Other Pertinent COVID-19 Notices & Information
for Mitchell County, KS - Updated daily, as warranted.
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Items below are provided in dated order - Please Check back frequently for new information
  • New Information is provided on this page as is prudent; all days may not be represented.
November 3, 2021
  • Kansas Adopts FDA, CDC Guidelines for Pfizer Vaccine for Children Ages 5-11
  • Governor Laura Kelly today announced that Kansas will adopt the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and Centers for Disease Control’s (CDC) recommendations for administering the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine to children ages 5-11 under Emergency Use Authorization (EUA), making all Kansans 5 and older eligible for the COVID-19 Pfizer vaccine.
  • Read the Full Press Release

September 1, 2021
KDHE Urges Kansans Not to Take Ivermectin for COVID-19
  • TOPEKA – With a rise in calls to poison control centers and visits to emergency rooms, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is urging Kansans not to take the drug ivermectin unless prescribed by a physician then take it exactly as prescribed. This drug is not approved or authorized by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to treat or prevent COVID-19. Ivermectin has been approved in humans to treat specific skin conditions like rosacea, head lice or some parasitic worms. Ivermectin is used in livestock as an anti-parasite medicine and can be found in livestock supply centers. Livestock drugs are highly concentrated for large animals and can be highly toxic in humans. 
  • Read Full Press Release (PDF)

August 27, 2021​ 
New Online Dashboard to Track Vaccination Data Among Healthcare Personnel in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly announced today that the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS) and Kansas Department for Health and Environment (KDHE) have collaborated to create an online dashboard that makes it easier for the public to track vaccination rates among healthcare personnel in the state’s long-term care facilities (LTCFs) in anticipation of the federal regulation requiring staff vaccinations within the nation’s more than 15,000 Medicare and Medicaid-participating nursing homes.  The anticipated emergency federal requirement is being developed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in collaboration with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This new requirement is a key component of protecting the health and safety of nursing home residents and staff by ensuring that all nursing home staff receive COVID-19 vaccinations. The state’s newly launched dashboard extrapolates launched data specific to Kansas from the CDC’s National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) COVID-19 Long Term Care Facility Module and provides a view of the healthcare personnel vaccination rates for Kansas’s federally licensed LTCFs.
  • Read Full Press Release (PDF)

​July 21, 2021
MEDIA ADVISORY: Vaccine and Testing Clinics Continue Statewide with Emergence of Delta Variant
Vaccine and Testing events will continue to be held in several counties across the state over the coming weeks ~
  • TOPEKA – With the increased presence of the Delta variant in the region, local health departments, providers, and community groups are continuing to hold free COVID-19 vaccine and testing clinics. The emergence of the Delta variant poses a dangerous risk to communities across Kansas. The events listed below are part of a sustained effort to mobilize Kansans to get vaccinated and/or tested to stop the spread of COVID-19 in order to protect themselves and loved ones. According to the CDC, the Delta variant is twice as infectious as the B. 117 variant which was previously the dominant strain. The new variant appears to be spreading most quickly in communities that have the lowest vaccination rates. Over the last few weeks, nearly all patients who died of COVID-19 were unvaccinated. It’s essential for Kansans to stay safe by continuing to social distance and wear masks while around unvaccinated people.
  • Read Full Press Release (PDF)


June 9, 2021
May 18, 2021
May 13, 2021
Kansas Adopts CDC's Guidance on Mask-Wearing, Physical Distance
From Governor Laura Kelly

TOPEKA - The following statement can be attributed to Governor Laura Kelly regarding the CDC's latest guidance for fully-vaccinated individuals:
"Effective immediately, Kansas will adopt the CDC's latest guidance that fully-vaccinated Kansans are no longer required to wear masks indoors or outdoors or physically distance, except in circumstances such as those required by businesses, public transportation, or health care facilities. Should fully-vaccinated Kansans feel more comfortable wearing a mask, they are welcome to continue doing so."

"This announcement is welcome news, and a testament to the sacrifices Kansans have made over the last year. I can think of no better reason for all Kansans to get vaccinated. The sooner we are vaccinated - the sooner we get back to normal."

