Indiana COVID-19 Data

as of 11:59 pm, May 3

20,507 cases; 1,151 deaths; 113,297 tests completed

 All 92 counties have confirmed cases (as of April 12)

The ISHD provides a daily map of the state's counties with confirmed COVID-19 cases and deaths. That information, along with number of tests each county has conducted to date,appears on the

ISHD's dashboard map

 

The dashboard now also offers statistics on the percentage of COVID-19 cases by race and ethnicity types.

 

 

Pulaski County

29 cases - 0 deaths - 240 tests

 

Pulaski County Case Timeline

April 5: First case reported

April 22: 3 cases reported

April 23: 3 cases reported

April 24: 2 cases reported

April 25: 4 cases reported

April 26: 5 cases reported

April 27: 3 cases reported

April 28: 2 cases reported

April 29: 0 cases reported

April 30: 2 cases reported

May 1: 1 case reported

May 2: 3 cases reported

May 3: 0 cases reported

 

Surrounding Counties

Jasper: 36 cases, 1 death

Starke: 17 cases, 2 deaths

Marshall: 31 cases, 1 death

Fulton: 33 cases, 1 deaths

Cass: 1,371 cases, 2 deaths

White: 99 cases, 0 deaths

 

Indiana ICU Beds Usage

2,970 Total Capacity

45.4% available ICU beds

16.3% ICU beds in use - COVID

38.3% ICU beds in use - non-COVID

 

 

Indiana Ventilator Usage

3,039 Total Capacity

80.5% available ventilators

8.2% ventilators in use - COVID

11.3% ventilators in use - non-COVID

 

While the number of cases has increased, intensive care unit and ventilator capacity remain steady. As of Monday, 45.5 percent of ICU beds and 80.5 percent of ventilators were available at hospitals throughout the state.

Another 113 probable deaths have been reported, a decrease of one from Sunday to remove a duplication. Probable deaths are those for which a physician listed COVID-19 as a contributing cause based on X-rays, scans and other clinical symptoms but for which no positive test is on record. Deaths are reported based on when data are received by ISDH and occurred over multiple days.

To date, 113,297 tests have been reported to ISDH, up from 108,859 on Sunday.

Marion County had the most new cases, at 154. Other counties with more than 10 new cases were Allen (46), Carroll (15), Cass (78), Elkhart (13), Hamilton (21), Hendricks (10), Howard (11), Johnson (12), Lake (61), Madison (11), St. Joseph (10), Steuben (15), Tippecanoe (29) and White (14). The Lake County totals include results from East Chicago and Gary, which have their own health departments.

Visit the ISDH COVID-19 dashboard at coronavirus.in.govfor additional information on cases. The dashboard will be updated at noon daily. All cases are listed by county of residence.

 

 

Timeline

of Indiana reported COVID-19 cases


March 6: first case reported (in Marion County)

March 7-10: 5 new cases; 6 total

March 11: 4 new cases; 10 total

March 12: 2 new; 12 total

March 13: 0 new; 12 total

March 14: 3 new; 15 total

March 15: 4 new; 19 total

March 16: 5 new; 24 total - first death reported

March 17: 6 new; 30 total - second death reported

March 18: 9 new; 39 total

March 19: 17 new; 56 total

March 20: 23 new; 79 total - third death reported

March 21: 47 new; 126 total - fourth death reported

March 22: 76 new; 201 total

March 23: 58 new; 259 total - three more deaths reported

March 24: 107 new; 365 total - five more deaths reported

March 25: 115 new; 477 total - two more deaths reported

March 26: 170 new; 645 total - three more deaths reported

March 27: 338 new; 981 total - seven more deaths reported

March 28: 338 new; 1,232 total - seven more deaths reported

March 29: 290 new; 1,514 total - one more death reported

March 30: 273 new: 1,786 total - three more deaths reported

March 31: 374 new; 2,159 total - 14 more deaths reported

 

