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Statewide Conversation on COVID19 April 2nd - Kris Ehresmann, Director, MDH Infectious Disease

Kris Ehresmann

On this week's Statewide Conversation with Minnesota’s state officials on COVID-19, Heidi Holtan welcomed MDH Director of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention, and Control Division – Kris Ehresmann. 

Every week this is an opportunity to ask questions about Minnesota’s response and plans during the current COVID-19 pandemic.  This week, update on vaccine distribution, and advice for the upcoming Easter weekend.  Since up for the vaccine connector through the state of Minnsota. 

If you didn’t get a chance to send or call in your question this week email covid@ampers.org or call 612-562-9895.

This conversation is a collaboration of Ampers, Diverse Radio for Minnesota’s Communities, and the Minnesota Broadcasters Association.

Sarah Bignall has led KAXE through a period of bold growth and recognition since becoming CEO/General Manager in 2022, including being named Ampers 2025 Station of the Year. Under her leadership, the station’s award-winning newsroom has expanded local coverage across Northern Minnesota and elevated KAXE’s digital reach to record levels. She’s also been sought out by outlets like KARE11, the Star Tribune, MinnPost, and Politico to speak on the far-reaching effects of CPB funding cuts on rural public media.