Huntingburg clarifies use of parks during closures
Here are some clarifications about yesterday’s announcement that all Huntingburg City facilities are closed until further notice: As announced yesterday, according to Governor Holcomb’s Executive Order, all public facilities in Huntingburg City Park are closed. Families will be able to go out and use roads to walk, run or ride a bike, but must continue…
City of Huntingburg Common Council meeting to be streamed on Facebook Live
In accordance with Governor Holcomb’s Executive Order concerning Public Meetings during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the City of Huntingburg Common Council meeting scheduled for today, March 24 at 5:30 p.m. will be conducted through electronic means. The meeting will be available on Facebook Live on the City of Huntingburg’s Facebook page.
COVID-19 cases increase to 365; 12 deaths
The Indiana State Department of Health updated the statistic map on the special page devoted to the coronavirus in Indiana and cases increased to 365 with 12 deaths. There are no new cases in Dubois County since the report Sunday. Since then the health department has issued a statement that all of that individual’s known…
Health Department adds clarity to governor’s stay at home order
Dubois County Health Department issued an update on the governor’s executive order issued Monday afternoon. Governor Eric J. Holcomb issued a two-week Stay at Home Order for the state of Indiana to reduce the spread of COVID-19. This statewide order goes into effect from March 25 through April 7. Residents of Indiana are mandated to remain…
Lincoln Amphitheatre to reschedule May/June events
Due to federal and state efforts to responsibly and effectively mitigate the spread and the risks associated with COVID-19, the Lincoln Amphitheatre has rescheduled all of its May and June events. Events affected are the May 16 Captain Fantastic (Elton John tribute), the May 30 All My Rowdy Friends (Hank Williams, Jr., tribute), the June…
Just because it says flushable, doesn’t make it treatable
Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the cities of Jasper and Huntingburg and the Town of Ferdinand are aware of the increased use of “flushable” wipes and flushing of non-flushable materials such as baby wipes, disinfecting wipes, napkins, and paper towels. While the “flushable” wipes concern is not new to the wastewater industry, the municipalities are…
Here are the essential businesses listed in the governor’s executive order
Governor Holcomb announces four executive orders today to limit the continued spread of the coronavirus. The governor announced businesses the executive order defined as essential. They are listed below. Indiana will also open a call center to field industry questions about Governor Holcomb’s Executive Order 20-08, which provides for essential and non-essential business operations, infrastructure…
Dubois County Recorder’s office closed
Effective today the Dubois County Recorder’s Office will be closed until further notice. Office staff will be working from home as much as possible. Our goal is to serve you with as little disruption as possible, the office stated in a press release. We will be working to give the public access to their documents…
Contacts with COVID-19 patient identified, notified
The Dubois County Health Department reported the close contacts of the individual diagnosed with COVID-19 have been identified and notified of their potential exposure. Indiana Department of Health announced March 22 the first positive case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dubois County. All preliminary close contacts of the patient have been IDENTIFIED and NOTIFIED by…
Jasper gas line breakage causes evacuation
A contractor struck a gas line Monday morning in Jasper. According to the City of Jasper, a contractor working on 36th Street struck a gas line and immediately notified the city. Fire and police shut down access to the area and evacuated businesses and residents until the gas line was repaired. A notice was sent…
Indiana Stay-At-Home order FAQ
When does the order take effect? The Stay-At-Home Order takes effect Tuesday, March 24 at 11:59 p.m. ET. When does the order end? The order ends on Monday, April 6, at 11:59 p.m. ET, but could be extended if the outbreak warrants it. Where does the order apply? The Stay-At-Home Order applies to the entire…
Governor orders Hoosiers to stay home
In statewide address, Governor also limits state government services Governor Eric J. Holcomb delivered a statewide address today to order that Hoosiers remain in their homes except when they are at work or for permitted activities, such as taking care of others, obtaining necessary supplies, and for health and safety. The order is in effect…
Community Foundation announces initial response to COVID-19
The Dubois County Community Foundation announced funding and new processes to expedite assistance for urgent or critical needs in the county in response to COVID-19. For nearly 25 years, Dubois County Community Foundation has provided grant dollars to support vital efforts in our community. We have worked with partners across the county to improve healthcare,…
Ferdinand: Paper could overwhelm wastewater treatment plant and infrastructure
The Town of Ferdinand is asking its residents to only flush toilet paper and no other paper products. Ferdinand Town Manager Chris James sent out a message to media from the town’s wastewater superintendent asking Ferdinand residents to refrain from flushing paper towels, napkins, tissues, wet-wipes (even those labeled “flushable”), diapers, feminine hygiene products and…
First Dubois County COVID-19 case confirmed (Spanish version included)
First COVID-19 case in Dubois County now laboratory confirmed.  COVID-19 Situation Report and Guidance On March 22, Dubois County Health Department (DCHD) announced the first laboratory confirmed positive case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dubois County.  DCHD is working with Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) and the medical community to identify any close contact…
