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Minnesota Department of Public Safety Cancels All Road Tests in March

Knowledge testing and driver's license applications are still available.

ST. PAUL–The Minnesota Department of Public Safety has canceled all driver’s tests scheduled from March 18 to March 27 over coronavirus concerns. This includes Class D, commercial driver’s license and motorcycle road tests. Anyone with appointments during this time will receive a cancellation notice by email or text. Knowledge testing and driver’s license applications are still available. The MDPS says…

Hornbachers, Cash Wise close for overnight hours during Coronavirus outbreak

Both businesses say they will spend the overnight hours deep cleaning the stores and restocking shelves

FARGO, N.D. — Hornbachers and Cash Wise are the latest businesses taking measures to keep their customers safe amidst national concerns of COVID-19. Rather than stay open their usual 24 hours, the stores will now operate between 7 a.m. and 10 p.m. This will give the stores a chance to get an intense clean each day and will also give…

Routine appointments & elective surgeries canceled at Essentia Health

FARGO, N.D. – Essentia Health postpones all routine appointments and elective surgeries for two weeks beginning Wednesday March 18 amid the Coronavirus outbreak. The company says in a release decisions about appointments and procedures after April 1 will be made at a later date. “We recognize that postponing routine appointments and elective procedures is disruptive to our patients and staff…

Fargo School Board discusses virtual learning, serving meals at emergency meeting

FARGO, N.D. – The Fargo School Board holds an emergency meeting to discuss Coronavirus planning. The district is drafting a plan on distance learning if schools are closed due to the outbreak. Middle and high schoolers would use the technology the school has already provided them for virtual learning. Elementary schoolers may have work sent home. Teachers would also have virtual…

Diocese of Fargo cancels mass, makes changes to funerals, weddings & baptisms

FARGO, N.D. – The Catholic Diocese of Fargo has canceled public mass, sacraments and parish events during the Coronavirus outbreak. “We have the responsibility to protect the well-being of our brothers and sisters, and I judge these measures to be prudent and necessary,” Bishop John Folda said. Folda made the announcement on the diocese’s website. Funerals, weddings and baptisms will…

WF School District dispels rumors that Coronavirus patient is an employee

WEST FARGO, N.D. – The West Fargo School District says despite rumors, the woman from Cass County who has the Coronavirus is not an employee. Rumors swirled on social media a teacher working in the district contracted the virus. The district says in a statement, “We have been informed by the ND Department of Health that any confirmed cases of…

The Coronavirus Is Having A Negative Impact On The Beauty Industry

Two businesses in Fargo say there has been a decrease of clients and a number of cancellations.

FARGO, N.D.- Hair and nails salons in the area are continuing to see a decrease of customers. “This week we started to see the impact because there were less clients compared to last week. We were decent last week,” says Duyen Lam, manager at Q Nail & Spa. “I noticed it immediately today when I started. Because my phones weren’t…

Coronavirus Causing Blood Donation Shortage Nationwide

FARGO, ND – The coronavirus is taking it’s toll on a lot of industries, including one that saves lives. Blood donation facilities are currently facing a nationwide shortage. It is due to the spread of the coronavirus and new CDC guidelines forcing blood drives to cancel and discouraging people from coming to facilties to donate. Vitalant says people shouldn’t be…

Government Encouraging People To Stay Away from Bars & Restaurants on St. Patrick’s Day

Bars like Dempsey's and Blarney Stone had people lining the bars, seat to seat, not following the advice of the CDC, the mayors, or Governor Doug Burgum.

FARGO, ND – With a new case of Coronavirus popping up in Cass County, some may wonder if it’s the right idea to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at one of the many bars in Fargo and West Fargo hosting parties and celebrations for the holiday. “The CDC, whether it’s the federal government, or state government, we are trying to keep…