Gov. Steve Sisolak issued a new directive April 8 further limiting “places where Nevadans gather and [COVID-19] may spread,” according to a guidance … [Read more...] about Governor tightens restrictions
CDC provides safety guidance for critical workers who may have been exposed to COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released interim guidance on April 8 addressing how critical infrastructure workers may return to … [Read more...] about CDC provides safety guidance for critical workers who may have been exposed to COVID-19
Stimulus package — what do family farms need to know?
By Anna Johnson, policy manager, Center for Rural Affairs In the face of our public health crisis due to the coronavirus, Congress recently passed … [Read more...] about Stimulus package — what do family farms need to know?
State asking businesses to help with COVID-19 response
The Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) and the state-designated Regional Development Authorities (RDAs) are assisting the Nevada … [Read more...] about State asking businesses to help with COVID-19 response
Disaster declaration approved for Nevada
WASHINGTON — FEMA announced that federal emergency aid has been made available for the state of Nevada to supplement state, tribal and local recovery … [Read more...] about Disaster declaration approved for Nevada
Aging and Disability Services Division Nevada COVID-19 Aging Network rapid response announced
Carson City, NV — Nevada’s Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) today announced it is launching a website to offer a single point of entry … [Read more...] about Aging and Disability Services Division Nevada COVID-19 Aging Network rapid response announced
USDA Rural Development launches COVID-19 resource webpage
WASHINGTON, March 27, 2020?? USDA Rural Development has launched a COVID-19 resource page to keep our customers, partners, and stakeholders … [Read more...] about USDA Rural Development launches COVID-19 resource webpage
Nevada unemployment claims jump 1,352 percent
CARSON CITY, NV ?According to the finalized initial claims data from the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR), initial … [Read more...] about Nevada unemployment claims jump 1,352 percent
DETR to expand online helpdesk business hours to accommodate surge in unemployment insurance claims while encouraging online filing
LAS VEGAS, NV ?On Saturday, March 27th, the Nevada Department of Employment, Training and Rehabilitation (DETR) will add system and staffing support … [Read more...] about DETR to expand online helpdesk business hours to accommodate surge in unemployment insurance claims while encouraging online filing
Free COVID-19 legal services for low-income Nevadans
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, March 23, 2020 — Nevada Legal Services (NLS) remains open with staff working remotely to assist with legal issues related to … [Read more...] about Free COVID-19 legal services for low-income Nevadans