Wayne County is now under a Level II Travel Watch (Essential Travel Only) until further notice because of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). During a “watch” local travel advisory, only essential travel, such as to and from work or in emergency situations, is recommended, and emergency action plans should be implemented by businesses, schools, government agencies, […]
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Wayne County hospital treating first presumptive COVID-19 case
Wayne County has had its first presumptive COVID-19 case, health officials announced Tuesday morning. The patient is a resident of Franklin County but recently sought treatment at Reid Health’s emergency department for a variety of symptoms. The patient was rapidly identified as a person under investigation, and appropriate actions were taken to safeguard staff and […]
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Second Hoosier death from COVID-19 announced
Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) on Tuesday announced that a second Hoosier has died from COVID-19. The patient is a Johnson County adult over age 60 who had been hospitalized. No further information about the patient will be released due to privacy laws. ISDH has received six new positive cases of COVID-19, bringing to […]
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Updated Wayne County list of new hours/closures/cancellations (March 19)
Please note: Wayne County is under a Level 2 travel advisory, meaning travel for essential work activities, picking up essential food and medicines, etc., is permitted, but recreational/entertainment travel is not. King’s Cafe and Bakery King’s Cafe and Bakery is going to close temporarily. We plan to open as soon as the health crisis is […]
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Sheriff’s office, police, towns, county, city, township announce preventative measures
Several offices and buildings in local government have announced changes to their business routines in hopes of reducing the spread of the novel coronavirus. Sheriff’s office/police Wayne County Sheriff’s Office announced preventative measures Sunday to protect staff, inmates and the public, according to Sheriff Randy Retter. Patrol deputies will adjust their responses to routine calls, […]
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UPDATE: Wayne County schools closing starting March 16; Head Start closing March 17
All public and private school districts in Wayne County will be closed beginning Monday, March 16. The school campuses will be closed to students at the end of the Friday, March 13, school day, and students will not be allowed on campus until April 13. Centerville-Abington Schools, Northeastern Wayne Schools, Nettle Creek Schools, Richmond Community […]
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Governor limits gatherings to 250, provides 20-day waiver for schools to reduce coronavirus spread
Statement supplied by Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb This is a time when we must do all we can to reduce the spread of COVID-19, protect our most vulnerable populations and reduce their potential to acquire or spread this virus. While some actions are drastic, now, not later, is the time to act. Today I’m initiating: […]
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Reid Health begins restrictions, changes due to COVID-19 risk
Effective Friday, March 13, Reid Health is greatly restricting visitors at all of its facilities as part of multiple steps being taken to decrease risks to patients and caregivers from the rapidly spreading COVID-19 virus. “Our sacred mission is to care for everyone, no matter their need. We must do everything we can to reduce […]
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Women’s Fund art auction moved online; lunches can be picked up
Supplied by Women’s Fund of the Wayne County Foundation In light of the recent COVID-19 pandemic and with the health and safety of our guests being our highest priority, we are taking preventative measures and modifying our event with some creative solutions. We would like to thank our 2020 Women’s Fund sponsors for their generous […]
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Ongoing Wayne County event cancellations/postponements list
Note: Indiana Governor Holcomb has declared that gatherings of 250 or more will be prohibited for the time being because of the novel coronavirus, prompting several event postponements/cancellations. We are continuously updating this list. Please contact organizers for previously announced events not on this list before attending to avoid disappointment. Send information for list additions […]