During a press conference today Governor Gavin Newsom announced that starting immediately the 47 counties that have self attested can open hair salons and barber shops with “meaningful modifications.” Unlike yesterday, when Newsom opened up retail shopping and churches statewide, this phase of the reopening is only for those counties whose attestations have been approved […]
“They said she was fine…but we got a call at 2am. My Grandma had tested positive… And by then it was too late,” Antonia Rose, Cutler resident, explained how her grandmother was sent home from Linwood Meadows Care Center in Visalia even though she was positive for COVID-19. Two weeks, ago the Valley Voice covered […]
The Community of Seville has clean tap water today for the first time in almost five years. The County of Tulare led a project to construct a replacement water system and potable water is available throughout the community. As of Friday, May 15, 2020, the Water Board has rescinded the boil water notice. “We are […]
Cities are rebelling over Tulare County Board of Supervisors’ vote to advance to Stage 3 of opening the economy in defiance of the Governor’s Executive Order and the state’s Public Health Department. Governor Newsom said in a press conference that Stage 3 is still weeks away and only for parts of the state that have […]
A press release from Tulare County Health and Human Services Testing capacity for COVID-19 has increased in Tulare County and local officials urge residents who work in essential services, individuals who are returning to work in retail businesses, and anyone who believes they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should make an appointment to get […]
A press release from the Tulare County Sheriff The Tulare County Sheriff’s Office recognizes that we are living in times of prolonged isolation, making it’s so important for people to get outside and enjoy the sunshine. That being said, we want to make sure that they’re doing it without interfering in the day to day […]
A press release from Tulare County Public Health VISALIA, CA – The Tulare County Public Health Officer, Dr. Karen Haught, has released a new guidance regarding the wearing of face coverings, or masks, as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) have recommended that members of […]
VISALIA, CA – The Tulare County Public Health Officer has signed and released an amended Emergency Order for the prevention of COVID-19 pursuant to Tulare County Ordinance and the California Health and Safety Code. The Shelter-in-Place Order and the State’s Pandemic Roadmap have been adopted by the Tulare County Health Officer. Currently, only the authorized […]
“They were aware of everything, but they didn’t have a plan of action,” Tiffany Tassey, 28, said when referring to her experience with management while working as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Lindsay Gardens during the COVID-19 outbreak. Nursing homes across the nation have become hotspots for infection. At one point some of the […]
With Covid-19 cases now nearing 400 across Tulare County, mental health services have been forced to adapt and make policy changes for the safety of their staff and clients. Tulare County Mental Health barred public access to its wellness center and all clinics/facilities. County Group Therapy has also been cancelled. However, patients can pick up […]