautiful and functional pieces of art is a way of life for Indianapolis fabric artist Abi Ogle.
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Democratic Governor Candidate Woody Myers Says It's Too Soon For Businesses To Reopen
Gov. Eric Holcomb has indicated some businesses might be allowed to reopen in the coming days, if data shows health care systems arent being overwhelmed.
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Myers Proposes Small Business Support Plan That's Short On Specifics
Indiana Democratic gubernatorial candidate Woody Myers announced proposals Wednesday to provide more state-level support for Hoosier small businesses suffering from the COVID-19 crisis.
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Employers Begin To Plan Strategies To Reopen Safely
In a webinar hosted by the Indiana Chamber, employers were advised to take steps like providing handwashing stations, conducting daily temperature checks, and limiting access to communal areas.
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State To Launch Privately-Run Contact Tracing Call Center
Indiana will launch a privately-run call center to take the lead on contact tracing for COVID-19 -- interviewing positive patients and finding out who they've been around to track the spread of the virus.
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Local Nonprofits Impacted By Pandemic
Local nonprofits shifted services to serve people in need during the pandemic. A new analysis highlights what these groups had to change to remain effective.
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Holcomb Supports Trump's Executive Order To Reopen Meat Processing Facilities
President Donald Trump declared meat processing plants "critical infrastructure" to keep facilities operating through the COVID-19 crisis. Indiana is home to two pork production facilities that have closed temporarily due to increased cases among workers.
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Holcomb Says Changes To Statewide 'Stay-At-Home' Order Will be Announced Friday
The governor has not specified his planned modifications, but indicated more workplaces and businesses could reopen while under guidelines such as requiring masks, additional spacing between employees and frequent cleanings.
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