In the midst of school closures and a sudden need for child care among the families of medical professionals, a group of University of Minnesota students saw an opportunity to put their passion to work. The nonprofit MN CovidSitters offers child care and assistive services for free of charge and has grown to over 300 volunteers since its inception in early March. The organization has since inspired others to do the same internationally and across the United States.
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Afternoon forecast: Sunny, high 68, with cooler weather on the way
Your weather forecast for the Twin Cities metro and surrounding area on Sunday, October 17, 2021.
Weather
Morning forecast: Sunny, high 68
Your weather forecast for the Twin Cities metro and surrounding area on Sunday, October 17, 2021.
Evening forecast: Low of 42 and clear, setting the stage for a warmup
The latest forecast for the Twin Cities and region.
Weather
Afternoon forecast: 60 and sunny
It'll be a lovely fall day, with more sunshine and warmer weather on the way Sunday and Monday.
