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The COVID-19 pandemic has affected everyone in our economy, but we know small businesses have been particularly hard hit. That’s why Governor Walz requested an Economic Injury Disaster Loan declaration from the SBA earlier this week. Now, online applications for these loans are open to Minnesota businesses at: https://disasterloan.sba.gov/ela/ A few more details: … [Read more...] about U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) disaster loans now available

To ensure that patients with chronic conditions get the care they need during the COVID-19 outbreak, CentraCare is now offering video visits. This action benefits patients with chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or cancer. Patients with current appointments will be contacted to change their in-person appointments to video visits. “Patients with chronic … [Read more...] about Video Visits Offered for Patients with Chronic Conditions

As of March 19, 2020, Todd County has no known cases of coronavirus (COVID‐19). The community disruption that has been caused by the COVID‐19 pandemic can be extremely stressful. Dealing with the threat of COVID‐19 is upsetting because it has impacted so many aspects of our day to day life, including our worksites, schools, churches and community gatherings. It is normal to … [Read more...] about Todd County Community Wellbeing Resources & Food Shelves

On Thursday March 19, 2020, the Stearns County Board approved an emergency declaration as it relates to county business and COVID-19 pandemic. The declaration closes the Administration Center, West Service Center and Melrose Office to the general public for conducting overall business. In an on-going effort to reduce and mitigate risk to staff at the Stearns County Sheriff … [Read more...] about Stearns County Sheriff’s Office Closing Lobby to Public