Small business initiative launched to help during COVID-19
gener8tor, in partnership with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, announced a new initiative supporting Indiana small businesses affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. Under the Emergency Response Program, small businesses and entrepreneurs will have access to a free, week-long webinar series designed to identify and leverage critical resources in order to weather this ongoing public health…
Health Dept. asks for voluntary closure of certain businesses
The Dubois County Health Department issued a clarification on the earlier request for non-essential businesses to close. “The reason we are asking for voluntary closure is done with the intention of providing social distancing (at least six feet away from other people) and limiting gatherings to fewer than 10 people. Some businesses have accomplished this…
Dubois County Health Dept. closed to public, devotes resources to COVID-19
As the situation of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) continues to change rapidly, the Dubois County Health Department has closed to the public. Our top priority remains for the health, safety, and well-being of our community, the department stated in a press release, but due to the public health emergency, the Dubois County Health Department is…
State reports two more deaths from COVID-19
The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today announced that two more Hoosiers have died after testing positive for COVID-19, bringing to six the number of Indiana deaths related to the novel coronavirus. The patients were adult residents of Scott and Marion counties. Both were over age 50 and had underlying medical conditions. No additional…
76 new cases in state; one in Dubois County
Sunday, the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) reported 76 new positive cases of COVID-19, bringing to 201 the number of Hoosiers diagnosed through ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories. Four Hoosiers have died. …
First COVID-19 case in Dubois County
Indiana Department of Health announced today the first presumptive positive case of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Dubois County. The Dubois County Health Department has been expecting this and is prepared to respond, they said in a statement. The Dubois County Health Department will initiate an investigation and notify ONLY close contact persons and businesses of…
Health Department announces 4th COVID-19 death in Indiana
The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today confirmed the fourth Indiana death from COVID-19. The patient is a Delaware County adult over age 60 who had been hospitalized. No additional information about the patient will be released due to privacy laws. The death was first announced by the Delaware County Health Department. As of…
47 new COVID-19 cases in state; none in Dubois County
The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today reported 47 new positive cases of COVID-19, bringing to 126 the number of Hoosiers diagnosed through ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories. Three Hoosiers have died. In total, 833 Hoosiers have been tested, including 279 who were tested in the last…
Health Department reports no cases; testing is underway
There are NO confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. The main focus now is to prevent this infection in our local community. We all must do our part to implement social distancing, self-isolation, and good hand washing to prevent infection of this virus. The Dubois County Health Department reminds all citizens the best…
Voices: Six feet of separation
While these things continue to develop, I took what time I had to meet with several people across the county to briefly talk about this situation. While by no means a great cross-section of the diversity we have here, I decided to stop meeting with folks in person. Weston Allen is waiting out his senior…
Jasper, Huntingburg mayors provide Facebook live update on COVID-19
Mayor Dean Vonderheide and Mayor Denny Spinner provided a video conference on Facebook with a Spanish translation by Eber Menjivar.
Gov., Secretary of State, parties agree to move Indiana Primary to June 2
Governor Eric Holcomb joined Secretary of State Connie Lawson, Republican Party Chair Kyle Hupfer and Democratic Party Chair John Zody today to announce an agreement to move the date of this year’s Indiana primary election from May 5 to June 2. All dates corresponding with the primary election will be moved by 28 days to…
Cases up to 79 across state, one in Evansville
The Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) today reported 23 new positive cases of COVID-19, bringing to 79 the number of Hoosiers diagnosed through ISDH, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and private laboratories. Two Hoosiers have died. The new cases involve residents of Allen (1), Boone (1), Floyd (1), Grant (1), Hamilton…
Mental Health tips and hotline information
The Dubois County Mental Health Committee Community Support Team shared three basic tips to help the public manage their stress and anxiety during this time of uncertainty. Control what you can Limit your exposure to the media and get information from reputable sources Practice Self-Care and Positive Coping If you are in need of…
Health Department’s focus in the community is prevention
Spanish version below. According to the Dubois County Health Department, there are NO confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Dubois County residents. “The main focus now is to prevent this infection in our local community,” administrative director Jo Ann Spaulding stated in a press release. “We all must do our part to implement social distancing, self-isolation,…
Memorial provides video update on COVID-19
Dr. Stan Tretter and Dr. Michael Johns provide an update for COVID-19 (Coronavirus) for March 19, 2020.
