SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO.com) – As Covid-19 continues to surge in Sioux Falls, Mayor Paul TenHaken made an emotional plea about wearing face masks.

TenHaken says it’s ridiculous how political mask-wearing has become. He says its not a Republican or Democrat issue – It’s a public health issue.

So wear the ‘dang’ mask, he says. The city is concerned about the continuing surge of COVID-19.