KOTG: Sioux Falls passes mask mandate by 6-2 vote, former S.D. nurse calls for more action and a turkey dinner for The Banquet

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South Dakota Health officials confirmed more than 1,000 new cases of COVID-19 Tuesday.

COVID-19 in South Dakota: 1,006 new total cases; Death toll remains at 644; Active cases at 18,624

To avoid overwhelming our hospitals, shutting down businesses and spreading COVID-19, city leaders in Rapid City are asking the community to take proper health precautions. 

Rapid City council will discuss a city-wide mask mandate

Last night, the Sioux Falls City Council reconsidered last week’s mask mandate. The proposed mask mandate in Sioux Falls passed by a 6-2 count. There is no penalty for failing to comply.

Sioux Falls mask mandate passes

The Harrisburg School Board has approved a mask mandate for anyone who goes into a district building.

Harrisburg School Board approves mask mandate for all entering buildings

A long-time regional traveling nurse with decades of experience in urgent care is speaking out about things she says other health care professionals aren’t allowed to tell you. 

COVID-19 Beyond the Numbers: Nurse practitioner believes South Dakotans are better than this

Guests of the Banquet in Sioux Falls will enjoy a turkey dinner on Thanksgiving. 

The Banquet gets turkey donation

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