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Sheboygan County Division of Public Health is working extremely hard to keep the community informed. They are the most trustworthy local source of information for Sheboygan County regarding COVID-19. Please pay attention to their updates and heed their advice and warnings. Please find SCDPH coronavirus press releases here
According to Sheboygan County Health and Human Services – Division of Public Health (DPH), the risk for COVID-19 in the State and in Sheboygan County remains low. Sheboygan County DPH is working closely with the State of WI DHS in conjunction with the CDC to ensure appropriate measures are in place to prepare our community for COVID-19 should we see cases. The Sheboygan area is, on the other hand, experiencing an unusually bad flu season and flu related hospitalization rates are at an all time high. Regardless of whether Sheboygan will be faced with local COVID-19 cases, taking measures to avoid spreading illnesses is extremely important for your health and the health of the community. According to the CDC, the spread of the flu, COVID-19, and many other illnesses can be greatly reduced by properly washing your hands for at least 20 seconds.
First Lady Kathy Evers visited the Sheboygan County Historical Museum Saturday, February 22, to share in the centennial celebration of women’s suffrage. Wisconsin was the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment and the event was held in celebration of the 100th anniversary of that, as well as its later adoption to the U.S. Constitution in August of 1920. As the chair of the Committee to Celebrate the Centennial of Wisconsin’s Ratification of the 19th Amendment, Kathy spoke to a full room about the history of the suffragist movement and the importance of continuing to work towards making sure voting is easy and accessible for everyone. Governor Tony Evers was also in attendance and spoke briefly, echoing much of what the First Lady had shared. Simone Munson, the Collection Development Coordinator for the Wisconsin Historical Society, then made a presentation, “The Woman’s Hour has Struck.”
Primaries for state and local races take place today. Today’s primary does not include presidential candidates.
Sheboygan Police called on the City of Milwaukee’s bomb squad to investigate a suspicious package at the Social Security Administration building.
A Wisconsin law may make private sale or development of the Armory property illegal. It is unlikely the property will generate substantial tax income.
Sheboygan Area School District has made Forbes inaugural list of America’s Best-in-State Employers 2019! Of the 67 Wisconsin employers recognized, the Sheboygan Area School District was one of only four school districts to make the list. “We are honored to make the list of Best in State Employers. Without a doubt, it’s our exceptional staff who make this workplace the best. Educating children is a noble cause and each staff member serves a higher purpose towards the future well-being of our communities and society,” said Seth Harvatine, Superintendent of the Sheboygan Area School District.
Wisconsin Bank & Trust plans to close its downtown Sheboygan branch August 16, pending regulatory approval.
The John Michael Kohler Arts Center has revealed the lineup for the Levitt AMP Sheboygan Music Series.
The Sheboygan Police Department is seeking the public’s help in locating 81-year-old, Waa Lee.