September 25 - Worthington Announces Halloween Plans and Guidelines

For the health and safety of Worthington citizens, the City of Worthington is coordinating with other central Ohio communities in 2020 to hold trick-or-treat on the same date and time, Thursday, October 29th from 6pm to 8pm.

For the past several years, the City’s policy had been to hold trick-or-treat on Halloween, October 31st, no matter what day of the week the holiday falls on. This year Halloween is on a Saturday which means that Worthington would have held trick-or-treat on a different night than our neighboring communities, which follow an agreement recommending trick or-treat take place on Thursday if the holiday falls on Friday, Saturday or Sunday. In the years that the City of Worthington has held trick-or-treat on a different night, residents have reported an increase in drop-off traffic and an increased number of people trick-or-treating in Worthington neighborhoods.

Because of the health risks this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the need to limit large gatherings of people, Worthington City Council decided it was in the best interest of the community for Worthington to hold trick-or-treat on the same night as other central Ohio communities. This schedule change was approved for 2020 and will be re-evaluated prior to Halloween next year when the date falls on Sunday. 

Please note that this information is subject to change due to current COVID-19 conditions closer to the end of October. 

Trick-or-Treat takes place rain or shine and will not be cancelled or postponed in the event of inclement weather. Parents are urged to use sound judgment and common sense when considering whether to participate in trick-or-treat this year.

If you choose to participate in trick or treating this year, health experts advise you follow health and safety guidelines found here.

September 25 - Parks & Recreation October Programs

The Worthington Parks and Recreation Department will begin to offer limited programming in the month of October, with new Covid-19 specific guidelines in place. Visit the October brochure online to learn more! Registration begins on September 28 for residents and members, with open registration beginning September 30

Stroll & Roll Event

Join the Worthington community for the October 4th Stroll & Roll! Residents are encouraged to bike or walk all or a portion of the 2 mile route during the designated time frame. With more and more people biking and walking during COVID-19, the Bike & Ped Advisory Board is holding Sunday Stroll & Roll to encourage safe biking and walking in the community. There will be volunteers at each park location to share information and some small gifts for those participating.

September 25 - Worthington Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

As of September 25, 2020, the City of Worthington has 273 confirmed cases of COVID-19. The number was actually reduced this week due to adjustments in the home residency of some confirmed cases. We remain at 43 deaths reported of Worthington residents. 42 of those were Worthington residents living in long term care facilities. Our sympathies continue to be with the loved ones of these Worthington residents who have died as a result of COVID-19.

Worthington cases are included in the Columbus Public Health (CPH) statistics because they are our contracted public health provider. As of September 25, 2020, there are 20,945 confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in the CPH jurisdiction. There have been a total of 458 deaths in the CPH jurisdiction.

See more information on testing opportunities and the full data report from Columbus Public Health 

September 25 - Franklin County remains at Level 2 (Orange)

Governor DeWine announced on Thursday, September 24, that Franklin County remains at  Level 2 (Orange) in the State's COVID-19 public health advisory system. 

September 18 - Last Chance to take the Worthington Coronavirus Recovery Survey. Deadline Extended to September 20

We need your help to identify ongoing issues our community is facing during the coronavirus pandemic. Please take the Worthington Coronavirus Recovery Survey and let us know what impact the outbreak is having on you and your family. The deadline has been extended to Sunday, September 20th. The information you share will be used to help community partners serving the greater Worthington area to understand the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the people in our community. Your responses, along with the responses of others in our community, will help us to identify areas of need and guide our future response to this ongoing crisis. Take the survey here

September 18 - Worthington Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

As of September 18, 2020, the City of Worthington has 275 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and, we remain at 43 deaths reported of Worthington residents. 42 of those were Worthington residents living in long term care facilities. Our sympathies continue to be with the loved ones of these Worthington residents who have died as a result of COVID-19.

Worthington cases are included in the Columbus Public Health (CPH) statistics because they are our contracted public health provider. As of September 18, 2020, there are 20,134 confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in the CPH jurisdiction. There have been a total of 454 deaths in the CPH jurisdiction.

See more information on testing opportunities and the full data report from Columbus Public Health 

September 18 - Franklin County remains at Level 2 (Orange)

Governor DeWine announced on Thursday, September 17, that Franklin County remains at  Level 2 (Orange) in the State's COVID-19 public health advisory system. 

September 11 - Virtual Patriot Day Remembrance

Although we cannot gather for the traditional September 11th Patriot Day ceremony on the Village Green this year due to restrictions on large gatherings to avoid the spread of COVID-19, the Worthington community is commemorating the anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks with these virtual programs and a display of 2,977 American flags on the Village Green. We will always remember those who lost their lives 19 years ago and will continue to remember and recognize first responders, volunteers and others who protect our safety and freedoms. Never Forget. Join the Virtual 9/11 Ceremony here

September 11 - Worthington Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

As of September 11, 2020, the City of Worthington has 265 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and, we remain at 43 deaths reported of Worthington residents. 42 of those were Worthington residents living in long term care facilities. Our sympathies continue to be with the loved ones of these Worthington residents who have died as a result of COVID-19.

Worthington cases are included in the Columbus Public Health (CPH) statistics because they are our contracted public health provider. As of September 11, 2020, there are 18,854 confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in the CPH jurisdiction. There have been a total of 441 deaths in the CPH jurisdiction.

See more information on testing opportunities and the full data report from Columbus Public Health 

September 11 - Franklin County remains at Level 2 (Orange)

Governor DeWine announced on Thursday, September 10, that Franklin County remains at  Level 2 (Orange) in the State's COVID-19 public health advisory system. 

September 3 - Worthington Confirmed COVID-19 Cases

As of September 3, 2020, the City of Worthington has 254 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and, sadly, 43 deaths reported of Worthington residents. 42 of those were Worthington residents living in long term care facilities. Our sympathies continue to be with the loved ones of these Worthington residents who have died as a result of COVID-19.

Worthington cases are included in the Columbus Public Health (CPH) statistics because they are our contracted public health provider. As of September 3, 2020, there are 17,288 confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in the CPH jurisdiction. There have been a total of 435 deaths in the CPH jurisdiction.

See more information on testing opportunities and the full data report from Columbus Public Health 

Remember to take the Worthington Coronavirus Recovery Survey

We know the last few months have been hard, and we want to know how best to help. We invite you to fill out this survey about what's happening in your life during the coronavirus outbreak. The information you share will be used to help the City of Worthington and other organizations serving the greater Worthington area to understand the impact of the coronavirus outbreak on the people in our community. Your responses, along with the responses of others in our community, will help us to identify areas of need and guide our future response to this ongoing crisis. Take the survey here

Franklin County remains at Level 2 (Orange)

Governor DeWine announced on Thursday, September 3, that Franklin County remains at  Level 2 (Orange) in the State's COVID-19 public health advisory system.