Contact: Reeves Oyster, Press Secretary Reeves.Oyster@ks.gov
April 26, 2021
Kansas Resume Administration Of The Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccine (PDF)

April 15, 2021
April 12, 2021
One third of Kansans have received at least their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. (PDF)

April 1, 2021
March 29, 2021
March 25, 2021
February 9, 2021
Kansas COVID-19 Response Initiative Receives Additional $2.8 Million
  • TOPEKA – The Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services’ (KDADS) Behavioral Health Services (BHS) Commission has received an additional $2.8 million in federal funding for its Kansas COVID-19 Response initiative launched in August last year. Kansas initially received $2 million in short-term Emergency COVID-19 Grant funds from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA). The additional funds announced today allow the agency to continue to respond to mental health and substance use disorder impacts during COVID-19 through May 2022..... continued
  • Read The Full Press Release (PDF)

January 21, 2021
NEW! COVID-19 Dashboard -- The COVID-19 vaccine dashboard is updated Monday, Wednesday and Friday by 12:30 p.m.
December 22, 2020

Extending the Deadline for Renewal of Driver’s Licenses

TOPEKA –Today Governor Laura Kelly signed Executive Order 20-70 (PDF) extending the deadline for renewal of driver’s licenses to June 30, 2021. With this order, Governor Kelly is temporarily removing the age limit for online driver’s license renewals. This provision allows 21-plus-year-old Kansans to renew their driver’s license online. By statute, other restrictions still apply.

“As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, it is clear that we must extend this provision to continue protecting Kansans’ health and safety,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “I encourage all Kansans eligible to take advantage of the opportunity for online license renewal to protect themselves and their communities from the spread of the virus.”

In addition to Executive Order 20-70, the Kansas Department of Revenue is removing service fees for all Kansans who use iKan to renew their license. These fees are generated to keep the online renewal system running but will be covered by COVID-19 funding to encourage the use of online renewals. This, in turn, assists in combating community spread of the disease.

“By waiving the service fees, we hope Kansas drivers see this as an opportunity to experience a safe alternative to visiting our offices in person,” Kansas Department of Revenue Secretary Mark Burghart said. “This helps our customers not see delays in service and our staff to continue regular operations in a health-conscious manner.”

The iKan program can be utilized by downloading the app from Apple App or Google Play stores on mobile devices or by visiting iKan.ks.gov. Even with the temporary removal of some restrictions, by statute, other restrictions apply.

November 20, 2020
Governor Kelly Makes $38.5 Million of CARES ACT Funding Available to Kansas Small Businesses, Slow COVID-19 Spread -- Funding will Support Hard-hit Businesses, Vaccine Distribution, Other Public Health Efforts
November 19, 2020
KS Executive Order #20-68 Establishing Face Covering Protocol Effective November 25, 2020 (PDF)

November 18, 2020
Significant Increases of COVID-19 Throughout MC Communities
Governor Laura Kelly Announces New Steps to Slow the Spread of COVID-19

November 16, 2020
The Mitchell County Commissioners, acting in their capacity as the Mitchell County Board of Health, made a motion to recommend the wearing of masks due to increased COVID-19 cases in Mitchell County.  They also made a recommendation to maintain social distancing and to limit gatherings as well as asking that all businesses participate in this recommendation.  Motion made by Mike Cooper and seconded by Tom Claussen.  Motion carried by unanimous vote.

October 29, 2020
October 23, 2020
1-800-273-8255 Contact the Kansas Crisis Counseling Program for COVID-19 assistance hotline anytime, at no cost
October 15, 2020
Kansas State Financial Council extends the state of disaster emergencey per COVID-19 to remain in effect through November 15, 2020
October 6, 2020
September 24, 2020
September 10, 2020
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly issues Executive Order 20-64
  • This order extends, temporarily allows and or provides or amends 8 items per the COVID-19 Kansas State of Disaster Emergency. These order are effective immediately and will remain until rescinded, until January 26, 2021 or until.... see the Order for complete information.
  • Click Here to Read the Order

September 9, 2020
July 20, 2020
July 15, 2020
July 8, 2020
Governor Laura Kelly Announces Executive Orders on Driver’s License Extension, Adult Care Home Licensure
July 2, 2020
Kansas Statewide Mask Order Effective Friday, July 3, 2020
Executive Order NO. 20-52 Requiring Mask or Other Face Coverings In Public
June 25, 2020
Grants Available in MC For Those Facing Impending Income Losses Or Other Stresses Due To The COVID-19

