Increase in local COVID cases continues

COVID-19 cases have been on the rise in Faribault and Martin counties. One reason for the omicron-driven wave may be the low vaccination rates of each county. According to Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) data, 56.4 percent of Faribault County’s residents are fully vaccinated and in Martin County it’s 55.5 percent. In January, both counties […]

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County moving ahead to fill vacancy

Despite a Faribault County commissioner’s concern whether the Extension’s curriculum contains a “woke” emphasis, the hiring of a support position is progressing. Outgoing board chairman John Roper says three applicants applied for the 30-hour a week job and interviews are being conducted. At a Dec. 9 meeting, commissioner Tom Loveall told board members,”If there is […]

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