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In response to concerns in regards to COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) testing in Vernon County, the Daily Mail reached out to the Vernon County Health Department for more information. The following are questions posed by the Daily Mail and answered by Vernon County Health Department Nursing Supervisor Tasha Triplett, BSN RN...

During the Tuesday evening Nevada City Council meeting, technical difficulties with the live feed prevented some listeners from hearing the final resolution to be considered — Resolution No. 1557. This resolution authorizes the City Manager to implement emergency protocols to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of the citizens of Nevada during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Daily Mail reached out to Interim City Manager Mark Mitchell for clarification on what the resolution entailed...

An area 3D printing group has successfully created a 3D printed respirator for Citizens Memorial Hospital, Bolivar. Matt Havens, a physician assistant at Butterfield Park Medical Center, Bolivar, and a team of his technology friends and family started collaborating last week trying to develop personal protection equipment that would replace N95 masks that are in short supply...

Community members have been stepping up to the task of helping each other during the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease) pandemic. The Nevada Daily Mail's Business Manager Heather Trytsman is no exepction to this. She has begun collecting donations of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) to be delivered to local health care professionals...

The following is according to a letter sent to parents by the Nevada R-5 School District Administrative Offices: “The ongoing impact of COVID-19 in our region requires school districts to be flexible and make decisions that are in the best interest of public health. ...

Due to the global pandemic two local institutions of higher education, Cottey College and Crowder College, have turned to online instruction for the remainder of their semesters. It was decided prior to the conclusion of spring break that both schools were eliminating face-to-face classroom instruction for the remainder of the spring semester. The Nevada R-5 school district, meanwhile, is still on lockdown through at least April 3...

In today’s press briefing, Governor Parson assured Missourian’s that the state’s food supply remains strong and emphasized the important role of the food and agriculture industry in Missouri’s COVID-19 response efforts. Missouri Agriculture Meeting the Demands of Food Production and Supply...

Community leaders gathered via conference call on Wednesday morning for the second week in a row. The conference call among community partners and leaders has become a weekly way to stay informed about the local response to the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic. Updates were given by local agencies and organizations on what is being done to prepare and provide safety to the community. These updates are as follows:...

Despite the challenges of social distancing and how to protect both the Council and the members of the public, the City of Nevada City Council convened at their regular time Tuesday evening, although the meeting had been delayed a week due to the COVID-19 crisis. Social distancing requirements led to the use of teleconferencing and Facebook Live in order to conduct the evening’s business...

In light of the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic, Congresswoman Vicky Hartzler (in conjunction with the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry) provided an update to business owners and chamber leaders in her congressional district during a conference call Tuesday afternoon...

With the recent order from Missouri Governor Parson for mandatory social distancing, many have found themselves quarantined wondering what to do to pass the time until the order is lifted. Complying with the statewide order for social distancing is vital, but there are activities that can be engaged in while doing so. The following are some examples:...

In response to the continued spread of the coronavirus in Missouri, Gov. Parson and his administration have made several important changes to help all those who are being impacted by COVID-19. Representative Patricia Pike and her office staff are available to help expedite answers for your questions. Contact them at (573) 751-5388 or e-mail at Patricia.Pike@house.mo.gov. Please be aware of the following important changes:...

Monday, Governor Mike Parson signed Executive Order 20-05 ordering the suspension of any prohibition on the sale of unprepared food by restaurants to the public. “Due to the public health threat caused by COVID-19, many restaurants have been forced to limit or cease their normal business operations,” Governor Parson said. ...

Today, the City of Nevada announced that they will be holding their City Council Meeting on Tuesday, March 24, at 7 p.m. "To stop the spread of COVID-19 we will be practicing social distancing and complying with Governor Parson's Executive Order # 20-02 which states 'every person in the State of Missouri shall avoid social gatherings of more than ten (10) people,'" stated the release...

According to a release from the Vernon County Sheriff’s Office, the office "has continued to update its procedures regarding its handling of calls for service, food service and inmates based on recommendations from the State and Federal Government regarding the COVID-19 virus. Vernon County Sheriff Jason Mosher said he is attending regular state and local meetings with officials on a regular basis regarding the virus."...

The following information is provided by the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services: As of 9 p.m., Saturday, March 21, there are now 90 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) in the state of Missouri. Of the 90 confirmed, one case is an individual under 20 years-old; 24 cases are in the 20-29 age range; 13 cases are in the 30-39 age range; nine cases are in the 40-49 age range; 13 cases are in the 50-59 age range; 17 cases are in the 60-69 age range; and 13 cases are in the over 70 age range.. ...

As the COVID-19 crisis continues, Governor Mike Parson and his administration are taking steps each day to respond accordingly and protect the health and well-being of Missourians. “My administration and I are committed to providing quality healthcare to those most dependent on state assistance and ensuring access to those in need of medical services or medications,” Governor Parson said. ...

Building on Missouri’s efforts to address COVID-19, Governor Mike Parson has directed Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) Director Dr. Randall Williams to order statewide social distancing. The Order includes new measures to protect the health and safety of Missouri citizens and frontline workers...

The City of Nevada announced Friday afternoon that all essential City Operations are fully staffed and available. According to the release, "Our top priority is the health, safety and welfare of our staff and our citizens." The following updates to the City of Nevada operations and services will go into effect Monday, March 23:...

The following information is provided by the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services: As of 9:05 a.m., Friday, March 20, there are now 47 confirmed cases of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) in the state of Missouri. Of the 395 patients tested at the Missouri State Public Health Laboratory and Center for Disease Control (CDC), 369 of those tests were negative and 26 were positive. ...

The following is a press release from the office of Missouri Governor Mike Parson: As the new coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis continues, Governor Mike Parson and his administration are working each day to respond and protect the health and well-being of Missourians...

According to a press release from the Vernon County Commission, the Vernon County Courthouse is now closed to the public. If you are needing assistance, call the office that you need to contact: Assessor Cherie Roberts — (417) 442-2530 Circuit Clerk...

It was announced this week that area schools will further postpone classes in the wake of the COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic. Nevada R-5 According to the Nevada R-5 School District's website, "Nevada R-5 will be closed now through April 3 in an effort to help isolate the spread of COVID-19. This closure affects all school programming, including before- and after-school activities, all athletic and extracurricular practices and competitions, and all weekend events."...

In a conference call coordinated by the City of Nevada Wednesday morning, community health, business, educational, faith, government, and media partners joined together to share pertinent information in regards to the local response to the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019). “Our main focus of the call today is to establish a communication pipeline,” stated Interim City Manager Mark Mitchell. “To keep everyone up to date.”...

With the coronavirus pandemic sweeping the globe, Nevada's 3M plant is taking action. Plant manager Richard Wates said 3M is utilizing a preparedness plan in order to keep its employees safe. "We're executing that plan," Wates told the Daily Mail on Thursday. "We have the protocols and procedures we are implementing to protect our employees. Our No. 1 priority is to protect our employees. There's nothing more important than their safety and health."...