The City of Minneapolis is working with community partners to open four new hygiene stations.
COVID-19
Posted inCOVID-19, National, News
Disproportionate Black deaths ‘very troubling’
Will the COVID-19 crisis finally bring about a greater understanding of the nation’s gaping health inequities?
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured, News
First wave of stimulus payments have been sent out
U.S. residents have started receiving stimulus payments.
Posted inCOVID-19
St. Paul closes playgrounds, skate parks, and courts
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, St. Paul Parks and Recreation has announced the closure of playgrounds, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, and skate parks. Parks, trails and open spaces will remain open as long as users abide by federal and state social distancing guidelines of remaining at least six feet apart from each other. […]
Posted inBulletin, Business, COVID-19
St. Paul accepting emergency relief applications for families, businesses until April 19
Applications are now open for the St. Paul Bridge Fund, which will provide emergency relief for families and small businesses most impacted by COVID-19.
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19
I-35W Bridge, MN landmarks to partake in #LightItBlue salute to healthcare workers
The Interstate 35W Bridge, Target Field, U.S. Bank Stadium and other landmarks and buildings across the state will glow in light blue Thursday night to honor healthcare workers.
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19, Education
State history text now available free online, thanks to Historical Society
To help Minnesotans currently engaging in distance learning during COVID-19, MNHS has made its award-winning “Northern Lights” Interactive eBook free for all. Featuring 20 chapters exploring the diverse stories of our state, the e-book will be available free of charge through the end of the school year. Published since 1989, the most recent edition of […]
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19
Bank grants go to affordable housing developers
Old National Bank announced that it would present two local nonprofit organizations with $10K grants.
Posted inCOVID-19, Health + Wellness
Domestic violence growing in wake of coronavirus outbreak
When people feel powerless in one area of their lives, they often seek to establish more power over other areas.
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Minnesota issues first $600 CARES Act payments
All individuals who are currently receiving Minnesota unemployment benefits will qualify for the $600 additional compensation.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured, Health + Wellness
Coronavirus: Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Joyner leads COVID-19 plasma treatment research
At Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Dr. Joyner is part of a group of experts who are pursuing a unique but time-tested treatment to help patients with COVID-19 fight off the virus.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured, Local & State, News
Gov. Walz extends state stay-at-home order until May 4
Gov. Walz extends order until May 4 to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured
Current and future COVID-19 impacts to Mpls parks and park programs
What’s open, what’s closed or canceled, and how park users can help.
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19, Featured
Gov. Walz, Lt. Gov. Flanagan establish discrimination helpline
Amid rising reports of discrimination from the Asian American community, Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan today launched a discrimination helpline.
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Coronavirus: 1,154 positive cases, 39 deaths in Minnesota; Gov. Walz gives state address (updated)
The number of positive COVID-19 tests among Minnesota residents has risen to 986, with 30 deaths.
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Governor Tim Walz unveils new COVID-19 dashboard
Governor Tim Walz unveiled a new state COVID-19 dashboard to track the virus in the state.
Posted inCOVID-19, News
Coronavirus: Sen. Tina Smith to introduce a bill to make older youth, adult dependents eligible for stimulus payments
U.S. Senator Tina Smith is set to introduce legislation to make older children and adult dependents eligible for COVID-19 payments.
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19
COVID-19 responsive grants available
The Foundation invites applications for grants between $5,000–$25,000 aimed at addressing immediate needs due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted inCOVID-19, Featured
Coronavirus stimulus checks are coming soon: Here’s what to expect
Coronavirus stimulus payments to workers could start going out in the next three weeks.
Posted inBulletin, COVID-19
Gov. Tim Walz announces emergency grants for child care providers
The grants will provide about $10 million per month over the next few months to support the basic infrastructure needed to keep child care capacity available.