Friday, July 17

• Gov. Holcomb announced on Wednesday, July 15 that Elkhart County will remain at Stage 4 and the rest of the state will stay in Stage 4.5 for at least an additional two weeks. 

• Free face coverings will be handed out from 10 am - 4 pm today! ​These Sew Loved made cloth masks can be hand-washed and reused. Get them while supplies last! Mask can be picked up at the following locations:
  • ​Marathon Gas at 1226 Main St. in Elkhart 
  • Walmart Supercenter at 175 CR6 W in Elkhart 
  • Perfect Touch Barber Shop at 1630 Nappanee St. 

• 65 new cases were reported Tuesday. The CDC team that was sent to Elkhart County to provide insight into the spike in cases will present their findings next week on July 23rd.

• The State of Indiana's rental assistance program went live at 9:00 am on Monday, July 13. The program provides up to $2,000 for rental assistance. The application can be found here (español).

• 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. Dr. Mertz continues to emphasize the following safety features in addition to wearing face masks:
  • Wash hands frequently with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. When soap is not available, use hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
  • Keep social distancing of 6 feet both indoors and outdoors.
  • Stay home if you are sick!
  • Clean frequently touched surfaces often.

 

• 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!

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• The Middlebury Chamber of Commerce is hosting a flamingo fundraiser for local small businesses. Learn more by clicking here.

Health

• It will take a few weeks to see if the use of face masks is slowing the spread so please wear a mask and take precautions!. Please check out our health information about how to keep yourself and those around you safe.

Need help? 

• Food Bank of Northern Indiana will host a food distribution on Monday, July 20 from 10 a.m. – Noon EDT at the Arena (2401 Middlebury Street, Elkhart, IN 46516).

 

• 400 free food boxes to be distributed Friday, July 31st from 4:30 - 6:30 pm at North Side Middle School (300 Lawrence St, Elkhart).