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GOP- Be in the Know: Supplemental

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Central Committee:
     Wayne Parke, Chairman
     Mary Jo Kaiser, Political Director
     Dottie Thomas, Vice Chairman
     Lon Walters, Secretary
     Farley Smith, Treasurer
     Kevin Harrison, Editor  
Supplemental Edition: News and Upcoming Events for March 13, 2020

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Gov. Holcomb Announcement on COVID-19 
For Immediate Release:
Thursday, March 12, 2020
Gov. Holcomb Announces New Steps to Protect Public from COVID-19
INDIANAPOLIS – Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced additional steps the state will take to reduce the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Indiana. As of noon today, the state has 12 Hoosiers who have tested presumptively positive for COVID-19.
“This is a time when we must do all we can to reduce the spread of COVID-19, protect our most vulnerable populations and reduce their potential to acquire or spread this virus,” said Gov. Holcomb. “While some actions are drastic, now, not later, is the time to act.”
Here are the actions Gov. Holcomb is initiating today.
  •          Non-essential gatherings must be limited to no more than 250 people. This includes any event or gathering of people who are in one room or a single space at the same time, such as cafeterias, churches, stadiums, meeting and conference rooms, auditoriums and the like. This guidance applies to professional, social, community and similar other gatherings. Detailed guidance will be posted on the Indiana State Department of Health website by the end of the day.
  •          Effective immediately, school corporations will be provided with a 20-day waiver of the required 180 instructional days for use as needed for the remainder of the academic year. The waived days do not need to be used consecutively and can be leveraged as needed.
    •   If a school corporation has evidence of community spread or a confirmed positive test for coronavirus, officials should consult with the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana State Department of Health for additional steps. Schools should plan now for broader closures, including eLearning and remote classroom options.
    •    The Department of Education will release additional guidance detailing the process for submitting waiver requests as early as Friday.
    •    Schools should follow the guidelines for non-essential gatherings as they make decisions about non-essential extra-curricular or co-curricular activities.
    •          Child care and adult day care facilities should institute social distancing and minimize large gatherings. Temporary suspension of operations should be done in consultation with the Family and Social Services and ISDH in the instance of documented community spread.
    •          Nursing facilities and hospitals should restrict and screen visitors. Any individual who is allowed to visit is restricted to the patient’s room. Visitors are not allowed if they present with any of this criteria:
      •    Display signs or symptoms of illness, especially respiratory illness
      •    Have traveled internationally or been in contact with someone with a respiratory illness in the past 14 days
      •    Reside in a community with a known COVID-19 case
      •    Those who are less than 18 years of age
      •     The Indiana Department of Correction has suspended visitation at all facilities as a precaution for the health and safety of IDOC staff and offenders.
      •          Individuals over 60 years of age or those with a known underlying health issue such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes or chronic respiratory disease should limit their public exposure. Whenever possible, friends and family should arrange to provide food and other essential items.
      •          Those who run senior centers and congregate meal services should consider suspending congregate meals services and arrange for home delivery
      •          Encourage businesses to utilize telework policies, if available
Governor Holcomb is also issuing guidance for state employee operations. The state will suspend all non-essential out-of-state and international travel beginning today and for the next 45 days. The state is also providing employees with guidance about the use of leave and remote work options for limited durations while ensuring the delivery of essential state services. The guidance is attached.
“I fully expect there will be additional actions warranted in the coming days,” Gov. Holcomb said. “Just as we have since the beginning of the year, we are working with partners at all levels to secure all necessary resources for any escalation of this virus.”
If you are sick with COVID-19 or suspect you are infected with the virus:
  •          Stay home unless you need to seek medical care.
  •          Avoid public areas and public transportation
  •          Stay away from others as much as possible, especially people who are the most at risk such as older adults with multiple medical problems and those with a weakened immune system
  •          Don’t shake hands
  •          Seek prompt medical attention if your illness is worsening such as difficulty breathing and call your doctor or healthcare facility before you seek care.
More information may be found at the ISDH website at https://on.in.gov/COVID19 and the CDC website at https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html.


