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Overcrowding issues have resulted in a handful of Missouri state park closures. The state's many conservation areas, however, continue to remain open through the coronavirus outbreak. "We are currently monitoring conservation areas to make sure that we don't have overcrowding issues," Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) spokesperson, Robert Hemmelgarn, told the Daily Mail on Thursday. ...

Note: The full "Stay Home Missouri" Order can be viewed here. Building on Missouri’s efforts to control, contain, and combat COVID-19, Governor Mike Parson today issued a statewide “Stay Home Missouri” Order effective beginning at 12:01 a.m. on Monday, April 6, 2020, until 11:59 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2020...

With no definitive return date for the Nevada R-5 school district, plans for the high school's spring prom and graduation are currently undetermined. The prom, originally scheduled for Saturday, April 25, will not be held on that date, since school is out through at least the week of April 24. Graduation, meanwhile, is slated for Sunday, May 17...

On Friday, April 2, 2020, the Vernon County Commission entered an order declaring a public health emergency to address the 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) limiting public events to no more than 10 people. According to the official order (Pursuant to 192.300, 192.320, 192.020 RSMo) any sheriff deputy or other law enforcement officer of the state or any political subdivision within Vernon County, Mo., is "hereby ordered to assist in the execution or enforcement of this order."...

During a brief teleconference meeting of the Nevada Regional Medical Center's Board of Directors on Tuesday, COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) testing, access to ventilators, and donation of Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) were discussed. In his C.E.O board report, Steve Branstetter noted, “Our current focus has been the ever-changing updates surrounding COVID-19. ...

Due to the widespread COVID-19 (coronavirus disease 2019) pandemic, many people across the nation are being forced to file for unemployment due to furloughs and being laid-off. If you are in an industry that is deemed "non-essential," it is important to note that there has been an expansion in unemployment coverage due to the recently passed $2 trillion relief bill...

A Cedar county resident who has been missing since Thursday, March 26, was found Monday morning and was life flighted to a Joplin hospital. According to Sheriff’s Office officials, dispatch received a report Saturday afternoon of a possible missing person near the area of Zodiac and 2925 Rd in Vernon County. Responding deputies learned that no one had been in contact with the missing person since the previous Thursday afternoon. He was believed be hunting for mushrooms and never returned...

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...

A parent information night event for incoming kindergarten students, slated for March 30 at Bryan Elementary School, has been cancelled. "We will update families regarding enrollment as information becomes available," said Nevada R-5 Parent Educator, Sherry Brown...

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. ...