BISMARCK, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – The state of North Dakota has surpassed 300,000 first doses of COVID-19 vaccines.

Governor Doug Burgum reports that more than 25% of North Dakota residents have received at least the first dose of the vaccine since it first became available.

“As our COVID numbers trend in the right direction and North Dakota continues to be a national leader in vaccination efforts, we are seeing the light at the end of the tunnel, and we have each of you to thank for it,” Governor Burgum stated.

Nearly 15% of all North Dakota residents are now fully vaccinated.

“We could not have weathered this storm without the incredible efforts of our frontline health care workers, first responders, educators, business leaders, local public health units, the dedicated members of Team ND and, most of all, the residents of our great state who showed the power of personal responsibility,” Burgum added. “For your commitment to protecting your fellow North Dakotans, we are eternally grateful.”

Vaccine clinics continue across the state. Find a local provider here.