On November 16, 2020 Gov. Reynolds signed a new Public Health Disaster proclamation that imposes a number of additional public health measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19, effective until December 10. Here is a brief summary: Masks are required when people are in an indoor public space, and unable...
North Iowa Strong: COVID-19 Business Update
The number of COVID-19 cases and exposures are rising at an alarming rate in North Iowa, leaving businesses with many questions. What is considered a close contact? Who should be tested, and when? What are the latest rules regarding leave of absence and unemployment? The Chamber held a "North Iowa...
Hospital Asks Businesses to Require Masks
A Message from the MercyOne North Iowa President & CEO As we see COVID-19 numbers surge in our county, reaching a new record of 954 active cases per 100,000 residents, we are asking you – as business owners and operators, to help us beat this virus. Over the past week,...