Aug25

Preparing for the Workplace

by KVWM on August 25, 2020 at 4:38 pm
Posted In: Local Events

The Show Low Public Library is offering a “Preparing for the Workplace” workshop every Tuesday from September 1st to November 20th. All workshops are free and take place only online. A four-unit series of online workforce workshops. Each unit lasts 3 weeks.

On September 1st, we’ll start with Setting Employment Goals. Do you know the difference between a job and a career? How about how to turn a job into a step along the path toward a career? Join the workshop and find out! All work occurs online and is self-paced, but participants must meet weekly with instructor to check in. Sign-up is required for all workshops. Each unit has a rolling start, so it’s never too late to join!

The library has computers available for use, if needed for these online workshops. The computers are available Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Office hours are available, by appointment only, every Tuesday and Wednesday, from 11-4 pm, and can occur via phone, Skype, or face-to-face.

For more information, call (928) 532-4065, or email Emily at [email protected].

Aug21

“Arizona Gov. Ducey held COVID-19 briefing as businesses reopen”

by KVWM on August 21, 2020 at 4:55 pm
Posted In: CURRENT NEWS, HEALTH

(From www.fox10phoenix.com, written by FOX 10 Staff)

“Arizona Governor Doug Ducey provided a COVID-19 update on the afternoon of August 20, as another 723 cases and 50 deaths were reported.

Ducey held the media briefing with Major General Michael McGuire from the Arizona Dept. of Emergency and Military Affairs and Dr. Cara Christ from the Dept. of Health Services.

Hundreds of businesses that were ordered to close for months are now applying to reopen, with numerous theaters, gyms and bars receiving approval to do so.

However, many more applications have been denied by ADHS.

Ducey’s briefing came as schools and universities return to a mix of virtual and online learning for the fall.

COVID-19 conditions in Arizona have improved to the point where it is safe for two largely rural counties to reopen schools for partial in-person learning [Apache and Yavapai].”

 

You can read more at the source here: https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizona-gov-ducey-held-covid-19-briefing-as-businesses-reopen-students-return-to-school

You can view a list of results for businesses that have applied to reopen here: https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/list-arizona-businesses-that-have-been-approved-to-reopen

Aug18

NPC Non-Credit Courses

by KVWM on August 18, 2020 at 5:08 pm
Posted In: ENTERTAINMENT, Local Events, Technology

NPC offers free virtual non-credit community courses

Community education is a staple in the outreach programs provided by Northland Pioneer College (NPC). In the past, the college’s non-credit community courses have ranged from pottery, technical training and even included excursions to local landmarks. These programs have been offered for many years and will continue, even though access to many programs and locations are currently limited due to COVID-19.

Wes Wright, Community and Corporate Learning Specialist for NPC said, “It was important to us to continue offering educational opportunities to our community, especially during a time when many people are staying at home. Over 40-course titles are currently being planned and include topics like pilates, wild foraging, aromatherapy, drawing classes and more. You are sure to find something you are interested in among the offerings,” says Wright.

For the Fall 2020 session, all non-credit community education courses will be pre-recorded and available online at no cost to anyone who registers. “We recognized that course fees may limit community participation during this time, and we wanted to make sure everyone had access to these fun and informative non-credit community courses free of charge,” Wright continues.

Registration for fall classes is now open online at https://www.npc.edu/noncredit-classes. Classes will begin August 24. New classes will be added on an ongoing basis through the end of the year. There are no associated fees. Access to the internet is required to participate.

Aug14

Upcoming Blood Drives

by KVWM on August 14, 2020 at 4:15 pm
Posted In: HEALTH, Local Events

(Press Release from the American Red Cross)

Though this summer may feel different than summers past, one thing remains constant, “The need for blood donations to help save lives.” The American Red Cross is urging healthy individuals to give blood to restock the shelves for patients battling disease and facing the unexpected.

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, people across the country have stepped up to help by giving blood with the Red Cross. Blood donations from healthy individuals are just as essential now to meet patient needs, and those who gave this spring may be eligible to help again.

When you donate, you’re giving patients and their families a chance for more memories. There are several upcoming blood drive opportunities on August 18 through August 20, 2020.   “We’re all in this together.”

Blood Drive Locations: 

  • City of Show Low, hosted by Civil Air Patrol Squadron 210, at the City Campus Gym (620 E. McNeil, Show Low, AZ)
    • Wednesday, August 19, 2020 9:00a.m. to 3:00p.m.
    • Thursday, August 20, 2020 8:00a.m. to 2:00p.m.
  • Town of Springerville, hosted by Civil Air Patrol, at the meeting room (418 E. Main St., Springerville, AZ)
    • Tuesday, August 18, 2020 from noon to 5:00 p.m. 

Donors are asked to schedule an appointment prior to arriving at the drive and are required to wear a face covering or mask while at the drive, in alignment with Centers for Disease Control and Prevention public guidance. 

For more information or to make an appointment, please visit www.redcross.org.

Aug11

“Arizona Gov. Ducey releases guidelines for ‘paused businesses’ to reopen”

by KVWM on August 11, 2020 at 5:01 pm
Posted In: CURRENT NEWS, HEALTH

(From www.fox10phoenix.com, written by Matt Galka)

“PHOENIX – On Monday, Aug. 10, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey released guidelines for ‘paused businesses’ to follow to begin reopening once again during the COVID-19 pandemic.

For the last few months, gyms, bars, movie theaters and water parks have been among the businesses that have been forced to shut their doors, were allowed to reopen, then were shuttered once again on July 23.

Ducey’s orders to close some of these businesses to help slow the spread sparked lawsuits from gym and bar owners.

The CEO of Mountainside Fitness took his concern to court about being forced to close his fitness clubs and a Maricopa County judge ruled gyms needed to be given guidance on how to reopen.

On Aug. 10, Ducey’s office released guidelines for gyms, theaters, water parks, tubing, bars, and nightclubs to reopen if they follow guidelines using a red, yellow and green benchmark system.

The guidelines will be determined on a county by county basis.

Gyms can reopen at 25% capacity when the spread is considered ‘minimal.’ They can reopen to full capacity when the percent positive is at 3% in the county.

Bars and nightclubs can reopen at 50% capacity once the percent positive is at 3%. There’s no date of when they can open at full capacity.

There are also sanitization guidelines that need to be followed.

When able to reopen, businesses will need to complete an ‘attestation’ form, saying they will comply with the guidelines set forth. Businesses are warned that they can be shut down immediately if they aren’t following guidelines.”

 

You can read more at the source here: https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizona-gov-ducey-releases-guidelines-for-paused-businesses-to-reopen