Governor to deliver State of State address
Gov. Tim Walz recently announced he will deliver his second State of the State address on Sunday, April 5, beginning at 7 p.m. The address will be delivered live from the Governor’s Residence and can be watched on YouTube Live.
“COVID-19 presents an unprecedented hardship to our state, but Minnesotans always rise to a challenge,” Walz said. “I look forward to the opportunity to speak directly to Minnesotans during this uncertain time.”
Do you like to sew?
St. Cloud Hospital is in need of surgical caps for staff use. Volunteers are asked to assist with assembling and donating the caps to help meet this urgent need. We hope you consider this unique request as an opportunity to volunteer your talent during this challenging time.
For the pattern and instructions, contact Christine Midthun at 320-251-2700 ext. 50993, Christine.Midthun@centracare.com or Mary Krippner at 320-223-7991 or mkrippner@unitedwayhelp.org.
Flower Basket project moves forward
This is an update regarding the annual downtown hanging flower baskets in St. Joseph. The letter we usually send out had been delayed due to the virus. There was considerable conversation about having the flower baskets this summer. Yes, the project is moving forward. The team is fully aware some of the previous donors may have to reduce their amounts or even not be able to donate. We would like to take this opportunity to have the information shared with all the readers and their family and friends who have not donated in the past. If you have not donated in the past and feel you are wanting to donate (all amounts will be appreciated) you may contact: Carol M. Theisen at 320-363-8496 or email cmtjat17@gmail.com or Joyce Faber at 320-363-7682. Looking forward to the beauty these baskets have provided in previous years.
Place of Hope seeks donations
The Place of Hope is working hard with those experiencing homelessness during the coronavirus pandemic. Donations are being accepted for food and financial assistance. Place of Hope, 511 Ninth Ave. N., St. Cloud, MN 56303.
Newsleaders seeks GoFundMe donations
During these turbulent times, advertising support has dwindled. The Newsleaders wants to continue providing up-to-the-minute local coverage both on our website and in print. Please help support the Newsleaders by viewing/contributing to our GoFundMe page on Facebook. Thank you to our first few contributors! Any amount is greatly appreciated!
