Data included is taken from the Minnesota Department of Health Daily reports. Because all data is preliminary, the change in number of cumulative positive cases and deaths from one day to the next may not equal the newly reported cases or deaths.
Covid-19 Coverage Newsletter
It’s not a surprise that an entertainment venue like the Paradise Center for the Arts would see a decrease in revenue during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Northfield High School is planning an outdoor graduation ceremony in June with limited attendance.
Vaccination rates have reached a new high in Minnesota, including locally.
Despite the challenges pork producers faced in the last year, with processing plants enduring temporary closures and decreased production due to COVID-19, one thing that Dave Preisler says has remained constant was the production of an affordable and safe source of protein for customers, som…
There’s no doubt that many struggled with food insecurity before the pandemic, and since the pandemic began that need has increased.
Three weeks before the big show, Tri-City United students were memorizing their lines, practicing their pitch and working on their choreography in preparation for 2020’s upcoming fall performance of High School Musical. But suddenly, COVID-19 case rates spiked, students were back to distance…
Three weeks before the big show, Tri-City United students were memorizing their lines, practicing their pitch and working on their choreography in preparation for 2020’s upcoming fall performance of High School Musical. But suddenly, COVID-19 case rates spiked, students were back to distance…
Not all heroes wear capes – some wear scrubs.
Despite the challenges pork producers have faced in the last year, with processing plants facing temporary closures and decreased production due to COVID-19, one thing that Dave Preisler says has remained constant was the production of an affordable and safe source of protein for customers, …
Despite the challenges pork producers have faced in the last year, with processing plants facing temporary closures and decreased production due to COVID-19, one thing that Dave Preisler says has remained constant was the production of an affordable and safe source of protein for customers, …
Despite the challenges pork producers have faced in the last year, with processing plants facing temporary closures and decreased production due to COVID-19, one thing that Dave Preisler says has remained constant was the production of an affordable and safe source of protein for customers, …
If you’ve felt pressure to follow all the different safety protocols during this pandemic, imagine what it’s been like for the people setting those protocols.
Local leaders grabbed their shovels and planted them in the snowy ground in December 2019. They stood outside Maud Borup, Le Center’s own candy manufacturing company, to celebrate a historic expansion to the confectionery company. Construction was expected to build a new 50,000-square-foot w…
In the middle of the night, alone in the guest bedroom, Brad Kubat ran through his list of things to take care of before he dies.
In the middle of the night, alone in the guest bedro…
After a long year, things are looking brighter for C…
After an incredibly difficult year, COVID-19 vaccine…
After an incredibly difficult year, COVID-19 vaccines have finally shed some light at the end of a very dark tunnel. Yet the optimism felt by many local business workers and health officials is still very tempered and cautious.
It was one year ago when our community and our world was forever changed and a pandemic way of living became an unrelenting reality across the globe.
It was one year ago when our community and our world was forever changed and a pandemic way of living became an unrelenting reality across the globe.
A Department of Health and Human Services employee h…
With the weather teasing spring earlier this month, …
According to a recent survey of Faribault Public Sch…
Steele County is moving forward with hiring a new emergency management director and bumping the position up to full time.
After COVID-19 led to the first hiatus since 1947, Rice County Fair Manager John Dvorak is optimistic that the fair can and will make a strong comeback in 2021.
Two weeks ago, Gov. Tim Walz vowed that any Minnesotan who wanted a vaccination could get one by the summer. Now it’s possible the state could be ready to offer a shot to every Minnesota adult by late April.
Though Cathy Rossow didn't start giving blood until …
Though Cathy Rossow didn’t start giving blood until …
Nicollet County Health and Human Services expects to…
After COVID-19 led to the first hiatus since 1947, Rice County Fair Manager John Dvorak is optimistic that the fair can and will make a strong comeback in 2021.
When Kristi Larson first saw the Zamboni building in downtown Owatonna, she knew she had hit the jackpot.
Thirty-seven Waseca County businesses have received $185,000 from the state’s latest COVID-19 relief funds.
After a year of moving from distance learning to hyb…
The Waseca County Public Health Department has begun…
Educators, police officers and health care workers w…
Two weeks after moving to full in-person learning, Tri-City United High School is back to hybrid learning after COVID protocols have forced more than 100 students to quarantine.
