BISMARCK, N.D. – Governor Doug Burgum extends the state’s mask mandate, capacity requirements for businesses and bar and restaurant closures at 10 each night. They were set to expire Sunday. Burgum says he’s extending those orders because North Dakota still has low hospital capacity and is among the highest Covid-19 positivity rates in the country. The guidelines are set to…
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – The North Dakota Department of Health on Tuesday reported 30 additional deaths from COVID-19. There are currently 4,774 active cases in the state, an increase of 16 since Monday. 337 people are hospitalized. Cass County reported the largest number of new cases with 165. BY THE NUMBERS 4,617 – Total Tests from Yesterday* 1,193,850 – Total…
FARGO, N.D. – The Great Plains Food Bank is receiving a major donation from the Hess Corporation. Hess is gifting $100,000 to help end hunger in North Dakota & western Minnesota. The food bank will be able to buy around three truckloads of shelf-stable food for those in need with the donation. Since the start of COVID-19, the Great Plains…
FARGO, N.D. — Mental Health America of North Dakota and North Dakota Federation of Families for Children’s Mental Health hosted the 35th annual Celebration of Lights ceremony virtually. The tree lighting was streamed on Facebook for people to watch safely without leaving their homes. Former First Lady Jane Sinner did the honors of lighting the tree at West Acres Mall….
BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – Federal health officials are warning that all people over 65, or those with significant health conditions should avoid any indoor public places. The information is contained in a Nov.29 internal briefing sent to Gov. Doug Burgum from the White House Coronavirus Task Force. “We are in a very dangerous place due to the current, extremely high…
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – State health officials say drug overdose deaths in Minnesota increased 31% in the first half of 2020, compared to the same time in 2019. The Minnesota Department of Health said there were 490 overdose deaths from January to June 2020 and 373 deaths during the same period last year. The number of deaths took a…
NORTH DAKOTA — The North Dakota Department of Health says two COVID-19 vaccines could make their way to the state this month. The FDA will discuss approving Emergency Use Authorization for the Pfizer vaccine next Thursday. Discussions about Moderna will take place the following week. “A vaccine will likely be in North Dakota the week of December 14th, and providers…
FARGO, N.D.- Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota’s Medical Officer Dr. Glasner says hospital operations have changed dramatically due to COVID-19. Dr. Greg Glasner says it’s changed the work flow, the amount of work, and how healthcare workers are able to do their work. He says he doesn’t see this ending anytime soon even with the vaccine coming out….
MINNESOTA – Minnesota Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says the state remains in a crucial stage as Covid-19 cases are expected to continue to rise. Commissioner Jan Malcolm is expecting the number of deaths related to Covid-19 to increase in the coming weeks. “We are in still a very critical spot in this pandemic in Minnesota. This is the worst spot…
FARGO, N.D.– A nonprofit organization is hosting a fundraising event to lend a few helping hands to local families battling with health issues. Local nonprofit organization, ‘Lend A Hand Up’ is stepping up to the plate to assist local families in the community. “We’re starting our daily big boost drawings on Monday and that will go through Friday. Anyone who…
