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SBA extends EIDL applications to Dec. 31, 2021
The Small Business Administration has extended the deadline to apply for COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loans to Dec. 31, 2021. To date, SBA has approved $197 billion in low-interest loans, which provide U.S. small businesses, non-profits, and agricultural businesses working capital funds. Economic Injury Disaster Loan applications will continue to be accepted through December 2021,…
Read MoreGrants available for Grundy restaurants & bars
MORRIS, IL – Grundy County was made aware of a grant program which provides the County an opportunity to assist local restaurants and bars impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The County is excited to announce that the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity has approved the County’s grant application. Restaurants and bars located within…
Read MoreGrundy County Health Department Provides Quarantine Updates
MORRIS –The Grundy County Health Department has received direction from the IL Department of Public Health (IDPH) concerning the CDC change in quarantine timeline. Grundy is adopting this change effective immediately. The Illinois Department of Public Health has issued guidance related to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) modified quarantine guidance for persons…
Read MoreMorris Hospital Remains At Critical Point Despite Fewer COVID Hospitalizations
November 24, 2020, MORRIS, IL – Since reaching an all-time high of 41 hospitalized COVID patients last week, Morris Hospital is reporting fewer COVID hospitalizations at the start of this week, with 28 on Tuesday morning representing 47% of the total hospitalized patients. While there have not been any additional surgery postponements since last week,…
Read MoreMorris Hospital Nears Capacity as COVID Hospitalizations Increase
Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers is reporting a 400% increase in COVID hospitalizations since the beginning of November. There were 10 COVID positive inpatients at Morris Hospital on October 31, compared to 39 yesterday. “Our total inpatient census yesterday morning was 80,” says Mark Steadham, President & CEO of Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers. “Half…
Read MoreComEd Provides Bill Assistance to Struggling Small Businesses
With many restaurants, bars, retailers and other small businesses across northern Illinois struggling to stay open during the COVID-19 pandemic, ComEd today announced a new bill-assistance program to help eligible small businesses facing financial difficulties. “Small and family-owned businesses are the backbone of our communities.When they struggle, our neighborhoods struggle,” said ComEd CEO Joe Dominguez.…
Read MoreMorris Hospital COVID Testing Supply is Limited
November 10, 2020, MORRIS, IL – In an effort to balance limited testing supplies with increased demand for testing, Morris Hospital has asked providers on its medical staff to limit COVID testing orders to those who need it most: symptomatic patients and those at high risk for complications. “Right now, there is a very high…
Read MoreGrundy County Provides COVID-19 Guidelines for Businesses
MORRIS – The Grundy County Health Department provides information about adherence to the recently adopted Department of Public Health emergency regulations, 77 Ill. Admin. Code 690.50. Pursuant to the Department of Public Health Act, 20 ILCS 2305, the Department of Public Health Powers and Duties Law, 20 ILCS 2310, and the Communicable Disease Code, 77…
Read MoreMorris Hospital Offers COVID-19 Testing By Appointment
MORRIS, IL – As of June 1, Morris Hospital is offering COVID-19 testing by appointment for asymptomatic patients. Those who are tested do not require a known exposure to the COVID-19 virus. Testing is available for patients of all ages from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Monday-Friday, but appointments are required – no exceptions. Anyone…
Read MoreTips and Tricks to Ace Experiential Marketing
By Christina R. Green Experiential marketing is a big way to get your audience’s attention. In the past, it was something only big brands did. But now mom and pop businesses are getting involved and realize it doesn’t have to cost a lot of money to give your customers a memorable experience. The return-on-investment is…
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