In a reversal of previously announced information, a person listed as a Wayne County resident who had a presumptive positive case of COVID-19 is now being counted as a Fayette County resident. On Tuesday, March 24, Fayette County Health Department announced the second presumptive positive case of COVID-19 in its county. That case had first […]
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March 23: Governor orders Hoosiers to stay home in fight against COVID-19
Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb delivered a statewide address Monday, March 23, to order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety. The order is in effect from March 25 to April 7. […]
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Henry County, State of Ohio put in new restrictions
Henry County is limiting public or private gatherings to no more than 10 people, effective immediately, and closing all businesses except those listed as essential, and Ohio has put in place a “stay at home” order. Henry County Workplaces may have more than 10 people on site. As of 5 p.m. Sunday, these are the […]
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Special programs, government meetings on WCTV
Special programs The following is a list of new and special programs for the week of 3/22/2020 – 3/28/2020: WGTV Channel 11 • Wayne County Connection – Tuesday, March 24 @ 6:00pm Replay of a previous show focusing on emergency management. Host: Michael Sweigart. • IN Focus – Thursday, 3/26 @ 6:00pm WCTV’s weekly public […]
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Henry Community Health, Reid open respiratory clinics in response to COVID-19 emergency
Henry Community Health Henry Community Health announced it has opened a Respiratory Clinic with hours of 7 a.m.-7 p.m. seven days a week. HCH officials say if patients can manage their symptoms at home, they ask that they please stay home. However, those who cannot manage their symptoms at home are asked to call the […]
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Vehicles swept from Franklin County roadway, final victim located
At approximately 9 a.m. Saturday, March 21, searchers located the sixth and last missing victim from Sanes Creek near Laurel in Franklin County, after floodwaters swept two vehicles from the roadway Friday morning. The victims from one vehicle have been identified as Shawn Roberts, 47, and Burton Spurlock, 48, both of Laurel. The victims from […]
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County, Richmond urge reduction of social, work interaction
Wayne County and Richmond government and health officials strengthened their pleas Friday night for area residents to help slow the spread of novel coronavirus as Reid Health sees an increase in respiratory illnesses. Residents are directed to cease all non-essential gatherings of people, including social gatherings and funerals, for the time being. Officials also urge […]
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Indiana moving primary election to June 2
Governor Eric Holcomb joined Secretary of State Connie Lawson, Republican Party Chair Kyle Hupfer and Democratic Party Chair John Zody today to announce an agreement to move the date of this year’s Indiana primary election from May 5 to June 2. All dates corresponding with the primary election will be moved by 28 days to […]
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Latest COVID-19 testing numbers from Reid, state (March 23/24)
As of 4:45 p.m. Monday, March 23, Reid has sent in 58 COVID-19 tests. At this time, there have been 1 positive test, 21 negative tests, four presumptive positive and 32 pending results. The total includes hospitalized patients and self-quarantines. Testing availability remains limited and subject to approval by Indiana State Department of Health. Here […]
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Wayne County closing fitness centers, salons, barber shops, tattoo parlors
In response to COVID-19, Wayne County Health Officer Dr. David Jetmore has issued a directive for all tattoo parlors, spas, gyms, fitness centers, nail salons, tanning salons, beauty salons and barber shops to close today (Thursday, March 19) until further notice. A statement from the health department said, “It is imperative that over at least […]