WINONA, Minn. – With the possibility of a Covid mask mandate on the County Board agenda, Commissioner Marcia Ward remains opposed. In a KWNO radio interview, Ward said her rural constituents favor choice. About inoculation? Again, Ward said she favors choice. In August, the Board voted 3-2 to consider a county-wide mask mandate. in September Separately, the Winona City Council has gone 4-3 against a mandate.
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Ward. On County Board since 2009. From rural area near Dakota. A retired LaCrosse tire dealer.