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The state of Iowa reports a surge of 740 new COVID-19 cases and 8 deaths for a total of 170 deaths and almost 7,900 positive cases in all. The governor says the increase correlates with more testing done in high-exposure areas. The governor admits there is a backlog in getting test results, but the state lab should catch up this weekend so she expects even higher numbers of confirmed cases. The number of positive cases in Woodbury County topped 1,000 on Friday with 183 new cases. About 20% are

For two days in a row, the number of deaths in Iowa due to COVID-19 continues to climb. At a news conference on Thursday morning, Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds says 14 people have died. It’s the largest amount since the beginning of the pandemic. A day earlier the state reported a dozen deaths. There are 302 new positive cases for a total of more than 7,100. Reynolds says even through parts of the state will open in limited capacity starting tomorrow she say the virus isn’t going anywhere anytime

This week on The Exchange: Siouxland mayors, including Sioux City Mayor Bob Scott, demand more transparency about the source of the recent surge in coronavirus cases in the tri-state area. Governor Kim Reynolds looks forward to opening up 77 Iowa counties this Friday, after many weeks of lockdown because of COVID-19. Iowa's Home Rule Constitutional Amendment could affect local rules about shutdowns during the pandemic, but, so far, the governor has the last word. In response to President Donald

Iowa reported the deadliest day due to COVID-19 with a dozen deaths for a total of almost 150. “We know COVID-19 poses the most risk to people who are older and those with underlying heath conditions. The vast majority of deaths are with that vulnerable population,” said Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds. Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds says she plans to take extra action to deal with a surge of cases in Woodbury County. There are a total of almost 750. That’s more than 10% of cases in the state. Reynolds

A day after mayors in the Sioux City metro area called for more transparency from local businesses in reporting cases of COVID-19, Tyson Foods in Dakota City says it will not share information surrounding the number of impacted employees. Tyson says is has taken measures to protect team members. At a news conference on Tuesday, the Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds was asked if packing plants should release more information about the number of positive cases. She plans to look more into the privacy

On Monday, Iowa’s governor announced she plans to ease some restrictions on businesses in smaller counties in the state starting on Friday. Woodbury County isn’t included because of a recent spike in COVID-19 cases. As SPM’s Sheila Brummer reports metro-area mayors want action on all sides of the river. Mayors in five local cities put out a statement on Monday for all public health organizations to increase the level of transparency in reporting COVID-19 after a surge of new cases. “We are

Mayors in the Sioux City metro area put out a statement calling for all public health organizations to increase the level of transparency in reporting COVID-19 cases to the community after a surge of new cases. The mayors of Sioux City, Sergeant Bluff, North, South and Dakota Cities signed the statement. They also urge all tri-state-governors to use caution when lifting current restrictions across the region and for the public to be vigilant in following all health and safety guidelines. They

Interviews orginally aired on April 22, 2020 This week the big headline; small business assistance gobbled up by major corporations. A move making an impact in Sioux City. Siouxland Public Media’s Sheila Brummer with a sampling of a few local establishments, some in o.k. shape, other facing an uncertain future. The COVID-19 pandemic greatly altered the financial stability of small businesses all across the country, including here in Siouxland. Some were forced to temporarily close their doors,

As the state of Iowa reports the biggest one-day total of deaths and cases of COVID-19, Governor Kim Reynolds plans to ease a couple of restrictions in the state. Starting on Monday, she will allow elective surgeries to resume and give farmer’s markets the go ahead to open with restrictions. That’s also the day she plans to announce phase one of reopening the state. However, she says that could change depending on the progression of the pandemic. The number of cases in Woodbury County also

Governor Kim Reynolds says she will soon make a decision about her order to keep non-essential businesses closed through the end of the month. An announcement could come during Friday’s daily news conference. A week earlier, she closed schools for the rest of the academic year. Siouxland Public Media’s Sheila Brummer shares details on how the Sioux City Community School district is looking to reach all students with online learning. Hot spot locations can be found here . Students in the Sioux