Editor's Note: This news item was retrieved and first published through Chicago Sun Times & Fox59 News' websites.
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources on Sunday afternoon closed all state parks and related sites because of the coronavirus outbreak.
According to a Chicago Sun Time article, “Effective immediately, all IDNR-owned properties are closed to the public to help stem the spread of #COVID19,” the department said on Twitter. “All events on state property are cancelled; patrons are encouraged to call IDNR’s Parks administrative line M-F at 217-782-6752 with questions.”
Furthermore, Indiana is set to close bars, restaurants for in-person dining in response to coronavirus pandemic. As related in Fox56 news article, "Indiana will become the latest state to close bars and restaurants to the public. Gov. Eric Holcomb said bars, nightclubs and restaurants are required to close for in-person dining. Delivery and takeout services are still allowed through the end of March, according to the governor's office." The state will follow guidelines from the CDC, which recommends no in-person events of more than 50 people.
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