VALLEY CITY, N.D. (NewsDakota.com) – City-County Health District is currently vaccinating all priority groups of Barnes County residents in Phases 1A, 1B and 1C including those employed in Barnes County.

Health District Administrator Theresa Will said we want to encourage the public to be vaccinated as soon as possible. She said the vaccine is safe despite rumors that discourage vaccinations. She gave this update about vaccinations and testing underway in Barnes County.

She said the mass-vaccination clinic for Friday, March 12th in the Hi Liner Activity Center is full. But anyone who wishes to sign up for the next clinic on Wednesday, March 17th must register for an appointment by visiting this website. Just click the COVID-19 vaccine highlighted to the right for a vaccine registration. COVID-19-vaccine. Those in need of clinic registration support are encouraged to call their office at 701-845-8518.

South Central Adult Services will provide free bus rides for seniors who need a ride to any COVID-19 vaccination clinic or appointment in Valley City. Director Pat Hansen said just call ahead for a ride at 845-4300.