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McDonald’s Closing Seating Areas, Switching to Take Out Only

It is not certain how long the restaurants will be closed to dine-in customers.

March 17, 2020

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McDonald’s has announced it is closing all seating areas, play areas, self-serve beverage bars and kiosks effective immediately. The fast food restaurant will continue drive-thru, take out and delivery services. In a Facebook post, the restaurant said, “The health and safety of our community is our top priority. We also recognize our role in helping to feed families across America.”…

Metro Leaders Sign Emergency Coronavirus Declaration

While North Dakota still has only 1 confirmed case, F-M Leaders are preparing for the wide spread impact the virus is having on the nation.

March 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — City and county leaders signed an emergency declaration on Monday regarding the coronavirus Pandemic. “What the government is realizing, is that we aren’t flattening out. What we are going to do is what needs to be done in our community to keep our community safe,” said Mayor Tim Mahoney of Fargo, “Obviously a case will come when…

Why Is KVRR Chief Meteorologist Rob Kupec Doing The Weather From His Kitchen?

March 16, 2020

TJ Nelson,

Our Chief Meteorologist Rob Kupec was supposed to return to work Monday from a much deserved vacation. But, since Rob and his wife traveled to Ireland, they are in a self-quarantine at home just to be safe. He says both are feeling just fine. Rob will be bringing us the weather from his house starting at 9 Monday night…

Some Weddings Cancelled Over Coronavirus Concerns

The CDC is recommending all events of 50 or more people be cancelled or held virtually

March 16, 2020

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MOORHEAD, Minn. — Planning a wedding in and of itself is plenty stressful. But those who have been planning for their big day for months couldn’t have predicted it’d get cancelled last minute because of coronavirus concerns. Brianna Volk with Moorhead’s Courtyard by Marriott says, “It’s stressful, it’s sad, it’s just devastating, and to contact all of your friends and…

Police Warn of Coronavirus-Related Scams

Officials say scammers are looking to capitalize on people's fears

March 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D. — Fargo Police is warning the elderly about coronavirus-related scams. Officials say scammers are calling elderly people claiming they have a COVID-19 vaccine. The scammers are asking people to reserve a dose with over-the-phone payments. A COVID-19 vaccine does not yet exist. Police are also warning people of coronavirus phishing emails. Although there are no reports of these…

LIVE: Cass County to Consider a COVID-19 Emergency Declaration

The Board meeting is at 3:30 p.m. at the Cass County Courthouse.

March 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The Cass County Commission is expected to consider authorizing a declaration designating COVID-19 an emergency in Cass County on Monday. If the declaration is approved, Cass County Commission Chair Chad Peterson, Fargo Mayor Dr. Tim Mahoney and West Fargo Mayor Bernie Dardis will sign emergency declarations for each jurisdiction immediately following the board meeting. An emergency declaration allows Cass…

Fargo Marathon Postponed Until August

The race was originally scheduled for May 9.

March 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–The Fargo Marathon has been postponed until Saturday, August 29. The race was originally scheduled for May 9, but due to concerns surrounding large crowds, the organizers made the decision to postpone it. The Executive Director of the Fargo Marathon, Mark Knutson, said, “We have to do our part, and after the announcement from the CDC last night of…

Marcus Theatres Creating New Social Distancing Seating Arrangments

March 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Marcus Theatres has announced it will temporarily be implementing new social distancing seating arrangements at theatres amid coronavirus concerns. Auditoriums will be limited to approximately 50 percent of their normal capacity and additional spaces will be added between each pair of seats. A limited number of sections will be made available for families to sit together. Categories: Coronavirus, Coronavirus-MN,…

Xcel Energy Suspends Service Disconnections During Coronavirus Outbreak

The company is continuing to monitor the spread of COVID-19.

March 16, 2020

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MINNEAPOLIS–Xcel Energy has announced it will not disconnect residential customers’ electric or natural gas reserve in light of the coronavirus outbreak. The company says it wants to ensure people have the energy they need to power their homes and keep their families safe. Xcel Energy also says it will work with customers having a difficult time paying their electric or…

Essentia Health Implementing Visitor Restrictions at Hospitals

Any ill visitors will be asked to leave the hospitals.

March 16, 2020

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FARGO, N.D.–Essentia Health is implementing new visitor restrictions at their hospitals as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Beginning at 12 p.m. on Monday, no visitors will be allowed in Essentia Health hospitals with a few exceptions. Inpatients with compassionate-care needs will be allowed visitors. Family members are advised to call the hospital before visiting. Patients in the emergency department…