Indiana GOP Chairman Kyle Hupfer Addresses Rumor Concerning
Indiana Republican State Convention
Indiana Republicans,

I hate to address every rumor that gets put out on the internet, but one circulating today about the Republican State Convention goes to the heart of our Party functions. As Chairman, I need to set the record straight: There are no plans to cancel state convention.

I wanted to make sure that Republicans across the state, and especially our convention delegates, have the facts about informal discussions that have taken place among members of our state committee.

Like most other large organizations that have upcoming events that will attract robust crowds, the Indiana Republican Party needs to be prepared with possible contingency plans if our planned state convention in June is impacted by the coronavirus. We do not anticipate the same sort of crowd control precautions taking place today in relation to sporting events to still be necessary in June. However, the responsible course of action is to be prepared, just in case.

To that end, this morning, I had a call with members of the state committee to begin discussing what contingencies could look like if we are, indeed, impacted. While there is much uncertainty as we start these discussions, there is consensus and clarity that our first priority is to proceed with the convention as planned. In the event that is not an option, our second priority is to seek an option that includes input from our delegates as our general election nominees are selected. As we get closer to the convention we will ensure that we keep everyone well informed.

Thank you for all you do for the Republican Party.

-Kyle Hupfer
Chairman, Indiana Republican Party
 

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  Mark Your calendar                CLICK on event for more information
March 19 (5:30pm) Hahn for County Council Fundraiser
March 21 (7:30am) VCRP Monthly Breakfast
March 24  (3:00 pm) County Commission Meeting
March 30 (5:30 pm) City Council Meeting
April 1 (3:30 pm) County Council Meeting
April 6 (5:30 pm)
April 6
Voter Registration Ends
April 7
Early Voting at the Election Office Begins
April 20 Early Voting at Libraries Begins
April 25 Early Voting on Saturdays Begins
May 1 Last Day for Early Voting at Libraries
May 2 Last Day for Saturday Early Votings
May 4 (Noon) Early Voting at the Election Office End
May 5 Primary Election Day

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VANDERBURGH COUNTY RECENT BOOKING RECORDS

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SOUTHWEST INDIANA CHAMBER PRESIDENT & CEO JOINS ST. LOUIS FEDERAL RESERVE BANK BOARD – LOUISVILLE BRANCH

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Tara Barney, president, and CEO of the Southwest Indiana Chamber has been appointed to fill a three-year term on the Louisville board of directors of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

Also serving on the board are Chair Emerson M. Goodwin, vice president of operations at KentuckyCare in Paducah, Ky.; Patrick J. Glotzbach, director of New Independent Bancshares Inc. in Charlestown, Ind.; Ben Reno-Weber, director of the Greater Louisville Project; Sadiqa N. Reynolds, president and CEO of the Louisville Urban League; David Tatman, executive director of the Kentucky Automotive Industry Association in Frankfort, Ky.; and Blake B. Willoughby, chairman, and president of First Breckinridge Bancshares Inc. in Irvington, Ky.

Members of the St. Louis Fed’s board of directors and the boards of its three branches in Little Rock, Ark., Louisville, Ky., and Memphis, Tenn., are familiar with the economic and credit conditions of their respective regions. Their observations-along with the economic data and information gathered and analyzed by St. Louis Fed staff-help ensure that conditions of Main Street America are represented in Federal Open Market Committee deliberations in Washington, D.C. For a current listing of all directors, see https://www.stlouisfed.org/about-us/our-leadership/board-of-directors.

Important COVID-19 Update From USI President Ronald S. Rochon

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While there are no cases of the coronavirus COVID-19 on the USI campus, we know there are multiple confirmed cases in the state of Indiana, and we expect that there will be more in the near future. We continue to align our recommendations with, and follow guidelines from, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other cities, state and federal agencies.

Nothing is more important to me than the well-being of all members of our campus community. Given the recent escalation of this virus in the state and around the country and world, and with the health and safety of our students and campus community always top of mind, the following policies are effective immediately (or by specific dates as noted):

Spring break for students has been extended one week through Sunday, March 22. While campus will remain open, all in-person courses will be moved to online or alternative delivery by Monday, March 23. Upon resuming coursework on March 23, students should log into Blackboard to find their courses and instructional information. Previously scheduled online courses, including those with a start date of March 16, will continue as scheduled unless otherwise communicated by the instructor. At this time, our plan is for classes to resume in person Monday, April 6.

