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Meat supplies unlikely to get very lean

Meat supplies unlikely to get very lean

Consumers may see some spot shortages of their favorite cuts after some big meat processors shut down because of COVID-19 outbreaks. But experts say if people don’t panic and hoard, overall supplies shouldn’t run out.
by Martin Moylan

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Coronavirus spread puts Minnesota’s Willow River boot camp on edge

Coronavirus spread puts Minnesota’s Willow River boot camp on edge

Just 8 miles from a coronavirus outbreak at the Moose Lake prison, another cluster of cases has emerged at a boot camp in Willow River, where up to 180 men live in very close quarters. It's an environment that some family members worry is ripe for the spread of the virus.
by Dan Kraker

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April 20 update on COVID-19 in MN: 143 dead; Walz cites good talk with Trump

April 20 update on COVID-19 in MN: 143 dead; Walz cites good talk with Trump

Gov. Tim Walz fielded a wide range of COVID-19 questions Monday, from virus testing to food safety to a weekend talk with President Trump. His comments came hours after JBS, Worthington’s largest employer, said the virus is forcing it to temporarily shut its massive hog processing plant.
by MPR News Staff

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Giving, saving, bills: How Minnesotans are spending their stimulus checks

Giving, saving, bills: How Minnesotans are spending their stimulus checks

MPR News asked Minnesotans what they’re going to do with their federal coronavirus stimulus money, and you responded in droves — we received well over 100 replies to queries on our website and on Twitter.
by Mark Zdechlik

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April 17 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths rise to 111; Walz eases some outdoor curbs

April 17 update on COVID-19 in MN: Deaths rise to 111; Walz eases some outdoor curbs

Gov. Walz mixed optimism with vigilance Friday, urging Minnesotans to enjoy more outdoor activities but warning against a false sense of security about the disease as he confirmed new cases tied to a massive pork processing plant in Worthington.
by MPR News Staff

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Walz signs bill to allow beer and wine takeout sales

Walz signs bill to allow beer and wine takeout sales

Gov. Tim Walz on Friday signed a bill that allows bars and restaurants to temporarily sell wine and beer with takeout food orders. Starting Saturday, customers can purchase one bottle of wine or up to a six-pack of beer, cider or hard seltzer with their food.
by Tim Pugmire

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