Monday, February 16

UPDATES:​​ 

Health 
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• 24 new cases yesterday and 2 new deaths yesterday. 18,853 Elkhart County residents have received at least the first dose of the vaccine. Elkhart County restrictions may be loosened sooner than expected but the ECHD will continue to take a step-by-step approach. Great work! Continue to wear a mask, wash your hands, stay at home if you are sick, practice social distancing, and do not hesitate to get tested.

  

• Here's a great step-by-step explanation of how to register for a vaccine.

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• The Elkhart County Health Department is looking for healthcare professionals AND non-healthcare volunteers to assist with upcoming COVID-19 vaccine clinics.

 

• Anti-vaxxers had an honest and frank conversation with county commissioners and EC Health Officer, Dr. Wait. It's important to continue to have these conversations and speak honestly and respectfully!

 

• The Elkhart County COAD was proud to host a community roundtable discussion with Health Officer Dr. Bethany Wait, COAD members, members of the community, and local press. Please click here to learn more!

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• Recursos en español aqui.

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• Check out the Elkhart County COAD Facebook page!

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

 
Good News

• The Lerner Theater is planning its reopening!

• Elkhart Fire Department welcomed their new truck in an age-old way.