Two weeks after moving to full in-person learning, Tri-City United High School is back to hybrid learning after COVID protocols have forced more than 100 students to quarantine.
Expect Faribault Public Schools to transition middle and high school students back into the classroom soon, but so far, school leaders haven’t announced a definite date.
While the COVID-19 pandemic has had a crushing impac…
While the COVID-19 pandemic has had a crushing impac…
While the COVID-19 pandemic has had a crushing impac…
While the COVID-19 pandemic has had a crushing impact on Minnesota’s healthcare system, one silver lining is perhaps the long overdue expansion of telemedicine.
Of the $216 million in economic relief state legislators authorized to help businesses and organizations impacted by the pandemic, Steele County received $715,000. But that money won’t cover anywhere near what local business say they need to get back on their feet.
Some changes are afoot at Mayo Clinic Health System Waseca.
For the second year in a row, the second largest eve…
The Waseca County Board has approved repairs and imp…
When enough doses of the COVID-19 vaccine are availa…
Kool & the Gang probably didn’t have vaccinations in mind when they released “Celebration” in 1980, but a crew of local musicians sure did when they performed a parody to the popular party song.
Kool & the Gang probably didn’t have vaccinations in mind when they released “Celebration” in 1980, but a crew of local musicians sure did when they performed a parody to the popular party song.
Thursday’s COVID-19 data offers reasons to remain encouraged about the path of the pandemic and reasons for hope around the pace of vaccinations.
Waseca Junior Senior High School’s Snow Week coronat…
The St. Peter City Council Feb. 8 took action to mak…
Wednesday’s COVID-19 data continues to offer Minneso…
Minnesota’s COVID-19 numbers have settled into a good news, bad news groove. While Tuesday’s data shows the disease trends continuing to brighten, the state is still struggling for traction on the pace of vaccinations.
In this Jan. 6, 2021, file photo people shelter in the House gallery as rioters try to break into the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol. Arguments begin Tuesday, Feb. 9, in the impeachment trial of Donald Trump on allegations that he incited the violent mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol on J…
The Tri-City United One Act season may have ended earlier than years prior, but Director Elise Lundeen is proud of the students for making it as far as they did.
The Tri-City United One Act season may have ended ea…
Women in crisis situations have turned to Ruth’s Hou…
Minnesota’s latest COVID-19 data continues to show t…
Over the last two decades, things have continued to evolve and change on the south side of town where Community Pathways of Steele County calls home.
Though people are feeling optimistic about a possible end to the COVID-19 pandemic now that the vaccines are becoming more available, event organizers are still erring on the side of caution.
Customers are starting to return to the Boat House Grill and Bar after it was closed for more than month.
In an era when stage performances are far and few be…
In an era when stage performances are far and few be…
The effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in Minn…
State health officials say they’re prepared to distribute 35,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses this week to Minnesotans 65 and older.
Minnesota’s COVID-19 trend lines remain encouraging rolling into February. Hospitalizations, caseloads and daily death counts continue to improve, along with the pace of vaccinations.
There wasn’t the usual mingling, speeches and comedian, but Lonsdale Annual Dinner-goers had the unique opportunity to take the party home with them this year.
Minnesota’s COVID-19 trend lines continue to be most…
St. Peter and Cleveland public schools are beginning…
Art instructor Kate Langlais has gotten the hang of …
January’s COVID-19 data continues to offer Minnesota hope heading into the last workweek of the month.
Tri-City United, Le Sueur-Henderson and Cleveland Public Schools are beginning in-person and hybrid learning this month after a stint of distance learning before winter break, but the COVID-19 response of the community determines if students can stay in school.
The number of Minnesotans who’ve received at least the first dose of the two-shot COVID-19 vaccine is nearing a quarter-million.
Waseca and Janesville have reopened their city facil…
Thursday’s COVID-19 data offered a mix of hopeful ne…
Kamala Harris is sworn in as vice president by Supre…
Joe Biden is sworn in as the 46th president of the United States by Chief Justice John Roberts as Jill Biden holds the Bible during the 59th Presidential Inauguration at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 20, 2021, as their children Ashley and Hunter watch.(AP Photo/Andrew Harni…
The city of St. Peter gave another boost to local small businesses with two new programs in December and January, giving out hundreds of thousands in loans and grants.
