Clay County COVID-19 Recovery |
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COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus)
Find out what to do if you feel sick and believe you might have COVID-19. Also includes guidance for quarantining/isolation.
Learn more about the free testing through Clay County Public Health Center. Also find a list of other Clay County testing sites.
Everything you need to know about the county's mask mandate, plus information about how masks work and how to wear them.
Learn more about cases and testing, including links to the Clay County COVID-19 Hub.
Find help - whether you are unemployed, own a business, looking for mental health resources or other types of assistance. Also find ways to give help if you are able.
The latest guidance and resources for safely reopening our community.
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Latest Updates
August 5
Clay County Public Health Center releases guidance to help local school districts prepare for a safe return to school. The guidance document can be found on the Community Recovery page.
July 15
The Public Health Emergency Order was updated to make face masks required in all indoor areas of public accommodation. The order will go in effect Sunday, July 19 and remain in effect through Sunday, August 23. Find details on the Face Masks and Coverings page.
July 1
Although Clay County remains in Phase 2, Step 2 of recovery, the Public Health Emergency Order was amended. Includes the allowance of 100% occupancy if masks are worn by all and physical distancing is maintained. Find full details on the Recovery page.
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STUFF THE TRUCK is Over, But You Can Still Stuff the Pantry!
We are hoping to be in our Forever Home in September.
Donation Matching Opportunity!
A generous donor, just like you, is matching every donation we receive between now and September 1st! Up to $35,000 in Total Matched Funds. Please help us reach our goal to feed our community. At this moment we are short $12,000. You may send a check or pay online at kearneyfoodpantry.com.
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Member Announcements & Events |
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RE/MAX Advantage is looking for a part-time (20 hours a week) office administrator with responsibilities that include auditing all transactions – beginning to end. Also marketing with social media, utilizing the latest brand designs (seasonal posts, happy birthday, new listings, etc.). The preferred candidate would be positive, proactive, organized, and dependable. Some real estate knowledge would be great, but not required. We will train and set up the self-motivated person to learn the toolset. Please send resume to keelybrown@embarqmail.com or matt@mattbrownhomes.com. Thank you. |
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Sr. Accounts Receivable Rep (Collections) |
The Accounts Receivable Representative (B2B Customers) is responsible for providing financial, administrative, and clerical support to ensure efficient, timely, and accurate payment of accounts and resolves discrepancies according to established policies and procedures. This position is located at our corporate office in Kearney, MO and reports directly to the Accounts Receivable Manager.
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Funding Is Still Available!
To qualify, applicants must also be:
- Registered with the Missouri Secretary of State.
- Locally owned and non-franchised.
- An active, non-residential Ameren Missouri gas or electric customer for the past six months.
- Experiencing financial hardships caused by COVID-19.
Assistance is also available from federal, state and local resources, including a new grant program from the Missouri Department of Economic Development. Learn more about these resources, as well as energy-saving tips from Ameren Missouri at Ameren.com/BusinessHelp.
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Due to COVID-19, the U.S. Census Bureau extended the deadline to respond
to the 2020 Census to October 31st, 2020.
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The Kearney Chamber was proud to represent our members as we welcomed a new cohort of teachers (and principals) to the Kearney School District and invited them to #ShopLocalKearney.
Thanks to the following members for participating:
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Can we all agree that 2020 has been quite the year? Research shows 49% of Americans feel “increasingly stressed, frustrated, and tense due to the recent coronavirus lockdown.” In the same study, 42% of Americans reported COVID-19 restrictions have made them want to scream. Can you relate?
Since we could all use some scream therapy about now, here is your opportunity to get it all out.
The Kearney community is invited to join the Kearney Chamber for some scream therapy on Friday, September 4th, from 4-7pm, at the Kearney Amphitheater, Jesse James Park. Watch for more details to be released soon!
Event Co-Hosts
Chamber members are welcome to co-host this event. For a $50 investment you will be added as a co-host to the Facebook Event, included in all event promotions, and multiple mentions from the microphone at the event. If you are interested in participating, contact Executive Director Stacie Bratcher at816-628-4229 or stacie@kearneychamber.org.
