The latest numbers from the Iowa Department of Public Health show 5 more Iowans have died from COVID-19 and 1,930 new cases have been reported. The number of new positive tests brings the total number of positive tests to 291,394. The data shows there have been 4,065 total deaths from the coronavirus in…… read more »
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Gov. Walz Announces Easing of Restrictions on Bars and Restaurants Starting Monday
Gov. Tim Walz announced an easing of restrictions on restaurants and other venues on Wednesday, which have been closed since late November to slow the spread of COVID-19. Starting Monday, bars and restaurants can reopen for in-person dining at 50% capacity and with a 10om curfew, according to sources briefed on the governor’s plans. …… read more »
Former Elmore Mayor Bjorn Olson Sworn in As State Representative
On Tuesday, former Elmore Mayor Bjorn Olson was sworn in as State Representative, serving District 23-A in Minnesota. Olson, who won the election last November, said that the swearing in ceremony was the most humbling experience of his entire life and called it an honor to serve the resident of the District at the…… read more »
MDH Reports 2,346 New Coronavirus Cases and 67 More Deaths
Minnesota Health Officials reported Wednesday 2,346 new cases of the coronavirus and 67 more deaths. According to the Minnesota Department of Health 5,528 people have died because of the virus. A total of 3,553 of those deaths have occurred in long term care facilities. A total of 427,587 cases have been confirmed in…… read more »
Iowa Adds 2,785 New COVID-19 Cases and 61 Additional Deaths on Wednesday
The Iowa Department of Public Health is reporting the COVID-19 related deaths of another 61 Iowans and the positive tests of another 2,785 individuals. A total of 4,060 Iowans have now died from COVID-19. Of those who’ve died, 1,139 were residents of long term care facilities. A total number of Iowans who’ve tested…… read more »
Blue Earth Council Held Their First Meeting of 2021 on Monday Night
Monday night was the first meeting of the year for the Blue Earth City Council. Mayor Rick Scholtes and Council Members Glenn Gaylord, John Husiman and Dan Warner were sworn in for another 4 year term. All 4 were elected last November. The Council also set the committee assignments for the year and…… read more »
Gov. Walz to Announce Loosening of Restrictions on Bars and Restaurants in MN on Wednesday
Governor Tim Walz is planning to announce Wednesday that he will loosen restrictions on bars and restaurants in Minnesota, following signs of declining COIVID-19 hospitalizations and rising vaccinations. It’s still unclear whether they will be allowed to reopen at partial or full capacity. Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said there were “hopeful signs on…… read more »
MDH Reports 1,612 New Coronavirus Cases and 18 Deaths on Tuesday
Minnesota Health Officials reported on Tuesday 1,612 new cases of the coronavirus and 18 more deaths. According to the Minnesota Department of Health, 5,461 people have died because of the virus. A total of 3,513 of those deaths have occurred in long term care facilities. A total of 425,261 cases have been confirmed…… read more »
Iowa Adds 1,813 New COVID Cases and 7 Deaths on Tuesday
The Iowa Department of Public Health is reporting the COVID-19 deaths of 7 more Iowans and the positive tests of another 1,813 Iowans. A total of 3,999 Iowans have now died from COVID-19. Of those who have died 1,139 were residents of long term care facilities. The total number of Iowans who have…… read more »
MN Legislature To Begin Regular Session on Tuesday
The Minnesota Legislature convenes for it’s 2021 regular session on Tuesday and it won’t look anything like normal. The House will meet via Zoom until further notice because of the pandemic. The Senate will try a hybrid approach and the Capitol will remain surrounded by riot fencing, which will make it a challenge…… read more »