During the extended spring break and online instruction period, the campus will remain open and normal campus operations will continue. All employees are to report to work as usual. Faculty should use this time to move courses online and prepare for online instruction. Resources are available on the Online Learning website to aid faculty through this transition. Faculty should direct questions to their deans.

If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and/or develop a fever or symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, contact:

  • the University Health Center at 812-465-1250 to report;
  • your primary healthcare provider;
  • for students – the Dean of Students Office and for employees – your supervisor.

Call your healthcare provider before visiting in person. Do not return to campus until evaluated. The CDC has direct guidance for people who have had close contact with a person confirmed to have, or being evaluated for, COVID-19. If determined necessary by medical personnel, residential students needing to quarantine will have access to do so through campus housing.

Student Services

Students who have access to a permanent residence off-campus are strongly encouraged to remain there. However, University Housing is currently open, and students wishing to return to their on-campus residence may do so. Residence hall front desks and the Community Center front desk will maintain spring break hours and staffing throughout the extended recess and online offerings.

USI Dining will offer meals for students, faculty and staff, and meal plans will be honored during the extended spring break and through the period of online instruction. Dining options and hours of operation will be shared as they become available on the USI Dining (Sodexo) website.

All University offices will remain open unless otherwise stated. USI student services, including the Dean of Students Office; David L. Rice Library; Recreation, Fitness and Wellness Center; Counseling Center; Disability Resources and University Health Center will remain open with adjusted hours and services. Check the USI website for updated hours of operation.

Travel

All University-sponsored or University-led domestic and international air travel is suspended until further notice. A faculty or staff member who believes they have an essential business reason to travel by air can request a waiver through their vice president, but the expectation is such waivers will be rare.

The University strongly discourages personal international travel at this time. Anyone who travels to a Level 3 or above country will be subject to CDC-recommended self-quarantine guidelines for 14 days.

Events

To minimize contact among groups of people, all University-sponsored events, including those hosted by registered student organizations, are suspended effective immediately through Sunday, April 5. In addition, events organized by outside parties which are scheduled to take place on USI’s campus or in University-owned or -operated venues (i.e. New Harmony Gallery of Contemporary Art) are also suspended through Sunday, April 5. Event organizers are responsible for determining if events will be rescheduled. Small group meetings for faculty and staff may continue as necessary. The University plans to host Commencement exercises, but a final decision will be made at a later date. At this time, events planned beyond Sunday, April 5 remain unaffected.

Athletics

USI Athletics championship season competitions will continue as scheduled, with close monitoring by the USI Athletics Department and University leadership. In line with a decision by the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), attendance at games/events held on the USI campus and other home venues will be limited to student-athletes and their immediate family members, coaches and essential staff.

USI Athletic teams will continue to participate in championship season away games/events, but these events will be closely monitored by the USI Athletics Department. Any changes will be communicated to student-athletes and coaches. All air travel to competitions is suspended through Sunday, April 5, subject to change.

Prevention

I ask that each of you continue to follow the CDC recommendations for prevention:

  • Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.
  • Contact your health care provider BEFORE visiting in person.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
  • Stay home when you are sick.
  • Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
  • Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.

We know you have questions, and this is a fast-evolving situation. Please consult www.usi.edu/covid-19 to learn more and follow updates.

While these new measures will cause disruption, the risk of inaction outweighs the inconvenience of these temporary measures. The safety of our campus community is always our top priority. We require your cooperation, patience and collaboration to ensure an appropriate response across our institution to this rapidly changing situation.

Sincerely,

Ronald S. Rochon, PhD
USI President

Gov. Holcomb Announces New Steps to Protect Public from COVID-19

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In an effort to keep our stakeholders fully informed, FSSA will be sharing news about COVID-19 from the Indiana State Department of Health. Here is the latest news release issued today:

Gov. Holcomb Announces New Steps to Protect Public from COVID-19

INDIANAPOLIS — Governor Eric J. Holcomb today announced additional steps the state will take to reduce the spread of novel coronavirus (COVID-19) in Indiana. As of noon today, the state has 12 Hoosiers who have tested presumptively positive for COVID-19.