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To continue our commitment for supporting local shopping, we would like to introduce you to the #ShopLocalKearney coupon
book! #ShopLocalKearney promotes shopping locally, supporting our local businesses, and keeping dollars working within our community. These coupons are a FREE opportunity to continue to help your business succeed.
Our goal is to include at least 100 Kearney businesses in the #ShopLocalKearney coupon book. Businesses will be selected to participate on a first-come, first-serve basis. The deadline is August 31st. These books will be valid from December 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021. The coupon books will be sold for $20 each, and offer over $1,500 worth of savings for a one-time use!
Your business can utilize any combination of the following coupons, all for FREE:
· $5 off of a purchase of $25 or more
· $10 off of a purchase of $50 or more
· $25 off of a purchase of $100 or more
· BOGO: Buy One, Get One Free (free item does not have to be the same).
We are excited about this new opportunity for you to engage your current and potential customers in Kearney while promoting your business for FREE! Members and non-members are welcome.
If you are interested in participating in the #ShopLocalKearney coupon book, click the button below. For questions, contact Executive Director Stacie Bratcher at stacie@kearneychamber.org.
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The Kearney Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors resolved to do something each month to demonstrate greater appreciation and community support for the Kearney Police Department and Kearney Fire & Rescue.
If your business would like to contribute to the Chamber's monthly appreciation initiative, contact Stacie Bratcher at 816-628-4229 or email stacie@kearneychamber.org.
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Sept. 1 | Drug-Free Workplace webinar
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It is estimated that up to 75,000 Americans will die from substance misuse and suicide because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Drug and alcohol abuse have increased significantly since the pandemic, intensifying an already serious problem facing our nation and our employers. The opioid epidemic, increasing positive drug test rates and the legalization of marijuana as medicine have been magnified by COVID-19.
Never before have employers been forced to deal with the magnitude of issues impacting their ability to operate drug-free – the opioid epidemic, increasing positive drug test rates and the legalization of marijuana as medicine. In this Sept. 1 webinar, Working Partners® will explore these new trends and best practices to help you assess your current drug-free workplace program and identify areas for potential improvement.
Because the Kearney Chamber is a member of the Missouri Chamber Federation, we are offering a webinar to help Kearney employers create or update their drug-free policies to address this serious threat to their business. We have created a special web page for Kearney Chamber members. When you identify your chamber during registration, we will send a rebate to your chamber. At the conclusion of the webinar, we will send a check to your local chamber for $10 for every member that registered.
Below is the link to use to participate.
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Your opinion: Please fill out this short survey!
The Missouri Chamber is working with the Missouri Department of Revenue to determine what types of regulatory and statutory changes to the state’s tax system businesses want to see.
This short survey will help policymakers determine the best path forward and input from the business community will be critical to these efforts.
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Chamber Meetings & Events |
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Mark Your Calendars:
August 18 – Marketing Committee
August 18 – Executive Committee/New Director Orientation
August 25 – Finance Committee Meeting
August 25 – Board of Directors Meeting
August 31 – Nonprofit Forum
Visit the Chamber Calendar for more information on Chamber meetings and events. Due to the impact of COVID-19, Chamber events will look slightly different due to additional safety precautions that are being taken to ensure the safety of those in attendance. Details can be found within each event listing.
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Ambassadors perform a wide variety of duties in the Chamber, but their main function is to help promote the Chamber, welcome new members to the Chamber, and make Chamber events successful and enjoyable for everyone. They are a special group of people who volunteer their time to help promote the Kearney, Missouri business community and support Chamber functions.
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Kristie Lawson | North Star Appraisals LLC
We are pleased to welcome North Star Appraisals LLC to the Kearney Chamber. Call Kristie Lawson for your Real Estate Appraisal needs at 816-803-4300.
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2020 Members:
American Pride Car Wash
Kearney Kwik Lube & Car Wash
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