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AAA says pandemic will cause big drop in Thanksgiving travel

November 12, 2020

Jim Monk,

FARGO (KVRR) – The effects of the pandemic are impacting travel decisions for the Thanksgiving holiday. Gene LaDoucer of AAA North Dakota says the auto club expects at least a 10-percent drop in travel, the largest one-year decrease since the Great Recession in 2008. Based on mid-October forecast models, AAA would have expected up to 50 million Americans to travel…

Clay County Sheriff says social gathering restrictions will be ‘difficult’ to enforce

Governor Tim Walz issued an executive order on Tuesday limiting the size of social gatherings to no more than 10 people and no more than three households.

November 11, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. – More restrictive changes are coming to Minnesota as the state tries to limit the uptick in COVID-19 cases. Governor Tim Walz issued an executive order that set a curfew of 10 p.m. for bars and restaurants, limits the number of guests at weddings to 50 people and allows for no more than 10 people from no more…

Pandemic leads to changes in Veterans Day ceremonies

November 11, 2020

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FARGO (KVRR) – This year’s celebrations for Veterans Day in the Fargo-Moorhead area look a bit different amid COVID-19. Several Veteran organizations took part in the downtown Fargo parade that included masks and was limited to 25 percent capacity. The parade started between 4th and 5th streets and ended at the Fargo Civic Center. This year there was no ceremony…

Sanford activates next stage of pandemic surge plan

November 11, 2020

KVRR Staff,

FARGO (KVRR) – Sanford Health in Fargo has activated the next stage of its pandemic surge plan. They are continuing with surgical procedures as planned and reviewing new cases for placement. Hospital officials say they have enough capacity to mee the rising demand but they are adding more beds overall. That includes 35 beds at the Broadway Medical Center for…

Sheriff: Minnesota’s new pandemic restrictions are ‘big government overstep’

November 11, 2020

Jim Monk,

MOORHEAD, Minn. (KVRR) – A northwestern Minnesota sheriff says Gov. Tim Walz’s latest executive order, which limits the size of private gatherings would be difficult to enforce. The order restricts all social gatherings in Minnesota, including private events, to 10 people or less. It also bans gatherings involving members of more than 3 households, regardless of the size of the…

Vikings bar fans from final games as virus deaths hit record

November 11, 2020

Jim Monk,

MINNEAPOLIS – The Minnesota Vikings say they’ve given up on trying to host large crowds and instead will close the four remaining home games to fans. The Vikings said in a statement Wednesday that players, coaches and staff miss the energy and passion that fans bring on game day. But the team says Minnesota’s rising infection and hospitalization rates make…

North Dakota reports 12 more pandemic deaths

November 11, 2020

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Health reports 791 new COVID-19 cases and 12 new deaths since Monday. There are 11,656 active cases in the state. 254 people are hospitalized. Cass County reported the most new cases, with 341. So far, 686 people in North Dakota have died. The latest stats from the Dept. of Health are…

LIVE: Keeping Veterans Safe on Veterans Day

They're one of our most precious resources. Show them you care by keeping them safe while you honor their service.

November 11, 2020

Emily Welker,

The North Dakota Census reports that we’ve got more than 50,000 veterans alive in the state this year, but the number is dwindling. That’s in part because they’re an aging population. And local veterans are concerned about about the potential the pandemic could have to diminish their ranks still further. That’s why veterans groups worked overtime this year to make…

Moorhead businesses face greater impact of Covid-19 restrictions

Governor implements further COVID-19 restrictions

November 10, 2020

Aaron Walling,

MOORHEAD, Minn. – Minnesota Governor Tim Walz is turning back the dials on bars and restaurants in Minnesota. Starting Friday night, a new curfew of 10:00 has been set for serving food and drinks. Businesses can remain open for takeout only after that time. Indoor capacity will also be limited to 50 percent up to 150 people. The new restrictions…

MN governor would like to see mask mandate in ND & SD

November 10, 2020

Site Staff,

After announcing bars & restaurants will close at 10 every night starting Friday, @GovTimWalz is concerned Minnesotans will go to ND & SD. He’d like to see both states get mask mandates. Walz also praises Gov @DougBurgum for what he’s done with testing and contact tracing apps. pic.twitter.com/zyrJPNDib4 — Austin Erickson (@AEricksonKVRR) November 10, 2020 MINNESOTA – After announcing bars…