“This is a time when we must do all we can to reduce the spread of COVID-19, protect our most vulnerable populations and reduce their potential to acquire or spread this virus,” said Gov. Holcomb. “While some actions are drastic, now, not later, is the time to act.”

Here are the actions Gov. Holcomb is initiating today.

  • Non-essential gatherings must be limited to no more than 250 people. This includes any event or gathering of people who are in one room or a single space at the same time, such as cafeterias, churches, stadiums, meeting and conference rooms, auditoriums and the like. This guidance applies to professional, social, community and similar other gatherings. Detailed guidance will be posted on the Indiana State Department of Health website by the end of the day.
  • Effective immediately, school corporations will be provided with a 20-day waiver of the required 180 instructional days for use as needed for the remainder of the academic year. The waived days do not need to be used consecutively and can be leveraged as needed.
    • If a school corporation has evidence of community spread or a confirmed positive test for coronavirus, officials should consult with the Indiana Department of Education and the Indiana State Department of Health for additional steps. Schools should plan now for broader closures, including eLearning and remote classroom options.
    • The Department of Education will release additional guidance detailing the process for submitting waiver requests as early as Friday.
    • Schools should follow the guidelines for non-essential gatherings as they make decisions about non-essential extra-curricular or co-curricular activities.
  • Child care and adult day care facilities should institute social distancing and minimize large gatherings. Temporary suspension of operations should be done in consultation with the Family and Social Services and ISDH in the instance of documented community spread.
  • Nursing facilities and hospitals should restrict and screen visitors. Any individual who is allowed to visit is restricted to the patient’s room. Visitors are not allowed if they present with any of these criteria:
    • Display signs or symptoms of illness, especially respiratory illness
    • Have traveled internationally or been in contact with someone with a respiratory illness in the past 14 days
    • Reside in a community with a known COVID-19 case
    • Those who are less than 18 years of age
  • The Indiana Department of Correction has suspended visitation at all facilities as a precaution for the health and safety of IDOC staff and offenders.
  • Individuals over 60 years of age or those with a known underlying health issue such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes or chronic respiratory disease should limit their public exposure. Whenever possible, friends and family should arrange to provide food and other essential items.
  • Those who run senior centers and congregate meal services should consider suspending congregate meals services and arrange for home delivery
  • Encourage businesses to utilize telework policies, if available

Governor Holcomb is also issuing guidance for state employee operations. The state will suspend all non-essential out-of-state and international travel beginning today and for the next 45 days. The state is also providing employees with guidance about the use of leave and remote work options for limited durations while ensuring the delivery of essential state services. The guidance is attached.

“I fully expect there will be additional actions warranted in the coming days,” Gov. Holcomb said. “Just as we have since the beginning of the year, we are working with partners at all levels to secure all necessary resources for any escalation of this virus.”

If you are sick with COVID-19 or suspect you are infected with the virus:

  • Stay home unless you need to seek medical care.
  • Avoid public areas and public transportation
  • Stay away from others as much as possible, especially people who are the most at risks such as older adults with multiple medical problems and those with a weakened immune system
  • Don’t shake hands
  • Seek prompt medical attention if your illness is worsening such as difficulty breathing and call your doctor or healthcare facility before you seek care.