Nicollet County Public Health has gotten started on vaccinating the local community for COVID-19, but it’s slow going to start.
January’s COVID-19 data continues to show Minnesota …
Waseca Public Health has been fielding calls from re…
In this March 30, 2020 file photo, My Pillow CEO Mik…
A U.S. magistrate is recommending that the lawsuit over COVID-19 in Waseca’s federal prison be denied.
Minnesota’s newest COVID-19 numbers show the state holding steady on a relatively positive path. Key metrics, including new case growth and hospitalizations, continue to improve.
Starting Thursday, a new vaccine pilot program will begin distributing the COVID-19 vaccines to adults 65 years of age or older, but not at the rate the governor says Minnesota needs.
Starting Thursday, a new vaccine pilot program will …
Starting Thursday, a new vaccine pilot program will …
It has been almost a year since Wagner’s Lunch and P…
Minnesota is launching a new pilot program to expedite COVID-19 vaccinations of people age 65 and older at community vaccination sites across the state. The program also includes plans to distribute a share of limited vaccines for child care and school staff.
After working out a few remaining details at a Tuesday Board of Commissioners meeting, Rice County released application forms for its latest round of business assistance on Friday. The county received about $1.3 million to distribute.
After working out a few remaining details at a Tuesday Board of Commissioners meeting, Rice County released application forms for its latest round of business assistance on Friday. The county received about $1.3 million to distribute.
After working out a few remaining details at a Tuesd…
As Minnesota sees a loosening of COVID-19 restrictio…
As Minnesota sees a loosening of COVID-19 restrictio…
As Minnesota sees a loosening of COVID-19 restrictions in bars, restaurants and gyms, a number of local districts have been transitioning into in-person and hybrid learning.
Tri-City United Schools have begun in-person and hybrid learning this month after a stint of distance learning before winter break, but the COVID-19 response of the community determines if students can stay in school.
Minnesota continues to show relatively positive trend lines on a host of key COVID-19 metrics, including new cases and hospitalizations.
Despite a pandemic limiting gathering opportunities,…
The beginning of the calendar year marks the middle …
Minnesota’s newest COVID-19 data shows the state sta…
Minnesota continues to show relatively positive trend lines on a host of key COVID-19 metrics, including new cases and hospitalizations.
Despite a pandemic limiting gathering opportunities, Trinity Lutheran Church has put together its most expansive Simpson Forum yet, calling in some other community churches for assistance.
The beginning of the calendar year marks the middle of the school year, but that doesn’t mean St. Peter Public Schools and Cleveland Public School aren’t ready for a fresh start.
Minnesota’s newest COVID-19 data shows the state sta…
Waseca Public Schools returned to hybrid learning Ja…
Local governments have plenty to think about beyond …
For Muna Hersi, a former refugee and an Owatonna parent, the possibility that her children may need to take a standardized test during the pandemic weighs heavy.
For Muna Hersi, a former refugee and an Owatonna parent, the possibility that her children may need to take a standardized test during the pandemic weighs heavy.
Tuesday’s COVID-19 data continues to show relatively stable, moderate growth in new cases and deaths. Minnesota officials, though, believe another surge is likely in the coming weeks following the year-end holidays.
Northfield Public Schools nurses, service providers …
Waseca County will continue to be impacted by COVID-…
Minnesota’s COVID-19 path remains hard to chart beca…
Minnesota continues to recover from its recent COVID-19 wave, as health officials watch to see if cases surge following the Christmas and New Year’s holiday weekends.
The Waseca County Public Health Department has begun its COVID-19 vaccinations with 50 local emergency responders on Jan. 6.
Those confronting COVID-19 on the frontlines are now getting their own frontline protection in Le Sueur County.
Vice President Mike Pence announces the election of …
Vice President Mike Pence, bottom left, talks as Hou…
People shelter in the House gallery as protesters tr…
People shelter in the House gallery as protesters try to break into the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., top center, arrive along with other senators for a joint session of the House and Senate convenes to confirm the electoral votes cast in November's election, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021. (A…
English Learners students across Minnesota are expected to complete an annual test measuring their English proficiency, and so far, the state plans to resume the assessments as normal during the pandemic.
Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Majority Leader…
Waseca County businesses that have been impacted by …
Gov. Tim Walz announced Wednesday that he’ll loosen …
2020 was a year Northfielders would like to forget for many reasons.
Steele County officials will begin 2021 focusing on the same issue that consumed them for most of 2020: the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nicollet County Health and Human Services has received its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine and is working with community partners and the state health department to start vaccinating priority populations.
After a heated election that failed to significantly…
1. Waseca Officer Arik Matson injured in the line of duty
After a heated election that failed to significantly…
After a heated election that failed to significantly alter its composition, Minnesota’s Legislature returns to work Tuesday with a budget to write and plenty of other pressing issues to tackle.
After a heated election that failed to significantly alter its composition, Minnesota’s Legislature returned to work Tuesday with a budget to write and plenty of other pressing issues to tackle.
It’s a new year, but hallways at Faribault Public Schools lack the usual clamor of students returning to classes after winter break.
The coming week of the COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesot…
It goes without saying that students are tired of COVID-19.
It goes without saying that students are tired of COVID-19.
Minnesota continues to show relatively positive trend lines on a host of key COVID-19 metrics, including new cases and hospitalizations.
Despite a pandemic limiting gathering opportunities, Trinity Lutheran Church has put together its most expansive Simpson Forum yet, calling in some other community churches for assistance.
The beginning of the calendar year marks the middle of the school year, but that doesn’t mean St. Peter Public Schools and Cleveland Public School aren’t ready for a fresh start.
Minnesota’s newest COVID-19 data shows the state sta…
Waseca Public Schools returned to hybrid learning Ja…
Local governments have plenty to think about beyond …
For Muna Hersi, a former refugee and an Owatonna parent, the possibility that her children may need to take a standardized test during the pandemic weighs heavy.
For Muna Hersi, a former refugee and an Owatonna parent, the possibility that her children may need to take a standardized test during the pandemic weighs heavy.
Tuesday’s COVID-19 data continues to show relatively stable, moderate growth in new cases and deaths. Minnesota officials, though, believe another surge is likely in the coming weeks following the year-end holidays.
Northfield Public Schools nurses, service providers …
Waseca County will continue to be impacted by COVID-…
Minnesota’s COVID-19 path remains hard to chart beca…
Minnesota continues to recover from its recent COVID-19 wave, as health officials watch to see if cases surge following the Christmas and New Year’s holiday weekends.
The Waseca County Public Health Department has begun its COVID-19 vaccinations with 50 local emergency responders on Jan. 6.
Those confronting COVID-19 on the frontlines are now getting their own frontline protection in Le Sueur County.
Vice President Mike Pence announces the election of …
Vice President Mike Pence, bottom left, talks as Hou…
People shelter in the House gallery as protesters tr…
People shelter in the House gallery as protesters try to break into the House Chamber at the U.S. Capitol on Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington. (AP Photo/Andrew Harnik)
Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of Ky., top center, arrive along with other senators for a joint session of the House and Senate convenes to confirm the electoral votes cast in November's election, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021. (A…
English Learners students across Minnesota are expected to complete an annual test measuring their English proficiency, and so far, the state plans to resume the assessments as normal during the pandemic.
Vice President Mike Pence and Senate Majority Leader…
Waseca County businesses that have been impacted by …
Gov. Tim Walz announced Wednesday that he’ll loosen …
2020 was a year Northfielders would like to forget for many reasons.
Steele County officials will begin 2021 focusing on the same issue that consumed them for most of 2020: the COVID-19 pandemic.
Nicollet County Health and Human Services has received its first shipment of COVID-19 vaccine and is working with community partners and the state health department to start vaccinating priority populations.
After a heated election that failed to significantly…
1. Waseca Officer Arik Matson injured in the line of duty
After a heated election that failed to significantly…
After a heated election that failed to significantly alter its composition, Minnesota’s Legislature returns to work Tuesday with a budget to write and plenty of other pressing issues to tackle.
After a heated election that failed to significantly alter its composition, Minnesota’s Legislature returned to work Tuesday with a budget to write and plenty of other pressing issues to tackle.
It’s a new year, but hallways at Faribault Public Schools lack the usual clamor of students returning to classes after winter break.
The coming week of the COVID-19 pandemic in Minnesot…
It goes without saying that students are tired of COVID-19.
It goes without saying that students are tired of COVID-19.