Weekly Update: 17 COVID-related deaths in 8-county lakes area this week, new cases remain elevated
Since Nov. 17, 2021, the state reported an additional 29,921 COVID-19 cases, totaling 891,099 for the entire pandemic. Also, 189 new deaths were reported by the state in the last seven days, 21 more than last week, totaling 9,282 for the entire pandemic. Currently, Becker County reported 228 active cases, an increase of 31 active cases since Nov. 17. Otter Tail County has reported 15 COVID-related deaths since Nov. 1. Statewide COVID-19 data is not being released on Saturdays and Sundays.