Minnesota health officials reported Thursday 1,661 new cases of the coronavirus and 13 more deaths. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, 7,204 people have died because of the virus. A total of 4,376 of those deaths have occurred in long term care facilities. A total of 584,227 cases have been confirmed in…… read more »
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Iowa Adds 711 New Coronavirus Cases and 2 More Deaths on Thursday
The latest numbers from the Iowa Department of Public Health show 2 more Iowans have died from COVID-19 and there 711 new cases of the virus in the state. The number of new positive COVID-19 tests reported for the time period brings the total number of individuals who have tested positive up to 366,842.…… read more »
3 Arrested Following Search Warrant Execution in rural Blue Earth
Three people have been arrested after a search by Law Enforcement in Faribault County. On Monday, just before 2pm, the Faribault County Sheriff’s Department executed a search warrant at 36178 90th Street, Blue Earth. The search warrant was applied for further the investigation of a reported burglary and theft. Arrested were 24 year…… read more »
Despite Cooler Temps, MN Farmers Make Good Planting Progress Last Week
Below normal temperatures persisted last week in Minnesota and farmers have 5.6 days suitable for fieldwork during the week ending May 2nd according to the USDA. During the week, Minnesota farmers were able to plant over 40% of their expected corn crop for a total of 60% planted, 2 days behind last year, but…… read more »
B.E. City Council Approves Agreement for Engineering Services and Receives Construction Update
At their meeting Monday night, the Blue Earth City Council approved a professional agreement for engineer services with Bolton and Menk for the Nicollet Street and Walnut Street Reconstruction project planned for this summer. The Council was informed that the final stages of contracts and paperwork are being put together so the contractor can…… read more »
MDH Reports 998 New Coronavirus Cases and 11 Deaths on Tuesday
Minnesota health officials reported on Tuesday 998 new cases of the coronavirus and 11 more deaths. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, 7,174 people have died because of the virus. A total of 4,371 of those deaths have occurred in long term care facilities. A total of 581,335 cases have been confirmed…… read more »
Iowa Reports 373 New COVID-19 Cases on Tuesday
The latest number from the Iowa Department of Public Health show another 373 Iowans have tested positive for the coronavirus. The number of new positive tests reported for the time period, brings the total number of individuals who have tested positive up to 365,993. The data shows there have been 5,959 total deaths…… read more »
MDH Adds 1,105 New Coronavirus Cases and 3 Deaths on Monday
Minnesota health officials reported on Monday 1,105 new cases of the coronavirus and 3 more deaths. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, 7,163 people have died because of the virus. A total of 4,370 of those deaths have occurred in long term care facilities. A total of 580,340 cases have been confirmed…… read more »
Iowa Reports 130 New COVID-19 Cases and 7 Deaths on Monday
The latest numbers from the Iowa Department of Public Health show 7 more Iowans have died from COVID-19 and there are 130 new cases of the virus in the state. The number of new positive COVID-19 tests reported for the time period brings the total number of individuals who have tested positive up to…… read more »
MDH Reports 1,514 Coronavirus Cases and 22 More Deaths on Wednesday
Minnesota health officials reported on Wednesday 1,514 new cases of the coronavirus and 22 more deaths. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, 7,113 people have died because of the virus. A total of 4,358 of those deaths have occurred in long term care facilities. A total of 572,025 cases have been confirmed…… read more »