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Thursday, October 29

10/29/2020

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There were 238 new cases in Elkhart County yesterday. Indiana and Elkhart County both hit new record highs for new cases. No restrictions will be put into effect before the election but they are a possibility after the election given the continuing increase in numbers. Elkhart County hospitals are being taxed by the many hospitalizations. In the last 30 days, 26 Elkhart County residents have died from COVID-19. There is a PSA from Dr. Lydia Mertz encouraging people to voice their support for schools and healthcare workers and to challenge businesses and others who are resisting the measures proven to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

The Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a conversation with representatives from the Elkhart County Health Department, Elkhart General Hospital and Goshen Health on on November 4 at 1:00 p.m. There will be a discussion about current information and resources and how business and healthcare can work together to educate the community. Registration is required and can be found here.

Several important documents were released by the Elkhart County Health Department:

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

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Wednesday, October 28

10/28/2020

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ECHD has released an update on COVID-19 case rates by zip code. Elkhart County hospitals are being taxed by the many hospitalizations with the increases in COVID-19 cases. In the last 30 days, 26 Elkhart County residents have died from COVID-19. There were 139 new cases reported on Monday and 152 on Tuesday. There is a PSA from Dr. Lydia Mertz encouraging people to voice their support for schools and healthcare workers and to challenge businesses and others who are resisting the measures proven to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

Several important documents were released by the Elkhart County Health Department:

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

Fun

The Elkhart County Historical Museum is offering a guided tour tonight of their latest exhibit, "Crossroads of Elkhart County: Making a Place". The Facebook Live stream starts at 6pm EST.

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Tuesday, October 27

10/27/2020

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Elkhart County hospitals are seeing far too many hospitalizations with the increases in COVID-19 cases. In the last 30 days, 26 Elkhart County residents have died from COVID-19. There were 139 new cases reported on Monday and 116 on Tuesday. There is a PSA from Dr. Lydia Mertz encouraging people to voice their support for schools and healthcare workers and to challenge businesses and others who are resisting the measures proven to help reduce the spread of COVID-19. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

Several important documents were released by the Elkhart County Health Department:

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

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Friday, October 23

10/23/2020

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Elkhart County hospitals are already beyond their capacity due to the increase in COVID-19 cases. In the last 30 days, 26 Elkhart County residents have died from COVID-19. There were 136 new cases reported yesterday. There is a new PSA from Dr. Lydia Mertz encouraging people to voice their support for schools and healthcare workers and to challenge businesses and others who are resisting the measures proven to help reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Several important documents were released by the Elkhart County Health Department yesterday:

25% of Elkhart County's COVID-19 cases were recorded in the last 90 days. The State of Indiana has the highest seven-day average of newly confirmed cases since the pandemic began. The Elkhart County Health Department has released a new PSA and the leaders of the medical community have come together to create the video on the home page. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

Free boxes of food will be distributed from 10 a.m. to noon Monday, 10/26 at Shepherd’s Cove Food Pantry, 1010 E. Mishawaka Road, Elkhart.

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

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Thursday, October 22

10/22/2020

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Elkhart County hospitals are already beyond their capacity due to the increase in COVID-19 cases. There were 229 new cases reported yesterday, shattering the previous one-day record. Please see the message below from the ECHD:

The increase in the number of new cases we are seeing is very troubling. As you can see from the graph, this growth is very alarming. Our hospitals are already at capacity. Please
stay six feet from people not in your household, wear a mask the covers your mouth and
nose in public, and wash hands frequently. If you are exposed to someone who has tested
positive, or if you have any symptoms, even mild ones, please get tested! You can find a list
of testing sites on the Elkhart County webpage.

El aumento en el número de casos nuevos que estamos viendo es muy preocupante. Como puede ver en el gráfico, este crecimiento es muy alarmante. Nuestros hospitales ya están llenos. Manténgase a seis pies de personas que no sean de su hogar, use una máscara que cubra su boca y nariz en público y lávese las manos con frecuencia. Si está expuesto a alguien que dio positivo en la prueba, o si tiene algún síntoma, incluso leve, ¡hágase la prueba! Puede encontrar una lista de sitios de prueba en la página web del Condado de Elkhart.

Several important documents were released by the Elkhart County Health Department yesterday:

25% of Elkhart County's COVID-19 cases were recorded in the last 90 days. The State of Indiana has the highest seven-day average of newly confirmed cases since the pandemic began. The Elkhart County Health Department has released a new PSA and the leaders of the medical community have come together to create the video on the home page. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

Free boxes of food will be distributed from 10 a.m. to noon Monday, 10/26 at Shepherd’s Cove Food Pantry, 1010 E. Mishawaka Road, Elkhart.

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

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Wednesday, October 21

10/21/2020

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Several important documents were released by the Elkhart County Health Department Today:

25% of Elkhart County's COVID-19 cases were recorded in the last 90 days. The State of Indiana has the highest seven-day average of newly confirmed cases since the pandemic began. The Elkhart County Health Department has released a new PSA and the leaders of the medical community have come together to create the video on the home page. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

67 new positive cases were reported yesterday in Elkhart County.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

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Tuesday, October 20

10/20/2020

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These are the newly reported cases:
- 10/14: 149 new cases
- 10/15: 113 new cases
- 10/16: 122 new cases
- 10/17: 128 new cases
- 10/18: 90 new cases
- 10/19: 104 new cases

25% of Elkhart County's COVID-19 cases were recorded in the last 90 days. The State of Indiana has the highest seven-day average of newly confirmed cases since the pandemic began. The Elkhart County Health Department has released a new PSA and the leaders of the medical community have come together to create the video on the home page. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Need help?

