March 2020
COVID 19 and Real Estate – What You Need To Know- One Realtors Advice.
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 6:13pmCOVID 19 and Real Estate – What You Need To Know- One Realtors Advice.
Nevada’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic has restricted the activities of many local businesses that aren’t considered “essential.” Realtors are among the list included in essential businesses, so are lenders, title companies, and banks.
With that said and with direction from Nevada Realtors Association at the state level there are some things to be aware of.
Carson City restaurants offering pick up and/or delivery
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 5:36pm
Here is a partial list of local restaurants that are offering take out and/or delivery during the COVID-19 shutdown. We will be adding more soon. If you want to add a restaurant to the list, please email the name of the restaurant, address, phone number and if they are offering take out and/or delivery to kc@carsonnow.org. Thanks.
Carson City health officials: Douglas woman in her 30s tests positive for coronavirus
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 4:56pm
Carson 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.
Carson City Schools adds 2 more locations for no-cost meal pick up
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 3:52pm
Nutrition Services with the Carson City School District have added two more drive-through pick-up locations for free lunch and breakfast, including the Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada and the Ron Wood Family Resource Center.
Carson City area businesses react to closure orders, many unsure of mandated procedures
Submitted by Kelsey Penrose on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 2:56pm
By noon Wednesday, all "non-essential" businesses in Nevada were required to shut down by state decree in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. However, some local business owners were confused as to the procedure for the shut down, which businesses in fact are required to close and in what ways can they remain open.
Nevada Health Response Center revises essential, non-essential business and services list
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 1:57pmOn Wednesday, the Nevada Health Response Center (NHRC) released the COVID-19 Risk Mitigation Initiative listing of essential services and sectors and non-essential services and sectors. The release includes social distancing measure.
Lyon County Human Services staffing reduced, senior centers offer drive-thru meal options
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 12:36pmIn response to the Declaration of Emergency by the Lyon County Board of Commissioners, the Human Services department has reduced the staffing in its' administrative offices. Limited services are being offered over the phone, individuals are encouraged to contact their local Human Services office with any questions or concerns.
Sisolak-ordered 'non-essential' business shutdown draws questions, confusion from local governments, industry
Submitted by admin on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 12:26pm
Gov. Steve Sisolak’s request Tuesday night for all non-essential businesses in the state, including casinos, to close their doors for 30 days in order to avoid further spread of the novel coronavirus has been met with some confusion over what is and isn’t an “essential” business.
What Works: COVID-19, Your Business and Life
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 11:35am
I have spent the last week helping businesses communicate and innovate during the COVID-19 pandemic. With a little lull in my meetings, I turn to you in Carson City to provide insights. I hope they inspire you to think differently and utilize this uncertain time to create a little certainty, however you can.
Carson City Board of Supervisors to consider emergency declaration Thursday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 03/18/2020 - 11:14amEvent Date:
March 19, 2020 - 8:30am
UPDATE: Carson City Health and Human Services clarified one item in the resolution regarding the number of cases. Carson City health officials have identified 1 positive case and the potential exposure of 14 ship passengers who have been repatriated who are being tracked.
