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MN Vaccinations top 70%…NW MN lags

By Doug Barrett Aug 13, 2021 | 8:23 AM

The governor of Minnesota is touting some positive trends on the vaccination front for COVID-19.

Governor Tim Walz announced today (Thursday) the state has surpassed 70% of residents 16 and older with at least one dose of vaccine.  The number of first doses administered per week in Minnesota is up 129% from one month ago.

Walz says he believes there are several reasons for the uptick in shots – including the ability to receive a $100 dollar Visa gift card.  “We are seeing the highest rates in counties with the lowest vaccination rates.  Now it makes a little sense since they have the most room to grow.  I think $100 is the sweet spot to be honest.”

Counties in northwest Minnesota trail the statewide average for vaccinations among those 16 plus.  The rates range from 53% in Marshall and 55% in Polk to 60% for Kittson and 63% in Norman.

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