The Oklahoma Insurance Department (OlD) issued a bulletin this week to all health insurance companies and health maintenance organizations operating in Oklahoma to waive the costs associated with testing for the diagnosis of COVID-19. Additionall~ OIDisrequesting companies to be proactive in their communications to consumers regarding all medically necessary covered health care services and deliver accurate information about COVID-19 to ensure consumers are aware of their available benefits during a public health crisis.
State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister is asking school leaders statewide to help hospitals and nursing homes by donating desperately needed items such as hand sanitizer, masks and disinfecting wipes.
The Clinton Board of Education has announced that their choice for the new superintendent is Tyler Bridges, former Clinton Assistant Superintendent (2013-2017), effective July 1st.
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Pews will be empty this Sunday at First Baptist Church and many other places of worship in Clinton and around the nation. Federal, state and city leaders have asked people to stay home during the pandemic. Many churches are offering online worship opportunities this weekend and possibly beyond.
Many people have speculated what could happen to Bar-S Foods in relation to the coronavirus pandemic and the recommended protocols of not gathering 50 or more people in one place.
To help mitigate the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health of tribal members, employees and casino guests, the Cheyenne and Arapaho Tribes announced this week that all Lucky Star Casino locations are closed until April 2. The tribe is also paying all employees, tribal government and casino employees their regular salary for two weeks. All essential service employees and offices will continue to provide services.
Landon Hise, CEO of AllianceHealth Clinton, has released the following statement regarding the hospital’s response to the COVID-19 coronavirus.
Following is a list of churches, schools, government offices and facilities, and local businesses that have notified Clinton Daily News of operational changes being made at this time in regard to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Lindy Rivera of Opportunities, Inc. is available to help people register for the Census. Since many senior citizens don’t have computers at home, as long as they have their packet she is also able to help over the phone.