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Eighteen total COVID-19 cases in quad county region; two recoveries reported
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 04/03/2020 - 10:04amCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting a second recovered case in Douglas County with one new positive case of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the number of active cases in the Quad-County region to 16 with two recoveries.
Mayor demands how many masks Carson City has, emergency operations declines to answer
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 2:41pmAn update was given to the Carson City Board of Supervisors regarding emergency operations being provided by Carson City Health and Human Services as well as the quad county Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
During the discussions, Tom Raw, Deputy Emergency Manager for the EOC, said they do not want to publicly disclose the amount of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) the city has. Carson City Health and Human Services Director Nicki Aaker also said they have stopped putting in orders for PPE since orders were not fulfilled in the past.
Carson City Health Office announces 1st COVID-19 recovery, 1 new case in quad counties
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 04/02/2020 - 10:06amCarson City Health and Human Services announced Thursday the first recovered case in Carson City with one new positive case of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to 16 with one recovery.
Health office: 4 new COVID-19 cases in quad area, 3 in Carson City, 1 in Lyon County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 04/01/2020 - 10:06amCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday four new positive cases of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to 16.
Governor issues advisory, urging travelers to self-quarantine, Nevadans to avoid nonessential travel
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 5:27pmIn an effort to contain the spread of coronavirus, Gov. Steve Sisolak announced a travel advisory Tuesday afternoon, urging travelers to Nevada to self-quarantine for 14 days.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to host first remote meeting, public participation welcomed
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 10:37amOn Thursday, April 2, 2020, the previously planned Carson City Board of Supervisor's meeting will continue as scheduled; however, during the mandated shut down, how the meeting will be held has been altered to suit the social distancing needed to keep all community members safe.
Carson City Health Office Tuesday morning briefing: 1 new COVID-19 case in Douglas County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/31/2020 - 10:09amCarson City Health and Human Services on Tuesday morning is reporting one new positive case of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to 12.
NDOT launches 'Walk and Roll Wednesdays' to encourage healthy family social distancing
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/30/2020 - 12:45pmCARSON CITY — The Nevada Department of Transportation is launching “Walk and Roll Wednesdays” to give socially-distanced Nevada families opportunity for healthy and fun outdoor activity.
Carson City health office Monday morning briefing: No additional cases of COVID-19
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/30/2020 - 9:08amCarson City Health and Human Services briefing on Monday morning March 30 reports no additional cases of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. The total number of cases in the Quad-County region remains at 11.
Sisolak: All evictions ordered to stop during COVID-19 emergency
Submitted by admin on Sun, 03/29/2020 - 6:29pmGov. Steve Sisolak signed a directive to put a moratorium on all evictions in Nevada through the end of the statewide emergency in the fight against the coronavirus disease ...
Carson City Sunday morning COVID-19 briefing: No new cases locally; statewide 738 cases,14 deaths
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/29/2020 - 9:39amAs of Sunday morning, Carson City Health and Human Services is reporting no additional cases of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. The total number of cases in the Quad-County region remains at 11.
Carson City Health and Human Services director addresses reader's concerns about local COVID-19 numbers, testing
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 03/29/2020 - 8:53amEditor's Note: The following letter is from Nicki Aaker, Director of Carson City Health and Human Services, addressing concerns about local testing and numbers of COVID-19 cases that was addressed by Carson Now reader, Abby, who explained her own and her husband's situation. Go here to read the original story.
Thank you, Abby, for bringing your story to the forefront. Abby’s story was published on CarsonNow Saturday at 9:28 am. As the Director of Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS), I would like to address some of the issues that Abby has brought up.
Two new COVID-19 cases confirmed in quad county area, both in 30s, bringing total to 11
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/28/2020 - 9:05amCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting two new positive cases of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to 11.
New COVID-19 case reported, bringing total to 9 in Quad County region
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/27/2020 - 9:05am(Carson City, NV)- Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting one new positive case of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to nine.
Carson City Essential Resource Information Guide for COVID-19
Submitted by editor on Thu, 03/26/2020 - 3:28pmLocal Restaurants open for takeout and/or delivery
Local Businesses that are open
COVID-19 news stories by Carson Now
Information about Coronavirus & COVID-19
Centers for Disease Control
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus
World Health Organization
https://www.who.int/health-topics/coronavirus
Nevada Health Response
https://nvhealthresponse.nv.gov/
Carson City Health and Human Services
https://gethealthycarsoncity.org/
Carson Tahoe Health
https://blog.carsontahoe.com/coronavirus-updates
Northern Nevada Development Authority COVID-19 resources page
https://nnda.org/partners/covid-19-business/
COVID-19 resources from Western Nevada Development District
https://wndd.org/covid-19/
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If you know of any other resources to be added to this list, please email them to kc@carsonnow.org.
