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Minn. front-line workers appeal for share of pandemic pay

Minn. front-line workers appeal for share of pandemic pay

As a legislative panel began considering how to divide $250 million in premium pay for those who had to work in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic, some suggested the pot of money isn’t big enough.
by Brian Bakst

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COVID-19 in MN: State urges masks for all inside K-12 schools as cases climb

COVID-19 in MN: State urges masks for all inside K-12 schools as cases climb

Minnesota’s asking — not ordering — all students, staff and visitors to K-12 school buildings to wear masks indoors regardless of their vaccination status. Wednesday’s data makes it clear the disease has at least one more punch to deliver.
by MPR News Staff

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Rochester Public Schools to require masking of younger students in the fall

Rochester Public Schools to require masking of younger students in the fall

Students between 2 and 12 years old will be required to wear masks inside all school facilities during the next academic year. The board’s vote reflected increasing concern over spread of the delta variant in Minnesota.
by Catharine Richert and Matt Sepic

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'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics

'OK not to be OK': Mental health takes top role at Olympics

Simone Biles joins other high-profile names in the Olympic space who have been talking openly about a topic that had been taboo in sports for seemingly forever. The International Olympic Committee has taken a proactive approach to providing resources for its athletes and shifted its tone from sports performance and results to mental health and uplifting the athletes' voices.
by The Associated Press

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Katie Ledecky wins her 1st gold in Tokyo and reflects on the pressure athletes face

Katie Ledecky wins her 1st gold in Tokyo and reflects on the pressure athletes face

The top star of U.S. swimming hadn't had the start to the Games that she wanted. "I don't want anyone to feel sorry for me, or feel like silver or any other medal besides gold is a disappointment."
by Merrit Kennedy

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