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MDH establishes information line for Minnesotans with Ebola questions
Posted on
October
23, 2014
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10:27 AM
As part of an ongoing effort to provide Minnesotans with information about Ebola and related precautions against the disease, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) this week established an Ebola Information Line. The number for the Ebola Information Line is 651-201-3920 or 1-800-657-3903.
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Minnesota Bridges Go Gold for After-School Programs
Posted on
October
22, 2014
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11:52 AM
Categories:
Education
A student’s learning does not end at the school bell. Even though a child spends most of their time outside of the classroom, educators can keep students engaged by offering high-quality after-school programs to extend the learning day. Governor Mark Dayton has proclaimed October 23 Lights on Afterschool Day, connecting Minnesota to a national celebration of after-school programming. More than 90 after-school programs throughout the state will host events on Thursday, and in recognition of this, the lights on the I-35W Mississippi River Bridge and the Lowry Avenue Bridge in Minneapolis will glow gold tomorrow evening.
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Governor Dayton proclaims week of October 19-25 to be “Minnesota Manufacturers Week”
Posted on
October
20, 2014
at
3:12 PM
Categories:
Technology, Jobs, Economy
Minnesota’s manufacturing industry is a critical part of the state economy – employing one out of every nine workers in our state. In honor of their contributions to our state, Governor Dayton has proclaimed this week to be “Minnesota Manufacturers Week.” The Governor’s proclamation highlights the important role manufacturers’ play in the success of the state as well as ample opportunities for employment.
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