Archive for Apr. 17 2020
Walz Signs Bill to Let Restaurants, Bars Temporarily Offer Takeout Alcohol
Governor Walz signed off today on the approval for restaurants and bars to temporarily offer beer, wine, hard seltzer, and cider with takeout orders of food. The Senate File 4489…
Read MoreUpsala Dairy Farmer Discusses Impact of COVID-19
We’ve seen many businesses across the nation impacted by COVID-19, including the farming industry. Though Craig Roerick, an Upsala dairy farmer, hasn’t personally seen his family’s business affected much because…
Read MoreDowntown Brainerd Businesses Offering “Here For Good” Boxes
The Destination Downtown Brainerd Coalition is asking residents to show support for downtown businesses that were forced to close during this difficult time. Residents can show support by purchasing “Here…
Read MoreGolf Courses and Driving Ranges to Reopen in Minnesota
Governor Tim Walz issued new guidelines on Friday regarding outdoor activities, and under the executive order, golf courses and driving ranges will now reopen. Golf courses all over the state…
Read MorePublic Health Recommendations on How to Use a Face Mask Properly
Cloth face coverings and manufactured face masks are not considered personal protection equipment (PPE), but these masks can be used in public settings in addition to social distancing and hand…
Read MoreOver 100 Dead Due to COVID-19 in Minnesota
As of Friday, April 17th, there have been 111 deaths reported due to COVID-19, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. This is an increase of 17 deaths from yesterday,…
Read MoreGovernor Walz to Provide Update on State’s Response to COVID-19
Governor Tim Walz will be holding a 2:00 p.m. briefing today to discuss how the state has responded to the Coronavirus. Our coverage of the briefing will be on Lakeland…
Read MoreGovernor Walz Expands Outdoor Recreation Opportunities
Governor Walz today issued Executive Order 20-38, which will expand outdoor recreational activities. Under Executive Order 20-38, facilities that may reopen or remain open include: Bait shops for live bait…
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