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Governor’s COVID-19 Update: Phase 1B Timeline

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted yesterday provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic. PHASE 1B TIMELINE Governor DeWine yesterday reemphasized the vaccine distribution timeline for Phase 1B of Ohio’s vaccination program which is set to begin next week with those ages 80 and older. This week: … Continued

Cuyahoga County Commits $2 Million of CARES ACT Funding for Mortgage Assistance Program

CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OH – County homeowners who have been impacted by COVID-19 may be eligible for mortgage payment assistance. Cuyahoga County Council approved $2 million of the County CARES Act funding received through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program to provide a one-time, zero interest deferred … Continued

Vaccine Updates From Governor – 1/8/21

The following items were discussed by Governor DeWine at his press conference on Friday, January 8, 2021. All 88 counties have a level of spread that is at least three times more than what the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) considers high incidence. A county-by-county breakdown outlining the presence of COVID-19 in all … Continued

Governor Releases New Stay Safe Ohio Protocol

Governor DeWine yesterday unveiled a new Stay Safe Ohio Protocol. The protocol was developed in partnership with medical professionals across the state to inform Ohioans how to safely live with the virus. See below for a graphic outlining the important points.  For more information from the State of Ohio, visit the Ohio Department of Health … Continued

County Announces New Restaurant Stabilization Fund

The Cuyahoga County Small Business Stabilization Fund received an additional $1.2 million in funding to provide grants to restaurant owners. Grants of up to $10,000 will be awarded to help offset unpaid rent, utilities, and COVID-19 safety-related costs incurred from March 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020. Applications Open: December 4, 2020 at 2:30 p.m. … Continued

Health Order Signed Encouraging Ohioans to Stay Home

(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced that Ohio Department of Health Director Stephanie McCloud signed a health order encouraging people to stay at home during specified hours unless they are working or engaged in an essential activity. “As COVID-19 continues to spread in Ohio, we need a stronger response to minimize the impact on … Continued

ODJFS to Provide Up to $25 Million in CARES Act Grants to Nonprofit Agencies

COLUMBUS, OHIO – The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) today announced the process for nonprofit organizations that serve low-income and at-risk Ohioans to apply for federal CARES (Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security) Act grants. Up to $25 million will be awarded. “Those who were in need prior to this pandemic are … Continued

State Issues New Order Regarding Gatherings

The Ohio Department of Health has issued a revised health order to limit mass gatherings in Ohio. In order to minimize the spread of COVID-19 through airborne particles passing between people in close contact, wedding receptions, funeral repasts, and other events at banquet facilities are subject to the restrictions below. This order does not apply … Continued

Case Data Now Available By Zipcode

The State of Ohio coronavirus web site now has a dashboard on which users can filter case data by zip code.  Click here for a direct link to this resource.

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