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State's medical executive says no decision yet on reopening Michigan fitness centers

Michigan's Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun said Tuesday that no decision has been made about reopening fitness centers even as an association representing the still-shuttered businesses postponed a Tuesday protest of the closures in anticipation of a "celebration."

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's office on Tuesday would not confirm or deny reports that Whitmer planned to announce the reopening of gyms, movie theaters and bowling alleys before Labor Day...

This is really starting to be ridiculous! Schools have reopened, MI casinos are open, hair and nail salons, restaurants, etc. Time to open the remaining businesses that have been closed for more than six months. JMO, but Whitmer will not be reelected for a second term as Michigan's governor.
 
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  • #262
Update on reopening Michigan gyms, theaters expected today in Whitmer briefing

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is expected to announce a plan to reopen gyms and movie theaters that have been closed since the start of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Local 4 has learned.

COVID-19 numbers have hit a plateau in Michigan over the past few weeks, and so far, no outbreaks have been traced back to gyms in Northern Michigan, where they’ve been open since July. Gym owners say they believe Whitmer is going to talk this week about allowing them to reopen...
 
  • #263
Whitmer, Huntington announce $5 billion commitment toward Michigan businesses, housing, community

Five-year plan aims to improve financial opportunities across state

LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Huntington have announced a $5 billion commitment toward Michigan businesses, affordable housing and community efforts.

The five-year lending, investment and philanthropic plan aims to help improve financial opportunities for Michigan businesses, consumers and communities. It’s part of a $20 billion community plan Huntington Bancshares announced Sept. 1...
 
  • #264
Certain Michigan businesses allowed to reopen: What to know

Governor relaxes coronavirus restrictions

Gyms and pools in Michigan are allowed to reopen to the public starting Sept. 9.

That’s according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s announcement Thursday when she revealed executive orders reopening gyms and pools and permitting sports...

Whitmer: Indoor, outdoor sports allowed; gyms can reopen

Lansing — Gyms can reopen at limited capacity and organized sports can resume in Michigan under new executive orders that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer released Thursday, but one directive clashed with a recommendation by the state Department of Health and Human Services.

The long-awaited orders, Nos. 175 and 176, allow for organized sports with limitations on mask use and crowd size, despite guidance from Whitmer's health department recommending against contact sports, including football, soccer and wrestling...
 
  • #265
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extends Michigan state of emergency until Oct. 1

Whitmer urges residents to wear masks, practice social distancing

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extended the State of Emergency until Oct. 1 at 11:59 p.m. because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

Whitmer cited the need to continue working to protect people from COVID-19. She urged residents to wear masks in public and practice social distancing...

Whitmer extends Michigan's state of emergency through Oct. 1

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Thursday extended Michigan's state of emergency through Oct. 1, saying COVID-19 is widespread and easily transmitted.

The emergency declaration is what gives the Democratic governor the ability to make unilateral actions to combat the virus, such as closing businesses or penalizing those who don't wear masks. Whitmer first declared an emergency because of COVID-19 on March 10, when the state confirmed its first cases.

Oct. 1 will come 205 days after the initial declaration...

 
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  • #266
BetteDavisEyes said:
Certain Michigan businesses allowed to reopen: What to know

Governor relaxes coronavirus restrictions

Gyms and pools in Michigan are allowed to reopen to the public starting Sept. 9.

That’s according to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s announcement Thursday when she revealed executive orders reopening gyms and pools and permitting sports...

Whitmer: Indoor, outdoor sports allowed; gyms can reopen

Lansing — Gyms can reopen at limited capacity and organized sports can resume in Michigan under new executive orders that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer released Thursday, but one directive clashed with a recommendation by the state Department of Health and Human Services.

The long-awaited orders, Nos. 175 and 176, allow for organized sports with limitations on mask use and crowd size, despite guidance from Whitmer's health department recommending against contact sports, including football, soccer and wrestling...
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Yeahhhhhhh I'm not going back to the gym just yet. Much too soon, IMO.
 
