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In a new executive order, Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb says only retail businesses that provide necessities of life are allowed to remain open, as the number of COVID-19 cases in the state continues to climb. The governor also extended the state’s “stay at home” order, until April 20. In a …

Two arrests are made for a pair of break ins in Hicksville. Javier Carrillo was picked up by police after an East Cornelia Street burglary. His bond was set at $50,000. Officials say another suspect was brought in after another break in, this time at a West High Street location. …

Edgerton is waiving late fees on utility bills until further notice. No penalty will be added to delinquent bills, and arrangements will be handled in a case-by-case basis. Also, no water meters or electric meters will be disconnected for nonpayment right now, but a limiter may be installed on electric …

Steuben County health officials confirm two new cases of coronavirus. Both patients are under 60 years old. One is in isolation, receiving treatment in an Allen County hospital. The county says they have been in contact with the patients and the Indiana State Department of Health epidemiologist…to identify and monitor …

Ohio’s expanded stay-at-home order that takes effect includes several new provisions. Essential businesses are now being told to determine and enforce a maximum number of customers allowed in a store at one time, and to ensure that people waiting outside are maintaining safe social distancing. Travelers arriving in Ohio are …

Gov., DeWine tells reporters he won’t require people to wear cloth masks in public…but is strongly encouraging their use. He signed an executive order, removing training requirements for mental health and marriage counselors, to make remote “telehealth” visits more accessible. He added the state is working to procure more N95 …

A federal judge in Cleveland dismisses an effort by pharmacy companies to shift their liability for the opioid crisis to physicians and practitioners in the two Ohio counties suing them, alleging they created a public nuisance. The judge added, adding claims against prescribers would cause a significant delay in the …

Williams County health officials report the first case of COVID-19. Currently, the department is seeking to identify any close contacts of the resident, who would require testing or monitoring for symptoms of coronavirus. The patient is now in a 14-day isolation period. The Health Department wants continued social distancing of …

A motorcycle crash in DeKalb County. Officials say a dog ran out onto County Road 64, in front of 70-year-old Gerald Capehart. He hits the dog, causing the motorcycle to overturn, ejecting Capehart. He was taken Parkview Regional for some cuts and shoulder pain. The crash remains under investigation by …

Ohio’s stay-at-home and essential businesses order has been extended to May 1, with a significant change for retail businesses, to go into effect on Monday. The order will require retail businesses to self-determine a max occupancy for their buildings, post it, and enforce it. This, in response to complaints over …