Monday, November 2

Health

• There were 170 new cases in Elkhart County on Friday and 182 on Saturday. 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. 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 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:

1. The Center for Disease Control Report on COVID-19 in Elkhart County
2. A ECHD press release on the report
3. A Best Prevention Practices for COVID-19 Guide

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• 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!

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• 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!​

 
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• Food Bank of Norther Indiana will host a distribution on Monday, November 2, 2020 from 
  10 a.m. – Noon EST at the Linway Cinema, 514 W. Lincoln Ave., Goshen, IN 46526.

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

Fun

• The Wellfield Botanic Gardens will host the Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights 2020 beginning on Nov. 27. The Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights (presented by Welch Packaging) transports you to a magical setting of lights, sound and beauty, perfect for families to enjoy out of doors during the holiday season. Live music, 1-mile of trails, fire pits, concessions from Navarre Catering, and MORE LIGHTS than ever! Advanced, discount tickets through Thanksgiving Day! Tickets are limited each night.