ELLIS PARK RACING AND CASINO TO PROTECT HEALTH AND SAFETY OF CUSTOMERS DURING COVID-19 CRISIS

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ELLIS PARK RACING AND CASINO TO PROTECT HEALTH AND SAFETY OF CUSTOMERS DURING COVID-19 CRISIS
Dear Valued Guest,
Just like you, we are closely monitoring any new developments in Kentucky regarding COVID-19 (coronavirus). We are committed to doing everything we can to protect the health and safety of our guests and employees. As a result, we’ve decided to raise our usual standards of cleanliness even higher.
Our Commitment To Cleanliness:
We take standards for hygiene and cleanliness very seriously and are taking additional steps to ensure the safety of our guests and associates. Our facility’s safety and health measures are designed to address a broad spectrum of viruses, including COVID-19, and include everything from hand-washing hygiene and common area cleaning procedures. Specific steps for prevention and sanitation include:
  • Expanding our standard sanitary protocols to include the use of hospital-grade disinfectants.
  • Promoting common-sense preventative measures and sanitation that would work for any virus including the flu, COVID-19, etc.
  • Increasing the number of public hands sanitizing stations located throughout the property for both guests and employees.
  • Posting proper procedures in all back-of-house work areas.
  • Instructing employees to wash hands before and after eating and before returning to a work area.
  • Increasing the frequency of disinfectant procedures with a focus on faucets & toilet flush levers, doorknobs and locks, entrance and exit doors, handrails, slot machine handles & buttons, elevator buttons, light switches, etc.
  • Making sure that all tableware, dishes, cutlery, carts, and glassware are washed and sanitized.
  • Providing Food & Beverage Staff with additional training on cleanliness and sanitation.
  • Encouraging staff to stay home if they exhibit any symptoms of the flu or a cold.
We are continuing to communicate with our employees and guests on guidance for prevention. That guidance remains:
  • Wash hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
  • Avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands.
  • Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
A full list of preventative measures and guidelines can be found here.
Here at Ellis Park Racing & Gaming, your safety is our highest priority. You can expect our staff to be attentive and vigilant in our expanded sanitary measures until further notice so that you can enjoy the games you love at the place we call home.
Sincerely,
Jeffery Inman
General Manager
Ellis Park Racing & Gaming
For more info, please call 812-435-1456 or Visit Us Online

Coursework At Ivy Tech Delayed Until March 23; Classes To Be Delivered Virtually

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Ivy Tech Community College is delaying the continuation of current courses and the start of new 8-week courses until March 23 at which time the College will move to deliver all courses virtually. The College plans to deliver courses virtually through April 5 initially. The College will monitor and adjust this timeline as more is learned about COVID-19 nationwide and in the state.

Ivy Tech locations will remain open to provide student and business office assistance including the ability for students to meet with advisors, admissions and financial aid, use computers, and access to faculty as needed. Accommodations will be made for labs, clinics, and some technology courses to meet in groups of 10 or less as needed if social distancing can be assured. Information regarding such meetings will be provided to students from their faculty. Faculty and staff will continue to be on location to provide assistance. Ivy Tech students are currently on spring break.

“While our students have been on spring break we have continuously monitored the coronavirus pandemic and have weighed all options. Our focus is always on the safety and academic success of our students. At this time, given the escalating cases in Indiana and across the country, we believe that offering our courses virtually is now the most viable alternative. Ivy Tech currently offers nearly half of our courses online. However, with more than 1,600 faculty across our 18 campuses, we will use next week to provide faculty the training, tools, and support to deliver quality instruction to our students so that they can successfully move forward with their educational and career goals,” Ivy Tech President Sue Ellspermann said.

Ivy Tech offers 16-week courses that started in January and were at the midway point in the semester when spring break started on March 9. The restart of those courses will be delayed one week with this change. The College also offers a large number of 8-week courses, which had either ended by March 9 or are scheduled to begin on March 16. The start date of those second 8-week courses will be delayed with all courses starting again on March 23. In all cases, under the current plan, the semester will extend an additional week and conclude May 17. The College has not announced any changes regarding commencement ceremonies at this time.

Ivy Tech will continue to post updates at www.ivytech.edu/COVID-19

 

 

FOOD INSPECTION REPORT FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

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FOOD INSPECTION REPORT FOR VANDERBURGH COUNTY

Food Inspections 3-12-20

“Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” March 13, 2020

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“Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” March 13, 2020

“Right Jab And Middle Jab And Left Jab” was created because we have a couple of commenters that post on a daily basis either in our “IS IT TRUE” or “Readers Forum” columns concerning National or International issues.
The majority of our “IS IT TRUE” columns are about local or state issues, so we have decided to give our more opinionated readers exclusive access to our newly created “LEFT JAB and Middle Jab and RIGHT JAB”  column. They now have this post to exclusively discuss national or world issues that they feel passionate about.
We shall be posting the “LEFT JAB” AND “MIDDLE JAB” AND “RIGHT JAB” several times a week.  Oh, “LEFT JAB” is a liberal view, “MIDDLE JAB” is the libertarian view and the “RIGHT JAB is representative of the more conservative views. Also, any reader who would like to react to the written comments in this column is free to do so.
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