Clay County MN

09/02/2026

Listening is more than waiting for our turn to talk.

Giving someone our full attention, asking a thoughtful question, and making an effort to understand what they’re saying can help another person feel heard and valued.

Clay County Public Health is sharing an 8-minute CredibleMind video, “The Art of Active Listening,” with some practical ideas for becoming a better listener.

Today, try one small action: give someone your full attention.
Watch the free video:
https://partnership4health.crediblemind.com/videos/the-art-of-active-listening-or-the-harvard-business-review-guide

Want to strengthen a connection today? Try listening differently.

Really listening takes more than staying quiet while someone else talks.

CredibleMind's 8-minute video, “The Art of Active Listening,” explores how recognizing our listening habits, asking thoughtful questions, and paying attention to what the other person needs can help them feel heard.

https://partnership4health.crediblemind.com/videos/the-art-of-active-listening-or-the-harvard-business-review-guide

As part of September's Small Actions, Stronger Connections campaign, today's action is simple:

Give one person your full attention.

Put down the phone.

Turn away from the screen.

Listen without planning what you're going to say next.

And before you respond, ask one thoughtful question about what they just told you.

It's a small change in how we listen, but it can send an important message:

What you're saying matters to me.

Small action. Stronger connection.

Watch “The Art of Active Listening” on CredibleMind:

https://partnership4health.crediblemind.com/videos/the-art-of-active-listening-or-the-harvard-business-review-guide

09/02/2026

Each September, FEMA’s Ready Campaign celebrates National Preparedness Month. Since 2004, the campaign has taken the month to encourage Americans to prepare for emergencies. The month is a great time to take small steps to make a big difference in being prepared.

This year’s theme is, “Americans Stand Ready.”

The theme reflects the spirit of unity, resilience and resourcefulness that make our country strong. It’s a reminder that each of us can make a difference by taking proactive steps before a disaster strikes, and encouraging loved ones to do the same, Americans can contribute to the safety and security of the entire nation.

Preparedness is everyone’s responsibility, and disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, anywhere, and sometimes without warning.

09/01/2026

Election Information: Learn more about upcoming elections.

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09/01/2026

Clay County offices will be closed Monday September 7th and the Landfill will be closed September 5th in observance of Labor Day.

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09/01/2026

09/01/2026

Clay County Public Health is launching a four-part September series to help residents better understand kratom, 7-OH, and potential health risks. Good prevention starts with accurate information.

For more information, contact: [email protected]

**Not all kratom products are the same.**

Kratom products sold today can range from traditional leaf powders and teas to highly concentrated extracts and products containing 7-hydroxymitragynine, often called **7-OH**.

Understanding that difference matters.

Product strength, ingredients, and labeling can vary considerably, and concentrated products may carry different risks than traditional kratom leaf.

Following recent discussions with the **Clay and Becker County Boards of Commissioners**, our public health teams will be expanding education about kratom so residents can make informed decisions.

Throughout September, we'll be sharing a **four-part kratom education series** covering:

* What kratom is and how products differ
* What 7-OH is and why it matters
* Dependence, withdrawal, and other potential health risks
* What consumers, parents, and communities should know

**Good prevention starts with accurate information.**

For more information about kratom or to arrange a presentation for your organization or community, please contact:

**Jason McCoy, Community Prevention Manager**
[email protected]

09/01/2026

Clay County Board of Commissioners Live Meeting 9/1/2026

08/31/2026

A simple expression of gratitude can become a meaningful moment of connection.

Clay County Public Health is sharing CredibleMind’s free Gratitude learning series and encouraging everyone to take one small action today:
Think of someone you’re grateful for—and tell them.

Explore the free Gratitude series:
https://partnership4health.crediblemind.com/series/gratitude

What’s one thing you’re grateful for today?

It sounds simple. But gratitude is something we can practice—and the more we practice it, the more natural it can become.

Start CredibleMind's free Gratitude learning series:

https://partnership4health.crediblemind.com/series/gratitude

The first part of the series explores the science behind gratitude and how regularly practicing it can strengthen the brain processes involved in emotional regulation and responding to stress.

And that's where we're starting our new September campaign: Small Actions, Stronger Connections.

Throughout the month, we'll explore simple actions we can take to support our own wellbeing and strengthen our connections with the people around us.

Today's small action:

Think of one person you're grateful for.

Then take it one step further.

Tell them.

Send the text. Make the call. Say it in person.

A small expression of gratitude can become a moment of connection.

Small action. Stronger connection.

Start the free Gratitude series:

https://partnership4health.crediblemind.com/series/gratitude

08/25/2026

Clay County Board of Commissioners Live Meeting 8/25/2026

08/20/2026

2026 EMPTY PESTICIDE CONTAINER COLLECTION

September 8-11, 2026
8:30am - 4:00pm

Clay County Landfill
3301 190th St S, Hawley, MN

Containers must be triple rinsed

Caps and labels must be removed

String containers on bailing twine

Containers up to 55 gallons are accepted