MOUNT VERNON – Friday evening, Knox Public Health received notice of the first lab confirmed case of COVID-19 in a Knox County resident. The individual is a 28-year-old female who works in Franklin County and was tested at a drive-thru clinic in Franklin County. No additional demographic information relating to the case will be released […]
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DeWine: Lucas County man, 76, is Ohio’s first COVID-19 death
COLUMBUS — Saying the battle against COVID-19 had entered a new phase, Gov. Mike DeWine announced the state’s first death from the virus and also sent a clear warning to businesses not complying with his previous orders. Mark Wagoner Sr., 76, died from the coronavirus, the governor said Friday during his daily press briefing. Wagoner […]
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Mansfield Municipal Court institutes operational changes due to COVID-19
MANSFIELD — Mansfield Municipal Court’s judges have instituted temporary changes in court operations due to COVID-19, seeking to minimize the number of people coming to court. “A modification of the Mansfield Municipal Court’s schedule and daily operations is needed to protect the public while maintaining essential court functions and protecting the rights of all individuals […]
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Mansfield mayor declares state of emergency in the city
MANSFIELD — Mansfield Mayor Tim Theaker, due to the COVID-19 outbreak, has declared a state of emergency for the city, which will close the downtown municipal building to the public. “This is unprecedented times for the nation, state and the City of Mansfield. Pursuant to the actions taken by the Governor of the State of […]
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Ohio unemployment claims continue to skyrocket due to COVID-19
COLUMBUS — New unemployment claims in Ohio continue to skyrocket as local employers grapple with the effects of the COVID-19 virus. There were 139,468 claims filed from Sunday through Thursday, according to the Ohio Dpeartment of Job & Family Services. That’s an average of 27,894 per day. During the same five-day period last week, there […]
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Here’s how to keep your kids active during COVID-19
ONTARIO — With schools and sports leagues cancelled for the next few weeks, health educators are encouraging healthy children to continue being physically active at home and outdoors. “One of the great things about Richland County is the variety of resources we have to stay active and healthy,” said Reed Richmond, health education and communications […]
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Avita Health System no longer permitting patient visitors, effective Friday
BUCYRUS/GALION/ONTARIO — In an effort to protect patients, visitors, employees, medical staff, and the community during the COVID-19 outbreak, Avita Health System will no longer permit visitors at Bucyrus, Galion, and Ontario hospitals, effective Friday, until further notice. There are limited exceptions to the visitor restrictions, including: — patients receiving end-of-life care — patients under […]
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Shelby declares state of emergency due to COVID-19 pandemic
SHELBY — Mayor Steve Schag officially declared a state of emergency in the city of Shelby on Thursday, mirroring the state of emergencies declared on the state and national level. The proclamation addressed many city services that will be changing their policies to reflect the health and safety guidelines put forth by the Centers for Disease […]
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Richland County reports 1st case of coronavirus
MANSFIELD – Richland County has its first COVID-19 positive test result, according to local health officials, though no information about the patient is being released. Richland Public Health was notified Thursday of a positive test result for coronavirus, the contagious illness that began in China and has quickly spread around the world. Health department officials […]
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Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development president shares COVID-19 business information
MANSFIELD — We’re walking this road alongside you (metaphorically) as each day brings new information, requests and resources regarding COVID-19. To those who are sharing ideas and resources and answering questions…thank you…and please keep them coming! Thanks to all who took our survey. There is still time (owners/managers only please). I will forewarn you that […]