Positive resident traveled throughout IN

Floyd County Indiana Health Department officials say it has confirmed that a man had tested positive for Novel Coronavirus. According to health officials, the man had recently attended several large-crowd functions, including the Seymour High School basketball sectionals on March 7. ISDH will releases an updated count each day at 10 am. Click here for the updates.  

The state health department is working with federal and local partners to respond to the evolving situation. According to Dr. David Welsh, The Ripley County Health Officer the community should continue to follow basic prevention methods like washing their hands, practicings social distancing, and stay home if you are sick.