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FDA approves Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine

February 27, 2021

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WASHINGTON (AP) – The U.S. now has a third vaccine to prevent COVID-19. The Food and Drug Administration on Saturday cleared a Johnson & Johnson shot that works with just one dose instead of two. Health experts have anxiously awaited a one-and-done option to help speed vaccinations. The FDA said J&J’s vaccine offers strong protection against what matters most: serious…

Gov. Tim Walz announces next steps in Minnesota’s COVID-19 vaccine plan

People with specific high-risk health conditions and targeted essential workers will be eligible in April

February 25, 2021

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MINNESOTA (KVRR) – Minnesota’s vaccine plan moving forward focuses on those who’ve been disproportionately impacted by the pandemic: the elderly, those with underlying health conditions, BIPOC communities, and essential workers. Gov. Tim Walz says he wants 70% of Minnesotans 65 years and older vaccinated by the end of March. Vaccine eligibility will be expanded once that goal is reached. “This…

Moorhead Schools encourages students to get Covid-19 tests every two weeks

February 25, 2021

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MOORHEAD, Minn. – Health officials with Moorhead Area Public Schools approve of the Minnesota Department of Health’s recommendation for students to get tested for Covid-19 every two weeks until the end of the school year. State health officials say 17 percent of the state’s Covid-19 cases have come from those under the age of 20. Moorhead district officials say they…

Vaccine doses surpass 200,000 in North Dakota

February 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – Gov. Doug Burgum says North Dakota has reached a COVID-19 vaccination milestone, surpassing 200,000 administered doses. Burgum says more than 16% of the state’s residents have received at least one dose of vaccine and 9% have received 2 doses. “Grateful to everyone giving and receiving the vaccine to protect themselves, their families and their communities” Burgum…

State asks Minnesota families to get tested every 2 weeks

February 25, 2021

Jim Monk,

MINNEAPOLIS – Minnesota public health officials are asking families to get tested for the coronavirus every two weeks from now until the end of the school year, in an effort to limit impact of the disease. The state Department of Health Campaign is asking families, health professionals, schools and youth organizations to help encourage regular COVID-19 testing. State officials say…

Governor Walz to Discuss Path Forward for Vaccinating Minnesotans

February 24, 2021

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will announce Thursday the next priority groups to get the COVID-19 vaccine. According to health officials, nearly 42% of Minnesota seniors have had at least the first dose. Walz will wait until 70% of senior citizens get the COVID-19 vaccine before expanding eligibility. Earlier this week, Walz said he was considering whether…

Ralph Engelstad Arena employees encouraged to present COVID-19 vaccinations

"We're trying to look to the future and our efforts to collect vaccination information from our employees is just trying to be proactive so that we have it moving forward."

February 19, 2021

Aaron Walling,

GRAND FORKS, N.D. (KVRR) – A large local venue is preparing for the future as it implements further COVID-19 precautions. The Ralph Englestad Arena is encouraging its employees to share their COVID-19 vaccination information. “We’re trying to look to the future and our efforts to collect vaccination information from our employees is just trying to be proactive so that we…

West Fargo Public Schools extends COVID-19 Student Support program

Program helps students cope with stress amid pandemic

February 19, 2021

Aaron Walling,

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – As students transition back and forth from virtual learning to in classroom learning, it may cause some hardships. To help students deal with these stressful scenarios, West Fargo Public Schools is extending its COVID Student Support program through the Spring. The program is available for middle and high school students. They virtually meet with a…

Minnesota gives people tool to connect with vaccine

February 18, 2021

Jim Monk,

ST. PAUL, Minn.- Minnesota has a new online tool to help residents learn when and where they can get vaccinated against the coronavirus. Gov. Tim Walz announced the launch of the “Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector” as part of the state’s strategy for getting people vaccinated as supplies slowly become available. Minnesota is currently vaccinating health care workers, long-term care residents…

UK COVID-19 variant confirmed in North Dakota

February 18, 2021

Jim Monk,

BISMARCK, N.D. – State Department of Health officials say the variant strain of the coronavirus first detected in the United Kingdom has now been confirmed in North Dakota. One person had recently returned from domestic travel before getting sick and the second person was a close contact of the first. Officials say one other case is suspected to be the…