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Fargo Fitness Center Hosting Outdoor Workout Classes For Social Distancing

MPX Fitness is hosting a free outdoor workout session at the Jefferson Park in Fargo on May 7th.

April 29, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — Mariah Prussia of MPX Fitness says she is ready to go back to seeing her clients in person. After the coronavirus caused her business to go online, she’s been keeping busy with workouts over Zoom and videos for people to follow at home. With the weather getting warmer and restrictions beginning to lift in North Dakota, Prussia…

Sanford Health Raises Over $1 Million For The Sanford Employee Crisis Fund

The hospital was able to raise the amount in three weeks.

April 29, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – At the metro press briefing, Sanford showed gratitude for those who have donated and continue to donate money and items like cloth masks, PPE masks, disinfectant wipes, and other supplies. They say they are still in need of these supplies so donations are always welcome. “100 percent of these funds go directly to our front line staff…

Advocacy Groups Call For Increased Worker and Family Protections

April 29, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. – A group of North Dakota advocacy organizations are calling for stronger policies to be put in place to protect workers and families during the COVID-19 crisis. The group is asking for elected officials to enact policy that would provide safety equipment and safer work environments for front line workers and those returning back to work, a moratorium on…

Grand Forks is making sure everyone can as stay as safe as possible when businesses reopen

April 29, 2020

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GRAND FORKS N.D. — Mayor Michael Brown urging people to continue taking precautions like wearing masks, physically distancing and washing your hands. An increased number of Covid-19 cases are linked to Grand Forks with 145 LM Wind Power employees testing positive. The mayor says if new cases begin to rise again businesses may need to be closed again to slow…

Long-Term Care Visitation Still Not Recommended, Rules Out For Movie Theaters

North Dakota Smart Restart

April 29, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D. — Gov. Doug Burgum and other state leaders continue to work to protect the vulnerable population from COVID-19. Of the 218 long term care facilities in North Dakota, 27 have positive cases. Villa Maria in Fargo has the most with 27. The executive director of Human Services has a message for everyone. “Even though the governor is talking…

WATCH LIVE: Gov. Burgum to Discuss ND Smart Restart Operating Guidelines

April 29, 2020

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BISMARCK, N.D.–Gov. Doug Burgum is holding a press briefing to provide an update on the COVID-19 pandemic and the new standard operating procedures for businesses. Burgum will be joined by Department of Human Services Executive Director Chris Jones. The North Dakota Department of Health reported a total of 1,033 positive cases, 28 current hospitalizations, 437 people recovered and 19 deaths…

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.”…