West central Minnesota reports 48 new COVID-19 cases in Wednesday's report, 2 deaths Most of the 11 counties that the West Central Tribune tracks saw an increase in cases, though most increases were in the single digits. The deaths were reported in Stearns County and were 80-84 and 90-94 age ranges. 11:39 am, Mar. 10, 2021 × A coronavirus graphic. Courtesy of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention WILLMAR — Stearns County reported two new COVID-19 related deaths in Wednesday's report from the Minnesota Department of Health. The deaths were in 80-84 and 90-94 age ranges. Most of the 11 counties that the West Central Tribune tracks saw an increase in cases, though most increases were in the single digits.