CV)-- The Oklahoma State Department of Health today reported 861 new COVID-19 cases across the state, bringing the total cumulative number of the state’s positive cases to 85,194. One additional death was reported in today’s report. According to the health department, there have been 1,007 coronavirus deaths statewide. Health officials reported that as of Friday there were 579 people hospitalized for treatment of the virus.
There have been 1680 positive COVID-19 cases, and 20 deaths in Garfield County. 1548 of those cases and all 20 deaths have been in Enid. Currently, Garfield County is in a "moderate risk" or Orange Level 2 category as defined by the OSDH. In surrounding counties: Kingfisher County has reported 352 cases, Blaine County is at 131 cases, Major 91, Alfalfa 72, and Grant 48.
COVID-19 Oklahoma Test Results
09.28.20
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Cases |
85,194 |
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*Total Cumulative Negative Specimens to Date (As of Sept 25) |
1,075,475 |
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*Total Cumulative Number of Specimens to Date (As of Sept 25) |
1,172,554 |
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*Currently Hospitalized (As of Sept 25) |
579 |
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Total Cumulative Hospitalizations |
6,273 |
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Identified Deaths in the Past 24 hours |
0 |
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Total Cumulative Deaths |
1,007 |
*The total includes laboratory information provided to OSDH at the time of the report. Total counts may not reflect unique individuals. Data Source: Acute Disease Service, Oklahoma State Department of Health. As of 2020-09-28 at 7:00 a.m.
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RB)--The Enid Police Department is seeking information from the public regarding an investigation of a burglary to a residence that occurred last week. On Sept. 20, Officer Jose Torres spoke with a woman whose mother’s residence in the 300 block of University was burglarized. The woman said the home was burglarized sometime between Sept. 19 and 20 and there was no sign of forced entry. Items taken include silverware and a box of jewelry, of little value. The woman said the suspect, or suspects, also took a small black box containing her mother’s ashes. The woman told police she understands this will be a difficult case to solve but all she wants is her mother’s ashes back. Anyone having information that will lead to the arrest or prosecution of this, or any other, crime is asked to call Garfield County Crime Stoppers at (580) 233-6233 or text your tip to “847411”. Just type EPDTIP and then your message in the text box. Information also can be submitted to the website, https://www.enid.org/services/police. You can earn a reward up to $1,000, will not be required to testify and will not be identified.
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YW)--City of Enid Solid Waste Services officials announced today the transition of green yard waste polycarts to its Fall and Winter schedule. Beginning the week of October 5th, yard waste will be picked up on the same day as household trash. As a reminder, place the green polycarts container at least ten feet of clearance from other containers, parked vehicles, street lampposts, trees, mailboxes and other obstructions at the curb no later than 7:30 a.m. with your household trash.
The City-issued green polycarts are used only for yard waste such as leaves, twigs, and grass. The green containers will not be emptied if they contain household trash, due to yard waste being placed in a different field for composting.
The green polycarts may be purchased for a one-time fee of $60.00. The $60.00 fee will be charged to a resident’s water bill after they receive the container. Those who wish to obtain a polycart or an additional polycart, can contact Solid Waste Services at (580) 616-7300. For additional information on the green yard waste polycart guidelines, go to: Enid.org/yardwaste.
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DC)-Over the weekend, the Enid Police Department celebrated the life of K-9 officer Anakin, who was a member of the force for seven years. According to the Enid PD Facebook page, Anakin, with his handlers Chase Bouziden and Robert McFadden, took hundreds of pounds of narcotics off the streets and helped apprehend dozens criminals. Following his retirement, Anakin spent the rest of his life with the Bouziden family.
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BA)--Northwest Oklahoma Blood Institute will host a groundbreaking ceremony for its Donor Service Wing addition at 2:00 p.m. Tuesday at the OBI Enid Donor Center, 301 E. Cherokee. A $1.4 million capital campaign to expand and renovate the existing donor center kicked off last November with a $50,000 donation from Northwest Oklahoma Osteopathic Foundation. Jessica Nelson, coordinator for the Blood Can't Wait campaign, said earlier in September about $1 million had been raised so far for the project. Henson Construction Co., of Enid, was named the contractor for that project during NWOBI's board meeting in August. Attendees can RSVP for the groundbreaking by contacting Jessica Nelson at (580) 747-3434 or jessica@nelsoncpm.com. For information, call OBI Enid at (580) 233-9323. Blood donors also can visit OBI.org or call (877) 340-8777 to schedule an appointment. Most people older than 15 and in good health can donate. The entire process takes about an hour.
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OF)--Main Street Enid announced that Oktoberfest will happen this Friday. It's First Friday from 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. in Downtown Enid. There will be beer, food, a costume contest, and more.
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SO)--Local ministries and nonprofits are seeking participants for a resource fair and a “sleep-out” event Oct. 10 in observation of World Homeless Day. Enid Faith Ways and Holy Cross Enid have scheduled a resource fair and meal from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Oct. 10 in the parking lot of First United Methodist Church, in the 500 block of West Randolph. After the resource fair and meal, participants will begin Enid's first "Sleep Out" to mimic one night on the street in Enid without shelter. Any church, nonprofit or organization that has resources to assist the unsheltered population is invited to participate in the resource fair. Sponsorship support has been offered from CDSA, First United Methodist Church, Salvation Army of Enid and Enid First Presbyterian Church. Salvation Army of Enid will serve free meals, provided by Enid Faith Ways, Holy Cross, CDSA and First Presbyterian. Sponsorships still are available for the event to help cover the cost of the meal. Participants must be 18 years old or older. To register for Enid Sleep Out, visit enidfaithwayschurch.org. To sign up for the resource fair or as a sponsor, email HolyCrossEnid@gmail.com.
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BS)--Oklahoma Blood Institute faces an immediate need for donors of all blood types. All healthy adults are strongly urged to donate blood as soon as possible at their nearest Oklahoma Blood Institute donor center or mobile blood drive. All donations will be tested for COVID-19 antibodies. Appointments are preferred to help with social distancing, but walk-ins will be accepted as schedules allow. CDC guidelines will be followed at all donor centers and mobile drives. Donors may visit obi.org or call 877-340-8777 to schedule their appointment now at Oklahoma Blood Institute’s Enid donor center located at 301 E. Cherokee.
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