Latest Columbus Coronavirus Updates

COLUMBUS, OH — The new coronavirus outbreak in Ohio and across the nation is having vast impacts in Columbus, including the closure of schools and many businesses.

The number of cases of the illness caused by the virus, known as COVID-19, continue to rise and additional measures and closures continue to be announced.

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Below, we've compiled the latest coronavirus updates published by local government agencies in Columbus.

SCHOOLS

From Columbus City Schools:

• Columbus City Schools To Begin Chromebook Distribution For Middle And Elementary School Students (March 25)
• Columbus Metropolitan Library Offers Large Variety Of Family Resources (March 25)
• Physical Activity and Social Distancing: Tips To Stay Active (March 24)
• Superintendent's Message to CCS Families (March 23)

BUSINESSES

From the Columbus Chamber of Commerce:

• Workforce Virtual Hiring Events Schedule (March 24)
• Breakdown for Businesses of Stay at Home Order (March 23)
• COVID-19 Government Relations Update (March 20)
• Upcoming Virtual Event: COVID-19 Economic Impact Review
• COVID-19 Impact Survey for Local Businesses

HOSPITALS

From the Franklin County Health Dept:

• Statement from Joe Mazzola, Health Commissioner of Franklin County Public Health
• Ohio Department of Health Director’s Stay at Home Order
• Franklin County Public Health Reports First Two Cases of COVID-19

CANCELLATIONS, CLOSURES & MORE

From the City of Columbus:

• Statement From Mayor Ginther Regarding "Stay At Home" Order (March 23)
• City of Columbus to Delay April Start of Annual Street Sweeping Program (March 20)
• Second Confirmed COVID-19 Case in Columbus Suggests Community Spread (March 17)
• Franklin County Municipal Court Ceases Court Hearings During COVID-19 Pandemic (March 16)
• Columbus Firefighter Tests Positive for COVID-19 (March 15)
• Council Enacts COVID-19 Safety Measures (March 13)