Since the governor’s shut down orders some local businesses are doing some things differently. Creative Specialities is considered an essential business since they are needed for funerals – etc. Cleo says they are taking orders by phone. They will still meet and consult with families and work with the funeral homes. If a home delivery is needed, they will call the person and leave it on the doorstep or hold it till they call back. The person then can come in and pick up the order. Cleo advises that they are fully stocked so far.

Hi-Plains Lumber is offering curbside service and delivery. They will do entry into their business only for emergencies. Yardmaster Gift, Greenhouse and Nursery is open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. They offer delivery if you are not comfortable coming inside. Flatlanders is running their usual hours so far. They too are an essential business as they sell livestock feed – etc. They assure they are taking special precautions. NAPA advises they usually do not have more than ten customers at a time so they are running same as usual. They will do curbside if the customer would rather. They are willing to help as needed.

The local Stevens County Extension Office is closed. Ron and Nancy Honig are both available by phone. Ron can be reached at 620-453-1724 and Nancy at 620-544-6787. Ron can still go out and look at whatever someone needs advice with. Brian’s Auto and Diesel Service is open but limiting business to appointment only. Call 620-544-2886 for an appointment. Hugoton Tire advises they are open. Bultman Tire’s doors are closed but they are still offering their services. They are asking customers to stay in their vehicle and call for an appointment at 620-544-8473. Carquest is open for business. They are practicing the social distancing and will do curbside if needed. You may call 620-544-8820. The Hermes, since we do not have more than ten people in at once and we are considered an essential business, the media, is open limited hours.