Coronavirus Resources
There are a lot of organizations providing information and assistance during the Coronavirus (COVID-19). Below are some area business information on what they are doing for the community as well as reliable sources for more information about COVID-19.
Community Programs and Assistance
MPS Brown Bag Meal Service
The district will begin offering brown-bag meal services beginning March 17, 2020 from 11AM to 1 PM at the following schools: Longfellow, Magic City Campus, Washington, Sunnyside, Perkett, and Roosevelt. Breakfast and lunch. No charge for these meals
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MPS Brown Bag Delivery Service
Lunch and Breakfast Delivery Areas
Delivery is starting at 11 am and 1 pm Robindale Trailer Park Jefferson Trailer Park Gold Nugget Trailer Park Holiday Village Frontage Road for: Sunrise Park, Colony Park, and Holiday Park 33rd St SE in this area 43rd St SE in this area Subject to Change |
SRT
"Given the coronavirus pandemic and its impact on American society, SRT pledges for the next 60 days to: not terminate service to any residential or small business customers because of their inability to pay their bills due to the disruptions caused by the coronavirus pandemic; waive any late fees that any residential or small business customers incur because of their economic circumstances related to the coronavirus pandemic; and open its Wi-Fi hotspots to any American who needs them."
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MIDCO
"Midco is participating in the FCC’s Keep Americans Connected Pledge to ensure people don’t lose broadband or telephone connectivity. Over the next 60 days, we won’t disconnect service if a customer is unable to pay, and we will waive late fees for customers having economic challenges during the coronavirus pandemic."
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Xcel Energy
"We will not disconnect service to any residential customers until further notice. If you are having difficulty paying your bills, contact us and we will arrange a payment plan that works for you."
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MDU
"At this time, Montana-Dakota Utilities is implementing a moratorium on service disconnections for non-payments related to hardships incurred from COVID-19."
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Expensify.org
Expensify.org will reimburse families up on SNAP benefits, up to $50, to purchase additional essential goods.Individuals will need to share a receipt that includes a summary of SNAP benefits used on the purchase.
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Food Resources (in addition to MPS)
FREE KIDS MEAL available to any Ward County grade school (K-5) child wherever they attend.
- Ham & Cheese - Turkey & Cheese - Roast Beef & Cheese All come with Veggies, a fruit and a cookie! March 16-21 10:30-6pm, Sat 11-3, Sun Closed. |
$1 lunches are available for anyone in need! All sandwich options will be on fresh baguettes and sold with a homemade cookie and fruit.
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Minot Hockey Boosters will be offering free lunch for school aged this week from 11:00am-1:00pm at Maysa Arena. Food will be brought out to you in your vehicles. No food will be picked up inside the Maysa.
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Kids Eat Free Every Day in March
With the kids home and the grocery stores packed - Let Us Help! Use code: KIDS8VIP to redeem online One free kids meal per transaction with adult meal purchase Valid at store listed only between March 19th – March 31st Offer valid for online and carryout orders only. |
"Papa John’s understands that these are uncertain times, and that there has been a lot of worry and anxiety over COVID-19. We would like to help our community alleviate some of the anxiety by providing lunch to our kids while school is out. From now until school is back in session this school year, kids (under 18) can receive a free large slice of cheese pizza from 11am to 2pm every weekday, no questions asked. Papa John’s is proud to serve our local community."
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Burger King is giving two free kids meals for every adult meal that’s ordered. Orders must be placed online or on the Burger King app starting on 3/23. You can redeem those coupons one time per guest every day through April 6 or as long as supplies last.
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Magic Bean Brewing is making breakfast boxes for anyone in need. They are building them to your specific family (boxes cover about a week worth of breakfast and different food items). To order message them on Facebook or call/text 701.441.9016. They will need to know how many people in family and age of kids. The boxes are available for pick up during our normal business hours or can be delivered.
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Dakota Kids Dentistry will be supporting a local restaurant each day for 14 days. Starting Monday, March 23rd, 2020 - Sunday, April 5th, 2020. They are providing FREE meals to the first 200 cars in line at the announced location with food for a family of four. Locations will be announced on thier Facebook and Instagram pages. All locations will be drive-up style where food is brought directly to your car.
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City and State Wide Informational Links
North Dakota Department of Health
Information on the Coronavirus, North Dakota cases and how the public can protect themselves.
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CDC
United States wide Information on the Coronavirus
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North Dakota Department of Public Instruction
State Education Agency charged with overseeing and supporting North Dakota schools. Find out more on state wide school closings here.
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