June 23, 2020
June 17, 2020
June 15, 2020
June 1, 2020
May 27, 2020
May 26, 2020
KDHE recommends self-quarantine for Kansans who traveled to Lake of the Ozarks
The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) is recommending voluntary 14-day self-quarantine for those Kansans who traveled to Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri, over the Memorial Day weekend and did not use protective measures, such as social distancing and face masks. “The reckless behavior displayed during this weekend risks setting our community back substantially for the progress we’ve already made....
May 20, 2020
Kansas Families to Receive Additional Food Support Through Pandemic EBT Program
The Department for Children and Families in collaboration with the Kansas State Department of Education (KSDE) announced today the creation of the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Program (PEBT). The program will help families who have been impacted by school closures due to COVID-19 to purchase food for their children.  Click Here To Get More Details (PDF)

Info Meeting ... In order to provide additional information about P-EBT and to answer questions, DCF is hosting a virtual town hall meeting Thursday, May 21 from 11 a.m. to noon. To join the Virtual Meeting, click this link  >  https://bit.ly/KansasP-EBTTownHall

May 19, 2020
Modified Phase 2 Reopening Plan - Friday, May, 22, 2020
Given promising trends in COVID-19 disease spread, hospitalizations, and deaths, the Governor has decided to move the state into a modified Phase Two on Friday, May 22nd with a new mass gathering limit of 15 individuals. All businesses and activities slated for Phase 2 will be allowed with the exception of bars/night clubs and swimming pools.
What you CAN and canNOT Do on Memorial Day according to the Ad Astra Plan
May 18, 2020
NOTICE - For information about businesses yet to open, partially open, or fully open, please contact the business in question and or see this page on our website for universal information related to Mitchell County, KS.
Phase 1.5 Press Release from MC Health Department
May 16, 2020
May 15, 2020
KS Governor Kelly adds new 1.5 phase to “Ad Astra” Reopening Plan
+ Mitchell County related information from the MCKS Health Dept.
Executive Order 20-31, establishes a new phase to the “Ad Astra: Plan to Reopen Kansas.” The new “1.5” Phase, effective May 18, 2020, continues reopening efforts while preserving some data-driven restrictions necessary to prevent community transmission of COVID-19.
New Executive Order Provides Some Relief Per Shared Work Programs Restrictions
Notice - 190th Air Refueling Wing salutes healthcare workers and first responders with flyover
  • The Kansas Air National Guard’s 190th Air Refueling Wing is scheduled to perform an Operation Kansas Strong flyover across four Kansas cities to salute healthcare workers, first responders and other frontline workers in the fight against COVID-19. The flyovers will take place on Tuesday, May 19, 2020 beginning at 1 p.m. in Emporia, followed by Manhattan, Topeka and Lawrence.  Read Press Release
May 13, 2020
UPDATE - KDHE Adds State To Travel Quarantine List, Removes OthersTOPEKA –The Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE) has added one state to the quarantine list: Maryland, and removed two states from the list: Colorado and Louisiana. This includes removal of the specific Colorado counties listed previously. This is effective for persons returning today, May 12, and moving forward. A comprehensive list of those individuals in Kansas needing to quarantine for 14 days includes those who have Traveled to:
  • Maryland on or after May 12.
  • Massachusetts and Rhode Island on or after April 30.
  • Connecticut on or after April 6.
  • Illinois or New Jersey on or after March 23.
  • New York on or after March 15.
  • Been on a cruise ship or river cruise on or after March 15.
  • International travel on or after March 15.
  • Read The Full Press Release (PDF)


May 12, 2020
KS Announces Economic Development and Meal Program Grants
  • Governor Kelly announced the creation of the CDBG-CV program, which allocates $9 million in CDBG funds for COVID-related economic development and meal program activities. Businesses interested in receiving CDBG-CV funds should contact their City Clerk and/or County Clerk office.
  • Read Press Release (PDF)
  • Learn More: www.kansascommerce.gov/cdbg-cv


May 11, 2020
KS Dept. Of Revenue Announces Plan To Reopen Driver’s License Offices
Since March 24, 2020, extensions to driver's licenses and vehicle registrations have been made through Executive Order 20-12 signed by Governor Laura Kelly.  While those extensions are still valid, the Kansas Department of Revenue will start to reopen driver's license offices on Tuesday, May 12, 2020.

