LEESBURG — Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, officials in Leesburg will limit town office activity to official business only, beginning Thursday, March 19, until further notice. Utility customers may still use the drop box located at the clerk’s office. Any questions or concerns, call the following numbers: Clerk: … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb took additional unprecedented actions on Thursday, March 19, to protect and support Hoosiers during the COVID-19 outbreak by signing executive orders that extend the closure of schools, provide economic relief and protections for individuals and businesses, and expand unemployment insurance benefits for … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — The number of people being tested in Indiana increased while the number of deaths from coronavirus remains at two. The state says 380 people have been tested, up from 193 one day earlier. The number of people testing positive rose to 56 from 39 a day … Read More
WARSAW — Kosciusko County offices continue to remain open at the present time but with certain restrictions in place due to concerns surrounding COVID-19. Kosciusko County Commissioners President Brad Jackson said they are asking that the public conduct county business via phone or email whenever possible and only … Read More
People can hear daily and nightly on television what is happening nationally and state-wide with the COVID-19 outbreak. But what about your community? Even though no cases have been confirmed locally, we are being widely affected. This is what InkFreeNews is all about. Bringing our readers what they … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — Beginning Wednesday, March 18, to lessen strain on offenders and their loved ones as a result of the COVID-19 virus, Indiana Department of Correction officials worked with the telephone and video service provider to help prisoners keep in contact with those outside prison walls. The short-term … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana State Department of Health reported 39 positive cases of coronavirus in the state, March 18. This is an increase of nine from the 30 reported a day earlier. Two deaths related to the virus have been reported as of Wednesday morning. Marion County has … Read More
WINONA LAKE — Grace College announced the results for the second Grace student tested for COVID-19. On March 15, the college was informed that the COVID-19 tests for one of our students cam back negative. The college was notified earlier March 17 that the test results of the … Read More
WARSAW — Although Kosciusko County offices remain open at this time, county commissioners made a move that will assure that county employees will be paid for scheduled work if an emergency closing is necessary due to the pandemic conditions. Kosciusko County Commissioners approved the change in policy at their … Read More
WINONA LAKE — Winona Lake Clerk-Treasurer Kent Adams released a statement outlining the steps the town is taking amidst concern regarding the spread of COVID-19. Due to COVID-19 safety concerns, the Town Hall has decided to take precautionary measures to reduce exposure for our employees and the public. … Read More
PIERCETON — A resolution for the school corporation to pay its regular expenses in light of COVID-19 was passed by the Whitko School Board of Trustees, Monday, March 16. The resolution is a response to concerns that “school board meetings may be prohibited or limited in such a … Read More
AKRON — During the Tippecanoe Valley School Board meeting held tonight, March 16, a COVID-19 Employee Compensation Resolution was passed. Due to the recent concern for the coronavirus, Tippecanoe Valley schools will take advantage of a combination of waiver and E-learning days through Friday, April 3. As … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Governor Eric J. Holcomb and the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) announced on Monday, March 16, the first Indiana death from COVID-19. The patient was a Marion County adult. “A family today is suffering the ultimate loss due to COVID-19, and this sadly underscores … Read More
LARWILL — Whitko Community Schools will host its board meeting Monday night, March 16, but is encouraging people interested to instead watch online. Superintendent Dr. Brandon Penrod and Board President Carrie Hoffman issued a statement regarding the meeting of the Board of School Trustees scheduled for Monday, March … Read More
INDIANAPOLIS — Gov. Eric J. Holcomb has announced additional efforts in a continuing effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus. The governor and other state officials will conduct a COVID-19 briefing today at 2:30 p.m. in the south atrium of the Indiana Statehouse with the latest updates … Read More
FORT WAYNE — In its commitment to the health and safety of patients, visitors, co-workers and the community, Parkview Health is implementing multiple precautionary measures across its facilities to mitigate the impact of novel coronavirus (COVID-19). “Parkview is committed to doing everything we can to mitigate the impact … Read More
