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Congratulations to the Chillicothe VA Bike Program on the shipment of the hand powered bike going to a Veteran who is unable to use his legs.
Click the image to read Joe Laworn’s Facebook post and the story behind the handcycle and the importance of what this day means for Veterans all across America.
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The Big 10 voted to place Ohio State in its football championship game after meeting Wednesday. The comes the day after Michigan was forced to cancel their game with the Buckeyes Tuesday due to a high number of COVID-19 cases in its program.
In a release by the BIG 10 Conference on its twitter page: “The decision was based on a competitive analysis which determined Ohio State would have advanced to the Big Ten Football Championship Game on its undefeated record and head-to-head victory over Indiana regardless of a loss against Michigan.”
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CHILLICOTHE, OHIO – During the month of December, the Chillicothe VA Medical Center reminds community members, businesses and organizations about the benefits of supporting local hospitalized Veterans on GivingTuesdays. Created in 2012, GivingTuesday is a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate and celebrate generosity before the holidays, and enables participants to turn good intentions into action.
Each year, hundreds of Veterans spend the holidays in the Chillicothe VA Community Living Centers (CLCs). Many of these hospitalized Veterans may not have an opportunity to see family members and friends during the holiday season. On GivingTuesday and throughout the year, community members, corporate donors and other organizations can support Veteran inpatients by making a donation to the Chillicothe VA’s Holiday Gift Program, which provides gift packages for each hospitalized Veteran on the CLCs during the holiday season.
“The holidays can be a very lonely and challenging time of the year for many people, but this is even more evident for Veterans who are hospitalized and far from their loved ones,” says Heather Murphy, Chief, Voluntary Services. “GivingTuesday is a wonderful opportunity to support the needs of our hospitalized Veterans this holiday season and to remind them that their service in the armed forces has not been forgotten.”
To make a donation, visit www.chillicothe.va.gov and click on “Volunteer or Donate” on the left side of the page, or call 740-773-1141, extension 7420.
Veterans not enrolled in the VA healthcare system are encouraged to visit chillicothe.va.gov/enrollment.asp to register or call 740-772-7170 with questions.
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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
OHIO CASES AND HOSPITALIZATIONS
In the past 24 hours, Ohio reported 9,273 new coronavirus cases, the sixth highest count reported in one day since the pandemic. 336 new hospitalizations were reported and 40 new patients are in intensive care. An additional 63 people have died from COVID-19 in Ohio, surpassing 7,000 total deaths since the beginning of the pandemic.
ANTIGEN TESTING UPDATE
Governor DeWine discussed the Ohio Department of Health aligning with the Center of Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) current case definition. In August, the CDC changed the case definition of antigen testing to include case counts without additional verification. Ohio has continued to manually verify an epidemiological link, such as a known positive contact, with an antigen positive test result.
Tomorrow, December 8, the department will begin including antigen tests without an epidemiological link in the total case count. This will result in a one-day spike in reported cases from pending positive antigen cases.
“After understanding more about the antigen testing, the CDC changed their definition. Our epidemiologists have alerted us that they are no longer able to keep up with the manual verification process of antigen testing because there is so much COVID-19 spread in Ohio,” said Governor DeWine. “Antigen tests have become a bigger part of our overall picture of understanding COVID-19, and it’s important to capture that information.”
Not all pending cases will be translated into new cases. Cases will be checked and duplicate records will be removed. Cases will also be assigned to their appropriate onset date.
K-12 EDUCATION UPDATE
The Ohio Department of Education continues to report limited spread of COVID-19 in a classroom setting, but an increase of community spread from informal gatherings outside of school.
The department also tracks how many districts are hosting in-person, hybrid, or remote learning.
“This week, you can see that a lot of districts, especially in northeast Ohio, are fully remote. Once we get community spread under control, schools will feel safe going back to in-person learning,” said Governor DeWine.
DATAOHIO PORTAL
Lt. Governor Husted announced the launch of the DataOhio Portal, which delivers datasets and interactive visualizations to Ohioans. This portal delivers unprecedented access through an innovative, data-sharing platform for state agencies and their partners.