The State of Indiana's rental assistance program has reopened. The application can be found here.

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Monday, October 19

10/19/2020

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In case this hasn't been made clear enough, these are the newly reported cases over the past four days of reporting:
- 10/14: 149 new cases
- 10/15: 113 new cases
- 10/16: 122 new cases
- 10/17: 128 new cases

The State of Indiana has the highest seven-day average of newly confirmed cases since the pandemic began. The Elkhart County Health Department has released a new PSA and the leaders of the medical community have come together to create the video on the home page. Please understand that exercising the proper precautions helps to prevent our local health care system from being overwhelmed and protects vulnerable citizens. Wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Fun

Wellfields Botanic Gardens is hosting "Monsters in the Gardens" on October 17! This year's event features a "Contactless Candy Quest" around the Promenade, live animal shows by Indiana Wild, Halloween Stories, and a visit from our favorite Aquatic Biologist, Daragh Deegan who'll be sharing interesting facts about his live 'catch of the day'! TICKETS ARE LIMITED and expected to sell out. Buy yours in advance!

Need help?

Free boxes of food will be distributed on Monday, October 19, 2020 from 10 a.m. – Noon EDT at Open Door Food Pantry, 292 S. Main Street, Nappanee, IN 46550.

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Friday, October 16

10/16/2020

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Dr. Lydia Mertz has released a new PSA about the rising case numbers across Elkhart County. 116 new cases were reported on Thursday. Please do not hesitate to get tested! The rise cuts across ages and areas in the county so it cannot be contributed to one business, one industry, or schools reopening. While Gov. Holcomb is not issuing new restrictions, the county has been moved to orange status due to the uptick in cases. Level Orange indicates medium to high community spread (an explanation of the color coding system can be found here). The state health commissioner will work with local health and local elected officials to consider additional actions. The state health department will convene local health leaders, healthcare providers, school and elected officials and other key stakeholders to discuss conditions and actions. State agencies will be available to provide further assistance and support upon request. Actions may include:
- Restrictions on the size of social gatherings
- Restricting common areas in workplaces
- Additional local monitoring of social distancing requirements at all events and venues
- Evaluating the source of positive tests and undertaking targeted testing, quarantine and isolation
- Placing attendance restrictions on K-12 extracurricular activities and sports events. Participants should only meet if they are able to socially distance and wear face coverings.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Fun

Wellfields Botanic Gardens is hosting "Monsters in the Gardens" on October 17! This year's event features a "Contactless Candy Quest" around the Promenade, live animal shows by Indiana Wild, Halloween Stories, and a visit from our favorite Aquatic Biologist, Daragh Deegan who'll be sharing interesting facts about his live 'catch of the day'! TICKETS ARE LIMITED and expected to sell out. Buy yours in advance!

Need help?

Free boxes of food will be distributed on Monday, October 19, 2020 from 10 a.m. – Noon EDT at Open Door Food Pantry, 292 S. Main Street, Nappanee, IN 46550.

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Thursday, October 15

10/15/2020

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Dr. Lydia Mertz has released a new PSA about the rising case numbers across Elkhart County. 42 new cases were reported on Wednesday. Elkhart General Hospital is at capacity, Indiana has the most hospitalizations since May, and Elkhart County has never had a higher average of cases per day than in the last seven days. The rise cuts across ages and areas in the county so it cannot be contributed to schools reopening. While Gov. Holcomb is not issuing new restrictions, the county has been moved to orange status due to the uptick in cases. Please take a look at the most recent PSAs here. Also, don't hesitate to get tested!!

On Saturday, September 26, Indiana moved to stage 5 of Gov. Holcomb's reopening plan. You can find more details by clicking here. Please note that the mandate for face coverings remains in effect.

The Center for Healing and Hope is providing free flu shots to those who are uninsured, or whose insurance doesn’t cover flu shots. The clinics will be held three Saturdays: Sept. 19, Oct. 10, and Nov. 14. All times will be from 10 AM to 4 PM. Bilingual staff are available. The CDC recommends flu shots for everyone over 6 months of age—especially this year with Covid-19 around. PLEASE GET YOUR FLU SHOT SOON!

Check out the new Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

On June 29th, the Elkhart County Health Department issued a Face Covering Mandate effective on June 30th, 2020 (y en español). There is an FAQ available to learn more (español) and a sign is available to be posted at places of business (español). The directive outlines how face coverings can help prevent transmission and how to use them properly. Remember, preventing the spread is not just about being responsible so that businesses and events can stay open but also protecting our more vulnerable residents.

Hay información para la comunidad latina también. La Ciudad de Goshen se enorgullese de colaborar con Yolo López Pérez - Bilingual Reporter para traer este mensaje de parte de tu familia.

Como usar la mascara!

Fun

Wellfields Botanic Gardens is hosting "Monsters in the Gardens" on October 17! This year's event features a "Contactless Candy Quest" around the Promenade, live animal shows by Indiana Wild, Halloween Stories, and a visit from our favorite Aquatic Biologist, Daragh Deegan who'll be sharing interesting facts about his live 'catch of the day'! TICKETS ARE LIMITED and expected to sell out. Buy yours in advance!

Need help?

Free boxes of food will be distributed on Monday, October 19, 2020 from 10 a.m. – Noon EDT at Open Door Food Pantry, 292 S. Main Street, Nappanee, IN 46550.

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