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In front of the Imperial Manor, staff coming to work are greeted with the words, “Behind every great nursing home is a great staff.” CCS art teacher Chelsea Zuege contributed her time to make this sign and the one at Parkview-Heights.

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The message “Making a difference in every life we touch” greets staff members as they enter the Imperial Parkview-Heights complex.

Stimulus funds helping senior care facilities recoup COVID-19 costs

Imperial’s senior care facilities, the Imperial Manor and Parkview-Heights, received three stimulus checks from the federal government that are helping recoup expenses due to COVID-19.

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COVID-19 testing here Thursday—but need to hurry to sign up

Officials at the Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD) and TestNebraska.com are making final preparations for free COVID-19 testing in Imperial today (Thursday).

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First COVID death confirmed in southwest health district

The Southwest Nebraska Public Health Department (SWNPHD), which includes Imperial and Chase County, has recorded its first COVID-19 death.

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The Talbott Brothers Tyler, left, and Nick recently recorded a video at Enders Lake. Since their tour was canceled due to COVID-19, the duo has been at home in Imperial recording acoustic singles.