Ohio now under statewide mask order
Friday was the first day of a statewide mask order in Ohio, seen as necessary to slow the growth of the coronavirus.
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Initial weekly unemployment claims drop 15%
The number of Ohioans filing applications for first-time jobless benefits fell by 15% last week, a sign the state’s economy continues to slowly come back to life following the shutdown intended to contain the COVID-19 pandemic.
DeWine orders statewide mask mandate
Governor Mike DeWine has expanded a mask order already in effect for 19 Ohio counties to the remainder of the state to control the spread of the coronavirus.
Ohio coronavirus hospitalizations rise
Figures released by the Ohio Department of Health show a slight dip in new coronavirus cases while hospitalizations are rising again.
DeWine: Mask order may cover ‘a lot more counties’ this week
Governor Mike DeWine says an order requiring masks to be worn in public may include “a lot more counties” next week as COVID-19 continues to spread in the state.
Nicklaus and wife had COVID-19
Jack Nicklaus says he and wife Barbara tested positive for the coronavirus at the onset of the pandemic.
Columbus schools reexamine plan to open buildings
A rise in cases of COVID-19 has officials in Ohio’s largest school district rethinking their plan for reopening for the new school year.
Coming attraction: Cinema on water due in Columbus
Beyond Cinema, an Australian production company, is bringing Floating Boat Cinema to Columbus
DeWine vetoes bill weaking health orders; state sees biggest 1-day jump in COVID-19 cases
As promised, Gov. Mike DeWine vetoed a bill Friday that would have prohibited criminal penalties for violations of state or local health orders related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Unemployment rate continues decline
Ohio’s unemployment rate fell by 3% in June to 10.9% from a revised 13.9% in May, reflecting the state’s gradual recovery from the COVID-19 shutdown.