St. Cloud Sun

Minnesota’s unemployment rate fell amid the seasonally adjusted reports released for November.

According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), the numbers are down to 4.4% for November, which is down from the 4.6%  that was reported for October. 

The November employment numbers were gathered before Nov. 21. The numbers improved despite the ban on in-person service that was imposed on restaurants and bars. At the time, eateries and bars were temporarily paused from allowing in-person dining. 

Additionally, fitness and entertainment centers were temporarily closed in an effort to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

DEED personnel highlighted in a press release that they predict a hopeful outcome soon.

“We can see the light at the end of the tunnel, but many Minnesota workers and businesses still have several tough months ahead while vaccinations are distributed and the pandemic is brought under control,” said DEED Commissioner Steve Grove in a press release. “Bipartisan support for relief targeted to suffering Minnesota small businesses and unemployed workers means help is on the way. This assistance serves as a bridge to hold people over until the arrival of additional federal funding, which remains essential for economic recovery over the coming months.”