Stories from Monday, March 23, 2020

With the COVID-19 running around in Iowa, churches in the state of Iowa have begun to take preemptive measures to help their communities stay safe. Here are the list of churches in Cherokee, Iowa and what they plan to do:...

At last week’s meeting, the Cherokee County Board of Supervisors heard a report from the Cherokee Regional Medical Center and Public Health staff to provide information to County departments related to COVID-19 Community Spread Mitigation Guidance. As a public entity, Cherokee County’s objective is to slow the spread of the COVID-19 virus by encouraging citizens to conduct business by phone, mail or online when possible...

These are scary times for many small businesses, particularly restaurants, bars, retailers and service businesses that have had to temporarily close or reduce hours.  Many business owners are worried about the long-term impact this is going to have on their business and on them personally...

Cherokee Regional Medical Center Public Health, in conjunction with the Cherokee County Healthcare Coalition, has a Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) unit within Cherokee County and are seeking volunteers. The MRC is seeking medically and non-medically trained volunteers for Cherokee County unit of the national disaster relief organization. Judy Stowater, CRMC Public Health Supervisor, spearheads the project. Call Public Health at 225-2129...

It is recommended that Iowans self-isolate for 14 days in the following situations: What does self-isolation mean? What should I be watching for during self-isolation? What about the people I live with? What should I do if I develop a fever, cough or have difficulty breathing?...

We commend the caring, concerned souls among us intent on disseminating vital information we then share with our readers regarding the COVID-19 pandemic threatening all of us. We’ve been deluged with dos and don’ts and yeoman efforts to keep current on all safety measures to lessen the impact of the virus on citizens, businesses, and most of all our incredible health care workers and emergency responders...

—Good friend Tom Bohnenkamp recently reminded us that Alta-Aurelia High School 1992 graduate Brandt Carlson is currently the head boys’ basketball coach at Ankeny, a team that defeated Waukee 78-70 for the Class 4A state championship title this season...

The Cherokee Community School District would like to invite everyone to the Cherokee CSD Staff Car Parade. The parade will begin at 5:30 p.m. from the WHS parking lot. The miss the students and their families, and they can't wait to share some waves, smiles, and a bunch of fun with everyone...