Michigan’s coronavirus data will now include recovered cases, how far should Michiganders travel for outdoor recreation and the Tooth Fairy and Easter Bunny are essential workers, Gov. Whitmer declares.
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April 8, 2020
Michigan’s state of emergency is extended to April 30th, mail delivery slows in some areas of Michigan as the coronavirus hits postal workers and an attorney is suing Gov. Whitmer over her FOIA executive order.
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April 7, 2020
Michigan will open a second field hospital for coronavirus patients, the Western U.P. sees an influx of people arriving from elsewhere in the state and two Michigan pizza chains are donating pizzas to essential workers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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April 6, 2020
Gov. Whitmer extends an order banning non-essential trips to health care facilities, Kalamazoo nurses are concerned about reassignment to Detroit and Michigan seniors can get free meal delivery and wellness checks during the coronavirus outbreak
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April 3, 2020
Violating Michigan’s stay-home order could cost you $1,000, Gov. Whitmer cautions the legislature against frequent sessions during the coronavirus pandemic and Michigan officials warn that excessive drinking compromises your immune system.
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April 2, 2020
Gov. Whitmer orders Michigan schools closed through the end of the year, Michigan unemployment claims spike and Menards is warned to cease opportunistic practices amid the coronavirus outbreak.
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April 1, 2020
Road construction will continue in Michigan if deemed safe during the coronavirus outbreak, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer will announce a plan for schools on Thursday and JoAnn Fabrics is not critical infrastructure, the state decides.
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March 31, 2020
Michigan’s attorney general is warning residents of scammers imitating health officials, Pure Michigan is among Gov. Whitmer’s vetoes and all non-essential veterinary visits are temporarily banned in Michigan.
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March 30, 2020
Gov. Whitmer announces new unemployment programs for workers impacted by coronavirus, the Detroit auto show is canceled after the venue is chosen as a field hospital site and a man accused of trying to spread coronavirus at a Michigan grocery store cou...
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March 27, 2020
Unemployment claims have spiked in Michigan during the coronavirus crisis, don’t fall for stimulus scams, the attorney general warns and charter fishing operations are not allowed during the state’s stay-at-home order.
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March 26, 2020
Michigan hospitals are asked to open space for coronavirus patients as facilities reach capacity, the DNR has suspended burn permits in Michigan and Meijer is installing sneeze-guards in checkout lanes
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March 25, 2020
Michigan’s attorney general is asking local police to take over reports of stay-at-home order violations, six cases of coronavirus are confirmed at state-run psychiatric hospitals and Michigan is doing better than most at social distancing.
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March 23, 2020
Michigan’s governor has announced a stay-at-home order for the state’s residents, unemployment claims are up more than 2,000% in Michigan and a few mental health tips for Michiganders during the coronavirus outbreak.
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March 20, 2020
Michiganders impacted by coronavirus shutdowns can defer debt payments to the state, Michigan distilleries now have a green light to manufacture hand sanitizer and officials are warning of another health concern – what you flush down the toilet.
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March 19, 2020
Michigan’s first coronavirus-related deaths are reported, Gov. Whitmer calls in the Michigan National Guard to help during the COVID-19 crisis and unlike some other states, Michigan’s liquor stores aren’t likely to shut down in response to the virus.
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March 18, 2020
President Trump announces the closure of the Canadian-American border to non-essential traffic, Gov. Whitmer loosens healthcare restrictions as part of coronavirus preparations and Michigan lawmakers approve additional funding for coronavirus response ...
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March 17, 2020
President Trump slams Gov. Whitmer’s response to coronavirus, Michigan police are not responding to some calls in order to avoid the spread of coronavirus and the state is temporarily allowing curbside marijuana pickup.
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March 16, 2020
Confirmed cases of coronavirus in Michigan climb to 53, Gov. Whitmer has ordered the closure of all bars, restaurants, gyms and theaters and the state is working to combat coronavirus-related price-gouging.
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March 13, 2020
Some jury trials are canceled amid coronavirus concerns, a Traverse City port owner says “no” to Great Lakes cruise ships and 24 pit bulls are rescued from an alleged dogfighting ring in Flint.
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March 12, 2020
Every public university in Michigan suspends in-person classes due to coronavirus concerns, spectator restrictions are placed on Michigan high school sporting events and prepare to get your temperature taken if you visit a Michigan prison
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March 11, 2020
Joe Biden wins Michigan’s Democratic presidential primary, Michigan has its first confirmed cases of coronavirus and in-person sports betting begins in the state.
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March 10, 2020
It’s Election Day in Michigan and it’s hard to predict exactly what turnout will look like, a Michigan school scraps a controversial mascot and a Hope College student is being tested for coronavirus.
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March 9, 2020
Tomorrow is Election Day in Michigan, the University of Michigan will replace the law firm hired to investigate sexual assault claims and Michigan State wins a third straight Big Ten title.
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March 6, 2020
Michigan’s recidivism rate is the lowest in state history, U.S. House Democrats launch a probe into Nestle water bottling and Art Van warranties will be defunct as the company goes out of business.
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March 5, 2020
U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren is dropping out of the presidential race, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is joining Joe Biden’s campaign as a co-chair and the Michigan House votes to ban local gun buybacks.