“We’ve all learned over the past year how critical data is to tackling our biggest challenges,” said Lt. Governor Husted. “The IOP team has built a one-stop-shop for the state’s data, providing a secure approach to data access and displaying datasets that, in some cases, are available now for the first time. This collaboration will help Ohio make better public policy decisions so we can better serve the people of our state.”
ADDITIONAL GUESTS
During today’s briefing, Governor DeWine was joined by two nurses who discussed their experiences treating patients with coronavirus.
Lisa Burich, a registered nurse and emergency room team lead at Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, discussed the conditions seen for admitted coronavirus patients and the concern of spreading COVID-19 from the hospital setting.
CJ Adams, nurse manager at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, discussed the challenges associated with bed and staffing capacities. Adams was a Captain in the Air Force Reserves and shared how her military experience has helped build her leadership and resiliency skills.
CURRENT CASE DATA
In total, there are 484,297 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 reported in Ohio and 7,022 confirmed and probable COVID-19 deaths. A total of 29,569 people have been hospitalized throughout the pandemic, including 4,943 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov.
Video of today’s full update, including versions with foreign language translation, can be viewed on the Ohio Channel’s YouTube page.
For more information on Ohio’s response to COVID-19, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.
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The Litter Media Cameras take a look at the 2020 City of Chillicothe Holiday Lights Contest Winners, presented by the Chillicothe Parks & Recreation Department.
The winners include:
Norman Rockwell Division:
1st: Cathy and John Zangri, 330 Piatt Ave
2nd: Randy Kelley, 694 Orange St.
3rd (tie): Halle Minney, 285 Church St.
3rd (tie): Tammy Wright, 302 Fairway Ave.
Clark Griswold Division:
1st (tie): Justin and Randy Dunham, 137 Sharon Rd.
1st (tie): Matt and Jen Cox, 634 W. 5th St.
3rd (tie): Stanley Kennedy, 747 Jefferson Ave.
3rd (tie): Jason M. Adkins, Sr., 341 Clay St.
The City expressed regret there will be no transit bus tours this year due to the COVID-19 health restrictions. A full list of all competitors addresses are available below.
341 Clay St.
747 Jefferson Ave.
891 Madison Ave. (Tune your radio to the appropriate station for a light presentation)
56 Leggett Ave.
225 Hirn St.
285 Church St.
577 Church St.
694 Orange St. (Santa will be available to wave to on Friday and Saturday 630p-8p)
679 Allen Ave.
330 Piatt Ave.
302 Fairway Ave.
28 Fruithill (Tribute to ALS Awareness)
44 Falcon Dr.
226 Granite Cliff Dr.
77 Timberlane Dr.
10 Ledgewood Dr.
137 Sharon Rd.
634 W. 5th St.
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The Chillicothe Police Department’s annual No Shave November campaign raised $2,470 for locally based cancer survivor advocate Southern Ohio Survivors.
“2020 has been challenging for non-profit organizations nationally and locally due to the pandemic” said Litter Media‘s Dan Ramey, representing SOS as former Vice President of the organization. “With the cancellation of SOS’s larger fundraisers like Paint The Creek and Rudolf Run and Glow Walk, they’ve taken a hit financially. We’re grateful the City of Chillicothe allowed the CPD to have their campaign once again and efforts like our friends at Backwoodz Oddities and Avery Brown and her friends for their donations. They mean the world to SOS and those they serve.”
Brown, a junior Board Member is a sophomore at Chillicothe High School who first began her Pink Pumpkin campaign as a third grade student at Bishop Flaget Elementary. The efforts by Avery and her friends over the years have raised well over $10,000 for SOS, including a $3,075 donation last October.
Backwoodz Oddities have selected SOS as a recipient of a portion of the proceeds from their annual “Last Carnival” haunted house on Valley Road in rural Ross County. Their 2020 donation of $1,287 gives groups like SOS a fighting chance to help those they regularly service with gas cards to help with expenses for cancer survivors to get to their treatments.
SOS is a 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to help cancer/chronic illness survivors live with, through, and beyond a diagnosis. All funds raised remain local. SOS is dedicated to inspiring the people of Southern Ohio to make a difference in the lives of Survivors through financial generosity and volunteer commitment.
