COVID-19
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Understanding universal masking
Eau Claire – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Surgeon General recommend the practice of universal masking when in public and interacting with others. Universal masking, in addition to the practices of physical distancing and proper hygiene, helps to curb the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). Prevea Health offers…
Read MoreState and county officials reinforcing that roadways remain open to out-of-state and in-state travelers
To help dispel rumors, officials with the Wisconsin Counties Association (WCA) and Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) want to clarify that state roadways and borders remain open to in-state and out-of-state travelers. Under Governor Tony Evers’ Safer at Home order, motorists are asked to avoid “non-essential” travel throughout the public emergency period. State Patrol and…
Read MoreEvers Administration issues guidance for businesses during COVID-19 emergency
The Evers administration has issued guidance for essential businesses during the COVID-19 public health emergency. The guidance includes information about business interruption insurance from the Office of the Commissioner of Insurance (OCI) and business loans and grants from the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC). “This is an extremely difficult time for so many small business…
Read MoreWisconsin Dairy Recovery Partnership announced to help feed Wisconsinites, benefit state dairy farmers
MILWAUKEE – Dairy Farmers of Wisconsin (DFW) and the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) have joined forces with the state’s leading anti-hunger organization, Hunger Task Force, to help provide relief to the growing numbers of underfed and unemployed by connecting milk to emergency food organizations throughout the state. With the substantial…
Read MoreDATCP offers Produce Safety Program virtually during COVID-19
MADISON — To continue serving Wisconsin produce farmers during the public health emergency, the Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) is offering virtual On-Farm Readiness Reviews (OFRRs), a program that helps growers prepare to comply with the Produce Safety Rule. An OFRR is a non-regulatory assessment of a produce farm’s safety practices, and…
Read MoreWisDOT further restricts in-person services at DMV Service Centers
To protect customers and employees from the spread of COVID-19, the Wisconsin Department of Transportation is further restricting in-person service all Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Customer Service Centers. This action furthers the limitation of face-to-face services that began on March 23, 2020. Until further notice, the service centers will be closed to all in-person…
Read MoreGov. Evers announces Wisconsin is taking big steps to increase COVID-19 testing capacity
MADISON — Gov. Tony Evers April 20 announced that the state of Wisconsin is taking big steps to increase COVID-19 testing capacity throughout the state. Working with the Wisconsin Clinical Lab Network, the state has grown the number of labs performing COVID-19 tests from just eight labs one month ago to 36 labs as of…
Read MoreCampgrounds: Open for Business not Parties
MENOMONIE – Dunn County is home to six licensed campgrounds. These campgrounds are able to stay open under the Emergency Order #28-Safer at Home. However, campgrounds should not be open for recreational use. “We want to make sure that Dunn County residents get outside and get active, while social distancing to keep their germs to…
Read MoreWisconsin DHS: Safer at Home is working
People across the state of Wisconsin have risen to the challenge of COVID-19 by changing the way they work, play, and interact with friends and family. By staying Safer at Home, practicing physical distancing, and continuing to wash hands and cover coughs, Wisconsinites are making a difference and beginning to flatten the curve. #SaferatHome, Yes,…
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