Telecommuting is on the rise and here are some tips and helpful ideas
Telecommuting on the Rise as More Want to Work from Home Jennifer Dec 15, 2020 Will telecommuting (work from home) jobs become more attractive as the cost of commuting to work rises? It would certainly seem that way. For everyday commuters, steep commuting expenses hurt the family budget and in turn affect vacations and discretionary spending. Environmental…
Read MorePPP Applications are open for: First Draw, Non-Profit, and Second Draw applicants
First application, Non-Profit, and Second draw applications are being accepted for the PPP program. Guidelines and details are continuing to change, please visit the SBA website for additional information. https://www.sba.gov/funding-programs/loans/coronavirus-relief-options/paycheck-protection-program/first-draw-ppp-loans#section-header-6
Read MoreRural Voices For Prosperity: A Report of the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity
The WEDC recently released the report of the Governor’s Blue Ribbon Commission on Rural Prosperity. Bayfield County has been included into the report in: Broadband, Tourism, and other areas. To read the full report please click the link below. https://wedc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/Web_Governors-Blue-Ribbon-Commission-Report.pdf
Read MoreArea Covid 19 testing: Dates, Times, and Locations.
The number of COVID-19 cases in northwestern Wisconsin continues to rise. Counties and tribes have been working together to provide recurring community specimen collection events / COVID-19 testing in our region.Testing/collection sites are being conducted on a first come, first served basis. The closest sites are listed below: ASHLAND COUNTY HIGHWAY GARAGE–39181 State Hwy 13,…
Read MoreExtension of Emergency Order #1 Pertaining to face Coverings
On September 22nd, 2020 Governor Evers extended and updated the Emergency Order #1 that pertained to face coverings. This order includes clarified wording that a face covering must be worn in an enclosed space. “Enclosed space” means a confined space open to the public where individuals congregate, including but not limited to outdoor bars, outdoor…
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