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Stimulus Program Information
The coronavirus relief bill passed March 27 by Congress provides payments to individuals who make less than $100,000 a year. The payment total $1,200 for each adult who makes $75,000 or less, plus $500 per child. The payment amounts decrease if you make between $75,000 and $99,000. The income is determined by your latest tax return filed with the IRS. It will use your 2019 taxes if you have filed them already, or your 2018 taxes if you haven't. If you have not filed either year, you can do so here: https://www.irs.gov/filing/free-file-do-your-federal-taxes-for-free
If your address has changed since you last filed taxes, you can fix that here: https://www.irs.gov/filing/individual/update-my-information
More information: https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus
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Here is a list of essential community resources around Carson City, along with telephone numbers and website addresses. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many offices are closed. Information resources may best be found on the agencies websites.
Health officials report 2 new coronavirus cases in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/26/2020 - 9:13amCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting two new positive cases of COVID-19 in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to eight.
Carson City health confirms 2 new cases of coronavirus; 1 in Douglas and 1 in Lyon County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/25/2020 - 8:57amCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting Wednesday morning two new positive cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to six.
Carson Tahoe Health celebrates community support, continues to address COVID-19 as team
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 4:36pmWith the continuing spread of COVID-19 within the U.S., the healthcare providers of the greater Lake Tahoe, El Dorado Region are working closely with each other and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, as well as California and Nevada health authorities, to care for affected individuals. We are also jointly taking steps to limit person-to-person spread within our communities.
Nevada cities, counties ramp up enforcement as some non-essential businesses defy governor, remain open
Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 11:40amGov. Steve Sisolak made Nevada one of the first states to enter a state of partial lockdown last Tuesday as an emergency step meant to stem the rapid spread of the novel coronavirus, enforcing a closure of the state’s casinos and urging other non-essential businesses to close their doors for 30 days.
Carson City Health officials Tuesday morning report: No new coronavirus cases in quad county region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 03/24/2020 - 9:04amAs of Tuesday morning 9 a.m., there are no additional cases of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. The total number of cases in the Quad-County region remains at 4.
Carson City health officials: Douglas woman in her 70s confirmed positive for coronavirus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 03/23/2020 - 9:19amCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting one new positive case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties. This brings the total number of cases in the Quad-County region to four.
Carson City Justice and Municipal Courts issue orders regarding COVID-19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Sat, 03/21/2020 - 2:29pmThe First Judicial District Court and the Carson City Justice/Municipal Court has issued Administrative Orders for the Carson City Courthouse, Juvenile Court, Juvenile Detention Center and Juvenile Services to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and safeguard the public and employees.
A message from Carson City Mayor Bob Crowell on COVID-19
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 5:54pmIn response to Governor Sisolak’s Declaration of Emergency Directive 003, Carson City officials announced today they plan to work closely with businesses and residents in ensuring compliance with the Governor’s directive.
Stay Home for Nevada: What Nevadans Need to Know and Do
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 12:32pmAs Governor Steve Sisolak, Nevada state government officials, public health authorities, hospitals, and medical providers all work together to prepare, test, treat, and slow the spread of COVID-19, there are measures we can all take to reduce our risk of contracting the virus and keep our families and communities healthy.
Third COVID-19 case reported in quad counties; second in Carson City
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 10:41amCarson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting a third positive case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. This is the third case reported in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties.
Lyon County Utilities Department asks everyone to stop flushing 'flushable' wipes, announces shut-offs suspended
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 9:18amThe Lyon County Utilities Department (LCUD) understands this is a stressful time for our community and the households we serve. Please know that we are taking all steps necessary to maintain safe, reliable water and sewer service.
Four new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Washoe County
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 03/20/2020 - 3:40amOn Thursday, the Washoe County Health District confirmed four new cases of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus), bringing the total number of cases in Washoe County to 18.
"Zero Contact" Homes Services
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 3:30pmNorthern Nevada Residents, At The Happy Outlet, we are implementing the "Zero Contact" service call. And, we are cutting the consultation fee in half! The safety and wellness of our clients, team members, and your families is our top priority.
In accordance with the CDC and other government guidelines, we have immediately taken the following preventive measures to help reduce your risk of exposure to COVID-19.
• The Happy Outlet is implementing increased cleaning regimes of our office and service vehicles, to keep our team members healthy in order to serve you.
Carson Tahoe further limits visitation during the Coronavirus outbreak
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 03/19/2020 - 1:44pmWhen there is heightened concern around an illness, Carson Tahoe closely monitors the situation and implements enhanced infection prevention strategies, working closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), state and local health authorities, and other local healthcare providers.
Carson City health officials: Douglas woman in her 30s tests positive for coronavirus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 5:56pmCarson City Health and Human Services is reporting a second positive case of COVID-19, the disease caused by the new coronavirus. This is the second case reported in the Quad County region: Carson City, Douglas, Lyon, and Storey counties.