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Today, Governor Tim Walz announced that teachers, school staff, and childcare providers across the state have received access to their free COVID-19 saliva test, totaling more than 250,000 tests. The saliva tests are part of the Safe Learning Plan for the 2020-21 School Year and consistent with Governor Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan’s commitment […]
The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting 761 new cases of COVID-19 and seven deaths. Two new cases were reported in Polk County. The 761 new positive results cam from 27,487 completed tests for a positive rate of 2.8 percent. Updated September 2, 2020 Updated daily at 11 a.m., with data current as of 4
Throughout Minnesota, 4-H educators and youth are putting their innovation skills to work as they create alternative experiences to replace 2020 county fairs, including the Polk County Fair. During the month of July, Polk County 4-H’ers shared their skills and accomplishments with judges in a modified showcase environment, as necessitated by COVID-19. The annual livestock
The Highland Parent-Teacher Organization has organized a school supply drive. PTO member Lorri Capistran said the need includes regular school supplies but also things like cleaning supplies and disposable cups dictated by COVID-19. “It’s our second year hosting a school supply drive,” said Capistran. “Obviously, going back to school this year looks a little bit
The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting 502 new cases of COVID-19 and six deaths. Just 9,158 tests were completed for a positive rate of 5.5 percent. Four new cases were reported in Polk County bringing the total number of cases to 204. Updated September 1, 2020 Updated daily at 11 a.m., with data current
The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting 679 new cases of COVID-19 and one death. There were 11,346 completed tests for a positive rate of 6.0 percent. Polk County had one new case. Updated August 31, 2020 Updated daily at 11 a.m., with data current as of 4 p.m. the previous day. Data is for