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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)— Ohio Governor Mike DeWine today announced details for Ohio’s first phase of vaccine distribution that is expected to begin on or around December 15.
During Phase 1, vaccine supply will be limited, and Ohio will focus on vaccinating those who wish to be vaccinated in the critical Phase 1A groups outlined below.
The federal government has advised that the Ohio Department of Health will not know the exact number of vaccines that will be shipped to Ohio until closer to each shipment date. The current shipment figures, which are subject to change, are as follows:
These vaccines will be the first dose for those in the identified critical groups. A second dose will be delivered and administered in the future. It has not been determined when members of the general public will have the option to receive vaccines. As information becomes available about the next phases of vaccine distribution, it will be made public.
QUARANTINE GUIDANCE
Ohio Department of Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff today discussed new quarantine guidance recently issued by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) for those who may have been exposed to coronavirus but are not showing symptoms.
Following the study of emerging data and a growing confidence in testing, CDC’s new guidance has two options depending on the situation:
The Ohio Department of Health, however, continues to recommend a 14-day quarantine for many citizens in Ohio.
“Staying home for 14 days after contact is still the safest way to limit possible spread of COVID-19,” said Dr. Vanderhoff. “We continue to recommend this time period for people in congregate living facilities, such as nursing homes; in workplaces with a large number of employees; and in other settings in which COVID-19 could spread extensively. We also recommend 14 days if you are in contact with people at increased risk for severe illness from COVID-19.”
For others with no symptoms, the 10-day period may be sufficient, however, Dr. Vanderhoff recommends that Ohioans consider getting tested on day eight or later to increase certainty of no infection. Quarantine can then end at the conclusion of the 10-day period.
Quarantine can be reduced further to seven days, Dr. Vanderhoff said, if an individual has no symptoms and receives a negative test on day five or later.
“In every case — whether quarantining for 14 days, or 10, or seven — maintain social distance of at least 6 feet and wear a mask when around others,” he said. “You should also keep an eye out for any symptoms for the full 14-day period. If you become sick or test positive for COVID-19, stay home and self-isolate in a separate room from others.”
CURRENT CASE DATA
In total, there are 456,963 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 reported in Ohio and 6,882 confirmed and probable COVID-19 deaths. A total of 28,673 people have been hospitalized throughout the pandemic, including 4,847 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov.
Video of today’s full update, including versions with foreign language translation, can be viewed on the Ohio Channel’s YouTube page.
For more information on Ohio’s response to COVID-19, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.
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The Chillicothe High School Athletics Hall of Fame Committee announces the 2020 Class of new inductees into the Chillicothe Athletics Hall of Fame. The class is made up of four individuals and one recognized with the Award of Merit.
Those inducted into the Athletics Hall of Fame include:
Rey Bradley, an educator for 35 years and former longtime Chillicothe Teacher, Coach and served as Athletic Director before his death in 2011. He was a graduate of Virginia State College.
Heather Rose Beamer, a 2003 CHS graduate Heather was All-Ohio in 2002 finishing 4th in the state and was the 2002 Ohio Junior Girls Golf Champion. She golfed collegiately at Michigan State University where she’s listed in the Top-10 best stroke total all-time.
Anthony “Humpty” Hitchens, a 2008 CHS graduate and 1st Team Division II All-Ohioan, 2008 Southeast District Player of the Year and a member of the 2008 Ohio Division II State Boys Basketball Champions. Hitchens played basketball at the University of Akron and James Madison University.
Seth Dawes, a 2009 graduate and All-Ohioan, Four-time All Southeast District and 2009 SEOAL MVP in Baseball, and a member of the 2008 Ohio Division II State Boys Basketball Champions. Dawes played baseball at Xavier University.
Recognized with the Award of Merit for his longtime contributions to Chillicothe Athletics as football and basketball scoreboard operator, Scott Merrill.
Chillicothe High School Athletic Director Mike Barren indicates a recognition ceremony is tentatively scheduled to be held on the night of January 30, 2021 in connection with the CHS boys basketball game with St. Charles Prep School.