April 1: 409 new cases; 2,565 total - 16 more deaths reported

April 2: 474 new; 3,039 total - 13 more deaths reported

April 3: 408 new; 3,437 total - 24 more deaths reported

April 4: 523 new; 3,953 total - 14 more deaths reported

April 5: 464 new; 4,411 total - 11 more deaths reported

April 6: 536 new; 4,944 total - 12 more deaths reported

April 7: 568 new; 5,507 total - 34 more deaths reported

April 8: 439 new; 5,943 total - 30 more deaths reported

April 9: 430 new; 6,351 total - 42 more deaths reported

April 10: 568 new; 6,907 total - 55 more deaths reported

April 11: 537 new; 7,435 total - 30 more deaths reported

April 12: 508 new; 7,928 total - 13 more deaths reported

April 13: 331 new; 8,236 total - seven more deaths reported

April 14: 313 new; 8,527 total - 37 more deaths reported

April 15: 440 new; 8,955 total - 49 more deaths reported

April 16: 611 new; 9,542 total - 41 more deaths reported

April 17: 642 new; 10,154 total - 42 more deaths reported

April 18: 529 new; 10,641 total - 26 more deaths reported

April 19: 577 new; 11,210 total - 17 more deaths reported

April 20: 505 new; 11,686 total - seven more deaths reported

April 21: 431 new, 12,097 total - 61 more deaths reported

April 22: 394 new; 12,438 total - 31 more deaths reported

April 23: 612 new; 13,039 total - 45 more deaths reported

April 24: 656 new; 13,680 total - 35 more deaths reported

April 25: 718 new; 14,395 total - 44 more deaths reported

April 26: 634 new; 15,012 total - 29 more deaths reported

April 27: 650 new; 16,588 total - 57 more deaths reported

April 28: 605 new; 17,182 total - 63 more deaths reported

April 29: 669 new: 17,835 total - 44 more deaths reported

April 30, 815 new; 18,630 total - 55 more deaths reported

 

May 1: 676 new; 19, 295 total - 53 more deaths reported

May 2: 645 new; 19, 933 total - 17 more deaths reported

May 3: 583 new; 20,507 total - 19 more deaths reported

 

 

  
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Local News Briefs

Indiana Election Division to perform voter list maintenance

In the absence of an election in 2025, the Indiana Election Division will perform routine voter list maintenance in an effort to maintain accurate voter rolls, reports Pulaski County Clerk JoLynn Behny.

 Beginning mid-May, registered voters with an “active” voter status will receive the first in a series of two postcards to verify the registered voter’s correct address. If the information on the post card is correct, the registered voter does not need to take any action.

I-65 to have overnight lane closures near State Road 14

 JASPER COUNTY - Indiana Department of Transportation contractor Rieth-Riley Construction will have overnight lane closures on I-65 from mile marker 217 to 223 (between SR 10 and SR 114) beginning on or after Monday, May 12.

I-65 will be reduced to one lane in the area where work is occurring during the overnight hours of approximately 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. Work will be ongoing through mid-October.

Spring property taxes due Monday, May 12

Pulaski County taxpayers are reminded by the Pulaski County Treasurer's Office that the spring installment of property taxes are due Monday, May 12.

The taxes may be paid at the County Building (Rm. 307) or County Highway Garage in Winamac, or at several banks around the county.

PMH seeks community input identifying health needs of local communities

Survey deadline May 17

WINAMAC - Pulaski Memorial Hospital has announced the launch of its 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment, a comprehensive initiative aimed at identifying and addressing the most pressing health needs of our local communities.

“Community feedback is essential” said Hospital CEO Steve Jarosinski. ”PMH will be gathering input from residents, local organizations, community leaders, and even other area healthcare professionals to better understand the health challenges and opportunities across the region.”

PCPL lists activities, programs for May

The Pulaski County Public Library has listed its programs and activities for May. They include restorative yoga classes, adult canvas painting, and the opening celebration of the Story Trail at the park.

