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Dec. 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death toll nears 4,000

Dec. 6 update on COVID-19 in MN: Death toll nears 4,000

Minnesota health officials reported another 64 COVID-19 deaths on Sunday, bringing the overall pandemic death toll in the state close to 4,000. The state also recorded another 5,588 COVID cases, pushing the total number past 350,000.
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New map lets Crow Wing County residents track snowplow progress

New map lets Crow Wing County residents track snowplow progress

The web-based mapping tool, called "Where's My Snowplow,” uses GPS technology to track the county's 15 snowplows in real time and show their current locations. During a snow event, the map updates every five minutes.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Dec. 5 update on COVID-19 in MN: Officials report 75 more deaths

Dec. 5 update on COVID-19 in MN: Officials report 75 more deaths

Minnesota health officials reported another 75 COVID-19 deaths on Saturday. That brings the number of deaths reported in the first five days of December to 327, atop more than 1,100 deaths recorded in November
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Gazelka: ‘Essential’ Capitol workers should get faster COVID-19 shots

Gazelka: ‘Essential’ Capitol workers should get faster COVID-19 shots

The Legislature’s ability to meet in person more often in 2021 could hinge on how fast the COVID-19 vaccine is distributed. Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka suggested “essential” Capitol dwellers should have an early place in line.
by Brian Bakst

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Spruce top thieves: How demand for a north woods cash crop is sparking an illicit trade

Spruce top thieves: How demand for a north woods cash crop is sparking an illicit trade

A lot of the raw material that’s used to make holiday decorations — from Christmas wreaths and garlands to potted evergreen arrangements — comes from Minnesota’s north woods, where there's a thriving cottage industry of harvesters and distributors. But as the market has grown, so has the opportunity for spruce thieves looking to make a quick buck. 
by Dan Kraker

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COVID relief plan snagged on $500 payment to families

COVID relief plan snagged on $500 payment to families

As Minnesota lawmakers work on a plan to provide businesses and workers relief amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a plan to provide struggling families with a one-time $500 payment has emerged as a stumbling block.
by Tim Pugmire

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