Governor DeWine Extends Curfew

At the Tuesday, November 17 Coronavirus Press Conference, Governor Mike DeWine announced that he will be extending Ohio’s curfew until January 2, 2021. You can read more about the curfew here.

Governor DeWine said, “We believe the curfew, along with mask-wearing, have had an impact, and the next 21 days are extremely critical. We must all do everything we can to slow down the virus.”

There will be variances for the Columbus Crew MLS championship game, Monday night football games with the Browns and Ravens and the Bengals and Steelers, and the anticipated University of Cincinnati conference championship football game.

On the variances, Governor DeWine said, “The start times for these games are dictated by national television contracts, and as a result, the games would not be finished until after the 10 pm curfew. These events have been run consistently with the protocols were asking all Ohioans to follow. Spectators will be wearing masks, they will be socially-distanced, and there is the added safety that these games are outside. To be frank, the biggest risk from these games is not the spectators who will be at the games and who will be following the safety protocols, but from other fans who may have the urge to gather with friends to watch these games inside without following mask and distancing protocols. To those who might be thinking about gathering with friends outside their household to watch these games, please rethink that. I know the importance of sports to keep our morale up, but I ask that you enjoy these events responsibly.”