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North Dakota Reports 42 New COVID-19 Cases

April 29, 2020

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CASS COUNTY, N.D.–The North Dakota Department of Health has reported 42 new COVID-19 cases since Tuesday. The counties reporting new cases include Burleigh, Cass, Grand Forks, McKenzie, Stark and Stutsman Counties. The total number of positive cases in the state has reached 1,033. Of those cases, 28 people are currently hospitalized, 437 have recovered and 19 people have died. Cass…

Vitalant Seeking Convalescent Plasma Donors

April 29, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D.–Vitalant and the North Dakota Department of Health are asking anyone who previously tested positive for COVID-19 to donate plasma. The plasma from previously infected individuals is being used as an investigational treatment for COVID-19 patients. NDDoH field medical officer Dr. Joan Connell says, “There have already been a few cases in North Dakota where convalescent plasma treatment has…

Cass County Participating in Statewide Tornado Drill Wednesday

April 29, 2020

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CASS COUNTY, N.D.–Cass County is participating in a full-system test of the outdoor siren warning system on Wednesday as part of North Dakota Severe Weather Awareness Week. Cass County residents should begin hearing the siren at approximately 11:15 a.m. Residents are encouraged to conduct a tornado drill when the siren sounds to practice tornado sheltering plans. Cass County Emergency Management…

Traill County 4th Grader Creates Winning “I Voted” Sticker for use in North Dakota Elections

Khloe Brandon's sticker was chosen from 43 entries at the statewide level to win the contest.

April 29, 2020

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TRAILL COUNTY, N.D.–A Traill County fourth grader was chosen as the winner of the “I Voted” sticker contest launched by the North Dakota County Auditors Association. Khloe Brandon’s sticker was chosen from 43 entries at the statewide level to win the contest. Khloe’s sticker design is an eagle in front of an American flag donned with the words “I Voted.”…

Students Stuck On Campus at NDSU & UND Face Social & Monetary Troubles

April 28, 2020

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FARGO & GRAND FORKS, N.D. – As the pandemic ramped up, and businesses and schools closed around the nation, NDSU and UND found themselves in a situation that would require them to keep hundreds of students in on campus housing. “The reasons vary tremendously, whether it was international students who couldn’t get back home, or students who needed internet. We…

ND’s Beauty Industry Gets Ready To Reopen

Hair Success Salon and Spa is planning to open Friday and Polished Nail Spa downtown on Monday.

April 28, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – As excited as many businesses in the area are to reopen their doors, they say they’re first priority is keeping their clients and staff safe. “When clients come in, they have to wear face shields or face masks of some sort,” says Tom Huynh the Owner of Polished Nail Spa Downtown. “Our technicians will be wearing masks,…

Alison Beutler named Fargo Public Schools Support Staff Of The Year

This is the seventh time the award has been given out.

April 28, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – Every year, an award is presented to highlight a staff member who goes above and beyond for the students and their families. This year’s award went to Alison Beutler, who has been working with the school district since 2014. She is the kitchen manager at Longfellow Elementary School. “You have made such a big impact on the…

Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Council 9642 holds no-contact food drive for Great Plains Food Bank

The organization is asking for drop offs of nonperishable items at the Holy Cross Catholic Church in West Fargo.

April 28, 2020

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WEST FARGO, N.D. — The Holy Cross Knights of Columbus Council 9642 is giving back to their community with a no-contact food drive. The four-day drop-off drive is collecting nonperishable items of food to be donated to the Great Plains Food Bank and to Trinity Elementary School to help with their lunch program. Organizers say this is an especially important…

Guidelines Released To Reopen High-Contact Businesses In North Dakota

A new executive order on Friday will address the enforcement action taken against businesses that do not follow the protocols

April 28, 2020

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota releasing protocols and industry standards for businesses to reopen on Friday. Things will look a lot different the next time you head to your favorite restaurant or bar. Capacity will be limited to 50%. Tables will be spaced out and limited to 10 people. There will be no self-service cups, straws or condiments. Salad bars…

Carson Wentz has a new accolade: proud papa

April 28, 2020

Site Staff,

Late last night my beautiful wife and I were blessed to welcome our sweet little girl into the World! Hadley Jayne Wentz is a true blessing from the Lord and we are so pumped to be her parents 😍 I love these two with everything I have! God is soooo good! 🙌🏻 pic.twitter.com/4BefHeK6IR — Carson Wentz (@cj_wentz) April 28, 2020…