Wabash County Health Department Administrator Judy Wissel brought the county board up to date last night on the COVID-19 spike locally. According to Wissel, there have been 74 positive cases in Wabash County since the pandemic began in March. She said three are hospitalized in a regional hospital while the first death has been reported.

Coroner Shaun Keepes said yesterday the victim was a 60 year old Mt. Carmel woman who died at home.

Wissel said long term care facilities in Wabash County are dealing with cases as well….

Wissel said the health department is offering drive-thru COVID-19 testing starting at 10am Monday through Thursday. She said those wanting a test need to call the health department to schedule a time. Results are typically available in 2 to 3 days according to Wissel.