Kearney Chamber Chat - September 4 Issue

Clay County COVID-19 Recovery

COVID-19 (2019 Novel Coronavirus)

Feeling Sick?

Find out what to do if you feel sick and believe you might have COVID-19. Also includes guidance for quarantining/isolation.

COVID-19 Testing

Learn more about the free testing through Clay County Public Health Center. Also find a list of other Clay County testing sites.

Face Masks and Coverings

Everything you need to know about the county's mask mandate, plus information about how masks work and how to wear them.

Local Data

Learn more about cases and testing, including links to the Clay County COVID-19 Hub.

Resources for Residents & Businesses

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.

Community Recovery

The latest guidance and resources for safely reopening our community.

Latest Updates

August 21

The public health emergency order for Clay County has been extended until further notice. This includes the requirement that masks be worn in all areas of public accommodation to help prevent the further spread of COVID-19. Read the updated order in full.

August 19

Clay County Public Health Center has been working collaboratively with local school districts and is offering three options that districts may consider for their decision-making regarding fall sports. Read the letter from the director of public health to local superintendents here.

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.

#ShopLocalKearney Coupon Book

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Our goal is to include at least 100 Kearney area businesses in the #ShopLocalKearney coupon book. The deadline to respond is September 30, 2020.

Don't delay! Books will be valid from December 1, 2020 through December 31, 2021.

Members and non-members are welcome to participate.

Books will be sold by the Kearney Chamber and local non-profits who will share in the net proceeds.

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Join these fellow Kearney businesses in the #ShopLocalKearney Coupon Book:

Kearney Historic Museum
American Pride Express Lube & Tunnel Wash
Kearney Kwik Lube & Car Wash
9Round
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D'Creamery
Hometown Pediatric Dentistry
Stables
Kelling Chiropractic Center
Firehouse Community Center

Tracy Tucker State Farm
Stitch Of the Time Spirit Shop
Porters Building Center Ace Hardware
Hidden Valley Funeral Homes
Tobacco Barn Farm
Nuts and Bolts Hardware
State Farm - Stella Spiking
Pizza Shoppe
ServiceMaster Restore
Green Indoor Air
and MORE

Business of the Month

2020-2021 School Year Re-Entry Planning

providing information regarding KSD’s work to begin school in the Fall of 2020.

https://www.ksdr1.net/news/20-21-school-year-planning/

Member Announcements & Events

Kearney Rotary Club Annual Raffle

Who wants a chance to win $1,000??? Kearney Rotarians are selling ch... ances at $10 a ticket and we are only selling 500 tickets. Wow!!! The odds are much better on this one than anything else you can do. The drawing is on labor day.

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Please join us for our Fall Open House.

September 10th, 11th & 12th

Thursday 10 am to 5 pm

Friday 10 am to 5 pm

Saturday 9 am to 4 pm

We have a great selection of fall and Halloween decor just for your picking. Also, come in and smell our NEW candle and melt scents for fall introduced at the open house. Hope to see you!

info@paisleycandle.com

After the Lights: The Only Friday Night Sports Injury Clinic in the Northland Starts Aug. 28

Athletes who get hurt playing a Friday night sport will have a Northland option for immediate healthcare: After the Lights, a Friday night clinic offered at Liberty Hospital Sports Medicine, 398 N. Blue Jay Drive in Liberty (behind Dick’s Sporting Goods). The only clinic of its kind in the Northland, After the Lights will be offered 9-11 p.m. every Friday night, beginning Aug. 28. Injured athletes will see a provider without going through an emergency department or waiting until Monday. *Please note: If the football season is postponed, this clinic will be postponed, too. See complete press release.

Northland Therapeutic Riding Center : News & Events :...

Join us for NTRC's Annual Horse Show and Tack Sale. This is our favorite event of the year as it allows us to showcase our riders and their skills! It is a happy time full of big smiles, laughter and high fives. Plus you might find a great...

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Your response matters.

Health clinics. Fire departments. Schools. Even roads and highways. The census can shape many different aspects of our community.

It's Not Too Late

You can still complete the census today.

Complete the Census

Chamber Meetings & Events

Mark Your Calendars:

September 8 – Ambassador Committee

September 15 – Marketing Committee

September 22 – Finance Committee

September 22 – Board of Directors

September 25 – Meet Me For Lunch

September 29 – Chamber 101

September 30 – Coupon Book Deadline

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.

Meet Me For Lunch - Sept. 25

We will gather from Noon-1pm at Pizza Shoppe. No program, no agenda; just building relationships and getting to know each other over a sit-down lunch. $10 for members / $20 non-members. Limit 12 participants. Registration required.

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Chamber 101 - Sept. 29

This is a great opportunity to connect with other Chamber members, meet Chamber staff and learn more about your member benefits. Limit 5 participants. Registration Required.

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