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(COLUMBUS, Ohio)—Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Governor Jon Husted today provided the following updates on Ohio’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
OHIO CASES AND HOSPITALIZATIONS
In the past 24 hours, Ohio reported 8,921 new coronavirus cases, the fifth-highest case count reported in one day since the start of the pandemic. Nearly 400 more hospitalizations were reported, and an additional 82 people have died from COVID-19 in Ohio.
COVID-19 hospitalizations remain high with 5,142 patients currently hospitalized. Of those, 1,204 patients are in intensive care.
Dr. Andy Thomas, chief clinical officer at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, warned that Ohio is not yet seeing the impact of gatherings that took place over Thanksgiving because hospitalizations are a lagging indicator. Symptoms generally develop within 10 days of transmission, and hospitalizations typically occur a week after diagnosis.
“This is not the beginning of the end or even the end of the beginning,” said Dr. Thomas. “Hospitals are in a very difficult spot here, and we’re just now heading into the most challenging three months of the pandemic. ICU beds are an area of capacity where we have the biggest strain across the state, especially in rural areas.”
“We are in crisis. Hospitals across Ohio are running out of beds, healthcare workers are burned out and stretched thin, and our hospitals are stressed to the extreme,” said Dr. Nora Colburn, associate medical director for clinical epidemiology at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. “Hospitals around the state are delaying non-emergency procedures which will impact routine healthcare. The bottom line is that non-COVID patients are being crowded out of the system and won’t be able to get the care they need to stay healthy. We all must do our part to stop the spread of the virus.”
OHIO PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY SYSTEM
New health data compiled by the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) showed sustained severe exposure and spread (Purple Level 4) in Lake, Lorain, Medina, Montgomery, Portage, Richland, Stark, and Summit counties. Cuyahoga, Fairfield, and Madison counties were moved to the Watch List.
Franklin County dropped from Purple Level 4 to Red Level 3, however, Dr. Thomas urged county residents to remain vigilant.
“This does not mean that Franklin County is out of the woods,” said Dr. Thomas. “We still have a rate of cases that is six-times higher than the definition of high incidence. That is not good. We are not on our way down yet.”
A county-by-county breakdown outlining the presence of COVID-19 in all of Ohio’s 88 counties can be found on the Ohio Public Health Advisory System’s website.
OHIO POSITIVITY
According to this week’s ODH travel advisory, this is the first week since April where Ohio’s positivity for COVID-19 has increased above 15 percent.
The travel advisory encourages all Ohioans to help to limit the spread and impact of this virus by staying home except for necessary trips for supplies. The advisory also urges Ohioans to consistently wear masks when around others and frequently wash their hands.
ODH requests that anyone who must travel to any other state with a positivity rate of 15 percent or more self-quarantine for 14 days upon return. ODH also asks any non-Ohioans entering the state from one of these areas to do the same.
RETAIL COMPLIANCE UNIT DASHBOARD
Governor DeWine announced that Ohio’s Retail Compliance Unit Dashboard is now available online at coronavirus.ohio.gov.
The new dashboard includes information on the number of retailers visited by agents, how many customers and employees were properly wearing masks, how many establishments had proper signage, and the number of warnings issued. The dashboard will be updated each Thursday.
The Retail Compliance Unit was created within the Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation to help keep businesses open and safe for customers and employees.
MASKS AND THOSE WITH DISABILITIES
On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Governor DeWine reminded Ohioans that some individuals with disabilities may not be able to wear a mask.
“While it’s crucial that those of us who can wear face masks do wear face masks, we should all remember that when we see someone in public without a mask it may be someone with a disability who may not be able to wear one,” said Governor DeWine.
CURRENT CASE DATA
In total, there are 446,849 confirmed and probable cases of COVID-19 reported in Ohio and 6,753 confirmed and probable COVID-19 deaths. A total of 28,281 people have been hospitalized throughout the pandemic, including 4,814 admissions to intensive care units. In-depth data can be accessed by visiting coronavirus.ohio.gov.
Video of today’s full update, including versions with foreign language translation, can be viewed on the Ohio Channel’s YouTube page.
For more information on Ohio’s response to COVID-19, visit coronavirus.ohio.gov or call 1-833-4-ASK-ODH.
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Here’s a look at some of the snowfall from Tuesday, December 1st.