Essential services will be conducted in reopened driver's license offices include:
  • Drivers needing to transfer a license from another state
  • Teen drivers receiving a license for the first time
  • Drivers turning 21 or turning 50 years-of-age
  • Applications for a new state identification card
  • If there is no online access to the customer or other restriction to online service apply by statute, including not having an eye exam within the last 12 months

  • Read Full Details (PDF)


Regarding Kansas Fishing Tournaments - Mandatory Guidelines
May 8, 2020
Frequently Asked Questions Per 4 Stage Plan To Reopen Kansas
When does the Reopening Plan go into effect? The Framework will reopen the Kansas economy in Phases. Throughout each Phase the Governor will continue evaluating the state’s progress and, if appropriate, issue a new executive order moving the statewide baseline to a new Phase. Phase One will begin May 4th. Phase Two will occur no sooner than May 18, 2020. Phase Three will occur no sooner than June 1, 2020. A Phase Out will occur no sooner than June 15, 2020. Once the state is in “Phase Out,” the Governor will issue additional guidelines to explain the health metrics that will trigger an elimination of all statewide restrictions.
May 5, 2020
KCC extends emergency order suspending utility disconnects until May 31, 2020
  • The Kansas Corporation Commission approved extending its emergency order suspending utility disconnects for nonpayment until May 31.   The action, taken during a Commission business meeting, will offer continued relief to those experiencing hardship from the COVID-19 virus. The directive covers all electrical, natural gas, water and telecommunications utilities under the KCC’s jurisdiction.
  • Read the new order (PDF)

May 4, 2020
KS Dept Of Commerce Introduces New Grant Program For Kansas Arts Organizations Affected By COVID-19
  • Nearly $500,000 in grant funding is being made available to provide operational support to Kansas arts organizations experiencing financial difficulties as a result of COVID-19. --- The Kansas Department of Commerce and the Kansas Creative Industries Arts Commission will distribute CARES Act arts funding through the Short-Term Operational Support (SOS) Program, a grant program developed to assist with immediate financial needs resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak. Applications will be accepted beginning Monday, May 4, through May 15, 2020.
  • Visit their website to Learn More -  www.kansascommerce.gov/ArtsSOS 
May 1, 2020

Provide by Cortney Murrow, Administrator, Mitchell County KS Health Department
Reissuing & Extending Certain Executive Orders Related to COVID-19 Pandemic
State of Kansas - New 15 Day Disaster Proclamation
KS Dept. for Children and Families Reopens Low Income Energy Assistance Program
April 28, 2020
KS Governor Announces State’s New COVID-19 Website  Governor Laura Kelly on Monday announced the launch of a new and comprehensive State of Kansas website for resources regarding COVID-19.
The site, covid.ks.gov, is a centralized place for Kansans seeking resources and up-to-date information, as the state responds to, and recovers from damage done by the COVID-19 pandemic. The site is ADA compliant, mobile optimized and will be available in Spanish.


April 24, 2020
Information concerning the upcoming Primary and General Elections.
April 17, 2020
Kansas Department for Children and Families Announces Hero Relief Program
Program provides child care subsidies to eligible health care workers, first responders and other essential workers

Governor Laura Kelly and DCF Secretary Laura Howard today announced efforts to support parents and childcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The “Hero Relief Program” expands DCF’s child care assistance subsidies for families and provides financial support directly to child care providers. The new program specifically targets health care workers, first responders and other essential workers.

Beginning Monday, April 20, child care subsidies will be available to essential workers who financially qualify. The list includes:
  • Health care workers (including RNs, other medical professionals and health care support workers, hospital and laboratory staff)
  • First responders (including law enforcement, fire and rescue, and other public safety workers)
  • Food and agriculture workers
  • Judicial branch (essential services)
  • National Guard
  • Child and adult protective service specialists
  • Child care providers caring for children of eligible workers listed above

  • Read the Full Press Release
April 16, 2020
Mitchell County Strong is accepting grocery assistance applications for those in need.  This is made possible through a partnership with Solomon Valley Community Foundation, the Beloit Area Chamber of Commerce and the Mitchell County Community Development / Solomon Valley Economic Development’s Mitchell County Strong program! For more information visit our website:
April 15, 2020
Kansas Governor Extends Stay-At-Home Order Until May 3
April 13, 2020
April 11, 2020
KS Supreme Court rules that Legislative Coordinating Council (LCC) was not authorized to revoke Executive Order 20-18.
April 10, 2020
Kansas Department of Wildlife Suspends Sales of "Nonresident" Turkey Permits
April 7, 2020
Kansas Governor Kelly Announces Revised Mass Gatherings Guidance To Include Religious Services

