Phase Two Re-opening Guidelines
Here is an infographic with the Phase 2 Re-opening Guidelines: Also See: https://www.highlandschamber.org/articles/post/nc-dept-of-health-and-human-services-interim-guidance-for-restaurants for…
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ASAE Advocacy and Resources
Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act Information is available: https://www.thepowerofa.org/coronavirusadvocacy/…
Continue ReadingUSCC: Paid Leave Guide
The Families First Coronavirus Response Act created new temporary paid sick leave and paid Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) programs that are 100% reimbursable by the federal government. The…
Continue ReadingGov. Cooper issues ‘Stay at Home’ order for all of North Carolina
The order goes into effect at 5 p.m. on Monday, March 30, but Cooper urged people start “as soon as you possibly you can.” The order will stay in place for 30 days or until it is repealed, replaced or…
Continue ReadingRolling Policy Checkpoints
The Highlands Police Department is conducting checkpoints to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic in this community and to gain compliance of North Carolina Executive Orders and Town of…
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Neighbors Helping Neighbors Service Launched
The Neighbors Helping Neighbors Volunteer Initiative has been launched to assist HIghlands residence in need. The service includes a hotline for requesting assistance: 828-482-8200 and online form…
Continue ReadingYoga in the Mountains
Hi Yoga Friend, We are excited about this new way of teaching and are opening the door to this new platform. It's been eye-opening to consider that since closing our doors 4 days ago to respect…
Continue ReadingMacon County Lodging Facility Emergency Regulations
Macon Country has released a new Emergency Regulations document, available for review here: Cover Letter Regulations Document Frequently Asked Questions…
Continue ReadingUnemployment Application
North Carolina residents can apply for unemployment due to COVID 19 here: https://des.nc.gov/need-help/covid-19-information…
Continue ReadingAnother Note from our director, Kaye McHan
Thank you for being caring business leaders. I wish I had words of wisdom to share as we move into our unknown future. I lost a small business in the 2008 recession so I understand your fear. It is…
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