8 Dakota County Schools Remain On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were also eight schools on last week's list.

Avian Flu Confirmed In A Dakota County Bald Eagle

The virus has been confirmed to have affected over 1 million birds in Minnesota, including turkey flocks and a great horned owl.

6 Dakota County Schools On MDH's Weekly COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 34 schools on the list last week.

County To Host Free COVID Vaccine Clinic In West St. Paul

Those who attend the clinic will receive a $50 Visa gift card.

76 Dakota County Schools On MDH's Recent COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 71 schools on the list last week.

ISD 197 Lifts Mask Mandate

ISD 197 announced in a text message to community members that it is lifting its mask mandate, effective Wednesday.

71 Dakota County Schools On MDH's Recent COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 69 schools on the list last week.

3 Mendota Heights Schools Added To MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

The city has four schools on the list.

3 Mendota Heights Schools Removed From MDH's COVID Outbreak List

Only one school from Mendota Heights remains on the list.

$200 Gift Cards For Vaccinated MN Kids: Find A Shot In MH

Minnesota kids ages 5-11 are eligible for $200 gift cards if they receive both doses of the coronavirus vaccine between Jan. 1 and Feb. 28.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Dakota County and across MN.

48 Dakota County Schools On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 45 schools on the list last week.

Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area: See Latest Numbers

Updated federal data shows how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Dakota County.

45 Dakota County Schools On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were nearly 70 schools on the list when Patch last reported on it on Jan. 6.

Latest Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Dakota County and across MN.

Free COVID-19 Tests: How To Get Them In Mendota Heights

Mendota Heights households can order up to four rapid antigen coronavirus tests starting Wednesday.

Red Cross Declares ‘Blood Crisis’; Where You Can Donate

Dire blood shortages are forcing doctors in Minnesota to delay blood transfusions for those who need them.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Dakota County.

Free, At-Home COVID Tests Available To Mendota Heights Residents

Minnesotans can get free coronavirus tests delivered to their doors as officials work to expand the state's in-person testing capacity.

COVID-19 Cases In Dakota County Spike Amid Omicron Surge

Dakota County posts a weekly updates each Friday.

69 Dakota County Schools On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 78 schools on the list last week.

Latest: Check Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Dakota County and across MN.

Pfizer Boosters For Kids 12-15: What Parents Should Know

The Food and Drug Administration authorization moves boosters for Mendota Heights children ages 12-15 a step closer.

How Close Are Mendota Heights Area Hospitals To Capacity? Latest

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Dakota County and across MN.

2 Mendota Heights Schools Added To MDH's COVID Outbreak List

The city now has three schools on the list.

Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area: See Latest Numbers

Here's how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospitals in Dakota County.

COVID-19 Booster Shots: Where To Find Them In Mendota Heights

Boosters available in Mendota Heights help protect against omicron and delta variant infections, and lessen the symptoms if you do get sick.

Hospital Capacity In Mendota Heights Area: Latest

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Dakota County and across MN.

Friendly Hills Middle School Added To MDH's COVID Outbreak List

Somerset Elementary School was removed from the list this week.

Coronavirus Cases Down Recently In Dakota County: CDC

Dakota County has "high" coronavirus transmission, according to the CDC.

73 Dakota County Schools On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 62 schools on the list last week.

Dakota County Coronavirus Transmission 'High': CDC

The rate of new cases has decreased recently in Dakota County.

62 Dakota County Schools On MDH's COVID-19 Outbreak List

There were 40 schools on the list last week.

Boosters For All MN Adults: Where To Get One In Mendota Heights

Coronavirus vaccine booster shots are available at many pharmacies and health care providers in the Mendota Heights area.

Holiday Travel: Where To Find A COVID Test In Mendota Heights

If you’re looking for COVID-19 testing options to stay safe over Thanksgiving, here’s where to go.

ISD 197 To Host Vaccine Clinic Friday

The clinic will only have Pfizer shots available and booster shots will not be available at this event.

Dakota County Ranks Well In New 'Maternal Vulnerability' Index

The U.S. ranks poorly among developed countries for maternal health. Here is how Dakota County compares to the U.S.

Somerset Elementary Added To MDH's COVID Outbreak List

MDH defines an outbreak as five or more cases in students or staff who were in the building while infectious within the last two weeks.

27 Dakota County Schools On MDH's Coronavirus Outbreak List

There were 28 schools on the list last week.

Veterans Can Get Free Dental Care At W. St. Paul Aspen Dental

This is Aspen Dental's sixth annual "Day of Service," which honors veterans by giving them free dental care.

Flu Season Sends People To Their Doctors In Droves

Visits to the doctor for the flu haven't been this high since 2009.