YODER—The Town of Yoder is adapting to the current times under the strain that COVID-19 is putting on municipalities.
A quick stroll through the downtown area will show the efforts of one local family to put a smile on people’s faces during the difficult times. The Fogle family were out last week, colorful chalk in hand, scribing suns, stars and flowers – and uplifting messages to the community.
It was a “challenge for Yoder families,” Amanda Fogle said. “To brighten up our downtown and spread some cheer since we are all distancing.”
For the town, officials are following the state mandates in place and are getting ready to launch the April Town of Yoder Council meeting over Zoom.
As are many places, they are hopeful they will be able to still hold elections on May 12 but are looking into the possibility of absentee voting.
The post office is still operating under normal business hours as well as the Town Hall.
“Our front door has been locked at Town Hall here. People have to put all their payments in the drop box or make an appointment to come in,” Yoder’s Town Clerk Sarita Hansen said.
Hansen is ensuring that precautions are taken to keep everyone safe that may have to come in.
As far as the day-to-day activities of the town, some are taking in the fresh air.
“I’ve seen a few of our seniors out walking,” Hansen said.
Susan Swanson with the Goshen County Senior Friendship Center said they are still at work delivering meals to residents in Yoder.
Linda Cockett Director of Goshen County Senior Friendship Center said they are delivering about 10 meals per day in the Yoder area and said the numbers do not reflect any change from before.
