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'He never took anything for granted': Ad man remembered for support of arts, 'world-famous' pasta

'He never took anything for granted': Ad man remembered for support of arts, 'world-famous' pasta

Conrad Razidlo was an ad man and an artist, active in politics, the arts — and his family’s epic pasta competitions. He died April 13, of complications from COVID-19. He was 85.
by Angela Davis and Meg Martin

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May 25 update on COVID-19 in MN: Hospitalizations rise to new high

May 25 update on COVID-19 in MN: Hospitalizations rise to new high

Minnesota hospitals are treating 605 patients for COVID-19 and 248 in intensive care units, both new highs, according to data released Monday. State officials said last week that some hospitals had increased ICU capacity. The death toll is at 881 confirmed related to coronavirus infections.
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May 24 update on COVID-19 in MN: Confirmed cases climb past 20,000

May 24 update on COVID-19 in MN: Confirmed cases climb past 20,000

“Even though we are slowly and carefully trying to open up opportunities for Minnesotans to resume activities that are so important ... this does not mean we're on the other side of this," State Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said.
by MPR News Staff

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Crowds line up for free COVID-19 testing at sites across Minnesota

Crowds line up for free COVID-19 testing at sites across Minnesota

"We are glad to see” the strong turnout, state Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm said. “We're learning a lot from today's events that will help us to be even better at getting testing out into the community."
by MPR News Staff

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Walz: Houses of worship can open at 25% occupancy, includes weddings and funerals

Walz: Houses of worship can open at 25% occupancy, includes weddings and funerals

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Saturday that religious gatherings — including funerals and weddings — can reopen at 25 percent occupancy. The new order takes effect Wednesday.
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Poll: Most Minnesotans support stay-home measures, but state is divided

Poll: Most Minnesotans support stay-home measures, but state is divided

A majority of Minnesota voters support the restrictions on everyday life the state imposed to try to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new MPR News/Star Tribune/KARE 11 Minnesota Poll — but a solid minority feels the state has gone too far.
by David H. Montgomery and Riham Feshir

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May 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: More than 800 new cases as testing ramps up

May 23 update on COVID-19 in MN: More than 800 new cases as testing ramps up

The tug of war between public health and the desire for normalcy in the COVID-19 era was on full display Friday as Minnesotans mourned the State Fair’s cancellation and debated the relative risk of large religious gatherings. Meanwhile, the disease claimed 33 more lives.
by MPR News Staff

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'If it's sacrifice to keep people safe, I'm OK': Vendors react to State Fair cancellation

'If it's sacrifice to keep people safe, I'm OK': Vendors react to State Fair cancellation

Friday’s announcement that the 2020 Minnesota State Fair was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic was a painful one, bringing a loss of tradition and — for thousands — income. But two of the many fair vendors said it’s the right decision.
by Jon Collins

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