As part of ongoing efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, today Governor Laura Kelly rescinded Executive Order #20-14 and replaced it with Executive Order #20-18, which primarily brings our religious institutions and religious and non-religious funerals in line with the previous order that limited public gatherings to 10 or fewer people.  Although religious institutions and funerals previously were exempt from this 10-person limit, they now will need to comply with this rule, effective at 12:01 p.m. Wednesday....
Public ,Notice! ...from Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems. "It is critical you call the ER prior to showing up for all non-emergent issues. This will help ensure the safety of everyone and to contain the spread of the virus. CALL FIRST. 785-738-9348. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated."March 7, 2020

March 4, 2020


Public Notice! A message from: Mitchell County Hospital Health Systems Mitchell County Health Department / NCK Home Health Agency Beloit Medical Center, P.A.
  • To clear up some confusion: The PPE supplies that we receive from Kansas Department of Emergency Management is only for the use of our medical facilities and first responders at this time. We have very limited supplies that need to go to those in direct contact with patients. We can not give any to the general public. We know and understand it’s hard to come by, but they are at the highest risk and can’t stay home and safe. Please stay home! Stay safe! Wash your hands!

April 3, 2020

MC Hospital
First Cases Reported in Neighboring Counties
  • The Osborne County Kansas Health Department announces their first case of COVID-19 
  • The Jewell County Kansas Health Department announces their first case of COVID-19 
 
Attention Outfitters /Guides and residence bringing in family or friends for hunting or fishing + update about turkey hunting season

April 2, 2020

Isolation and Quarantine - Frequently Asked Questions
Please do NOT Spread these RUMORS!
RUMOR:  Kansas roads & boaders are being closed
  • FACT: All Kansas Highways and borders are OPEN! They will remain OPEN! They have always been OPEN! Please stop the mad rumors of our roads and borders being closed!
RUMOR: There is a letter circulating on social media about the Department of Homeland Security mobilizing the National Guard.
  • FACT: THIS IS NOT TRUE!
RUMOR: You need documentation saying that you are an essential employee
  • FACT: You are NOT required to have this paperwork, or be asked to show law enforcement.
April 1, 2020

KSDH,COVID-19 Case Summary by Kansas Counties
Includes maps, charts, numbers, etc. Updated daily.
March 30, 2020

North Central Kansas Area Business & Community Changes Due To COVID-19
COVID-19 Press Conference, Kansas Department of Health and Environment
Secretary Lee Norman, M.D. provides the latest COVID-19 update on
President Trump approves Kansas disaster declaration
March 28, 2020

Governor Kelly issues temporary, statewide Stay Home order in ongoing effort to combat COVID-19 
As part of ongoing efforts to limit the spread of novel coronavirus in Kansas, today Governor Laura Kelly issued Executive Order 20-16, making Kansas the 22nd state in the nation to institute a temporary, statewide stay-home order.
Kansas Essential Functions Request Site -- If you have questions about "if your business is acceptable in the essential framework,"  PLEASE DO NOT CALL THE COUNTY HEALTH NURSE about this. This is a state order and supersedes all local orders until the state order expires.
March 27, 2020

Remote WIC Info Mitchell County Sheriff Modified Response Plan per Law Enforcement  
Saline County and Salina residents are being ordered to shelter in place. The order goes into effect Monday, March 30, 2020. It will be in effect for 30 days.
March 26, 2020

KS Department of Agriculture (KDA) Recommends Voluntary Reduction in Burning -- In response to the COVID-19 pandemic currently impacting all states, including Kansas, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and the Kansas Department of Agriculture strongly encourage all land owners and managers to voluntarily reduce the number of acres that they intend to burn this spring.
Mitchell County Kansas  Emergency Management
David Dohe - Director
Public Health & NC Kansas Home Health Agency
Cortney Murrow, Administrator
Mitchell County Kansas Government
Chris Treaster, Mitchell County Clerk
111 S Hersey
PO Box 190
Beloit, KS  67420
Solomon Valley Econ Development
Emily Benedick
Solomon Valley Economic Development​
209 East Main, #104
​Beloit, KS 67420
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