For more information on any program, call the library at 574-946-3432 or visit the library’s website at www.pulaskicounty.lib.in.us. 

  

Indiana News

61 Pulaski County students earn Ivy Tech degrees, certificates

KOKOMO (May 9) - Ivy Tech Community College Kokomo Service Area, which includes campuses and instructional sites in Kokomo, Loganspor and Peru, celebrated the Class of 2025 with three commencement ceremonies Friday, May 9.

The events, divided by schools, honored 1,128 students who are expected to have completed work on 1,432 degrees and certificates by the end of the Fall 2024 and Spring and Summer 2025 terms.

Gov. Braun signs HB1144

INDIANAPOLIS (May 6) – Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has signed HB1144 which will make some adjustments in the state’s court systems.

Pulaski Superior Court and seven other rural courts have been spared from closure, following revisions made late last month to the proposed bill approved by both the state house and senate April 24 in the Indiana General Assembly.

Northwest Indiana Forum hosts legislative wrap-up

CHESTERTON (May 2) – The Northwest Indiana Forum welcomed over 90 members for its annual Legislative Wrap-Up event Friday featuring bipartisan legislators from Northwest Indiana.

An engaging and informative panel discussion with the six key state lawmakers reflected on the 2025 Indiana General Assembly session and its impact on the region.

Pulaski County March unemployment rate drops to 3.1%

Pulaski County's unemployment rate dropped to 3.1 percent in March, down from 4.3 percent in February, the Indiana Department of Workforce Development reported Monday, (April 21). The rate was 3.7 percent a year ago.

The county had 6,586 employed persons in a labor force of 6,795 in March. In February those numbers were 6,533 of 6,830. A year ago the numbers were 6,302 of 6.546.

 

Indiana Health News

Measles outbreak in 29 states continues to be of concern

The U.S Center for Disease Control continues to monitor the growing outbreak of measles in the U.S. which is approaching 1,000 cases in 29 states.

Eight cases have were reported in the Indiana last month, all in Allen County. No additional cases have been reported in the state since that time.

  

Post News

PCELN works to build infrastructure for quality childcare in Pulaski County

Pulaski County Early Learning Network (PCELN) is working to ensure families in Pulaski County have access to affordable, quality childcare.

The network notes that many different groups in the county community must come together to address this critical need. Access to high-quality early childhood education means that children are more likely to build a foundation for success in school and life.

West Central School Board honored by Indiana School Boards Association

FRANCESVILLE - The West Central School Corporation School Board has been recognized by the Indiana School Boards Association (ISBA) with an Exemplary Governance Award (EGA) for calendar year 2024 for demonstrating an outstanding commitment to student success and professional learning.

Only 124 school boards in the State of Indiana earned awards through the EGA program this year.

Economic Summit addresses county's financial health, state budget

'Making a place where we choose to live'
With a major restoration of the county courthouse nearing completion and a host of additional business and community projects under development, the mood was upbeat at the annual Pulaski County Economic Development Summit Tuesday (April 29). The event is hosted by the Pulaski County Community Development Commission.

CDC executive director Nathan Origer gave updates on projects and county economics, while keynote speaker Stephanie Wells, president of the Indiana Fiscal Policy Institute, reviewed legislation from this year's session of the Indiana General Assembly.

BraunAbility to expand Winamac facilities with new product line

WINAMAC - BraunAbility has announced a $3.8 million investment in its Winamac operations to support production of the new BraunAbility Ram ProMaster.

This funding will cover land acquisition, land work, fencing, drainage and building improvements. Construction, utilizing local contractors, will continue through Spring 2026.

Marlatt, Vanderkleed join IBA 40-Year Club

FRANCESVILLE - Alliance Bank has recently recognized Kimberly Marlatt and Lori Vanderkleed with membership into the 40-Year Club of the Indiana Bankers Association (IBA).

The club recognizes banking professionals who have completed 40 years or more of service to the Indiana banking community. Inductees are given IBA keepsakes and letters of congratulations.