  • #267
amandab said:
Yeahhhhhhh I'm not going back to the gym just yet. Much too soon, IMO.
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I suspended my gym membership almost two years ago when I was diagnosed with hyponatremia (low sodium). DH is still a member but isn't sure if he'll ever return. He only uses the pool and doesn't know how they will manage the 25% capacity in the four swimming lanes. Even before the pandemic, DH sometimes had to wait for a swim lane. He's also not sure how comfortable he will feel about using the locker room and showers.

We have back-to-back dental cleanings next Wednesday, so while I'm with the hygienist, DH is going to visit the health club (a mile from dentist office) and find out what the safety protocols look like. If he is not confident that he will feel safe in the environment and won't have long waits for a swim lane, he will consider going back. If not, he may suspend his membership at that time. I have no plans to return in the foreseeable future.
 
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  • #268
Virtual schooling preferred in Michigan over in-person, poll finds

A majority of Michigan voters said it is safer for children to go to school online instead of in-person amid the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, according to a new Detroit News-WDIV poll.

The statewide survey of Michigan residents likely to vote in November found 50% favored online school for now, while 38% believed students should return to classes in person this fall. Another 7% supported a combination of in-person and virtual learning...
 
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Michigan voters approve of Whitmer's handling of pandemic, poll finds

Despite opposition rallies at the Capitol, legal challenges and recall efforts, a majority of Michigan voters approve of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s job performance and handling of the coronavirus pandemic, according to a Detroit News-WDIV-TV poll.

The first-term Democratic governor's approval rating has risen more than 15 percentage points from January. The first coronavirus cases were confirmed in Michigan in March. The uptick in popularity could help former Vice President Joe Biden as he seeks to win the state where President Donald Trump prevailed by 10,704 votes in 2016, experts said...
 
  • #272
Health Department: All MSU students should self-quarantine after major COVID-19 outbreak

East Lansing — The Ingham County Health Department is recommending all Michigan State University students self-quarantine immediately to contain a coronavirus outbreak from which at least 342 people have tested positive for the disease since Aug. 24.

“This is an urgent situation,” Ingham County Health Officer Linda S. Vail said in a statement. “The exponential growth of COVID-19 cases must stop.

“I am concerned about the health and safety of the MSU community, and importantly, I am seriously concerned that unchecked transmission locally will affect the health and safety of all Ingham County residents. If we do not slow the spread immediately, we will be dealing with the consequences across the county for months to come.”...

Michigan State University students asked to self-quarantine amid surge of coronavirus (COVID-19) cases

At least 342 individuals affiliated with MSU tested positive for COVID-19
 
  • #273
Graduate students: Strike at University of Michigan will continue until demands are met

Graduate student instructors demand better protections against COVID-19, anti-policing measures

ANN ARBOR, Mich. – A number of graduate students who also teach at the University of Michigan went on strike this week to protest the university’s return to in-person learning amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

About 2100 members of the university’s Graduate Employees Organization (GEO) launched a strike Tuesday to demand better protections against COVID-19, in addition to new anti-policing measures...
 
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  • #275
Cold weather puts thousands of Michigan restaurants, hotels at risk for closure, MRLA says

MRLA pushes for expanded indoor capacity

The Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association (MRLA) is sounding the alarm on the coming struggle of cold weather business during the coronavirus pandemic.

The MRLA released new economic impact data outlining the devastation that will be caused to Michigan’s hospitality industry, the state’s second largest employer, as colder months approach if no action is taken and mandated capacity reductions remain.

MRLA says that while expanded outdoor patio seating, great weather and federal stimulus funding helped to sustain the industry throughout the summer, more than half of the hotels in Michigan remain unprofitable and nearly a quarter of the state’s restaurants do not anticipate being in business in six months...
 
  • #276
Grand Valley students told to stay in residences for 14 days

The Ottawa Department of Health has ordered all Grand Valley State University students living on, near or off campus in Allendale to "stay in place" beginning Thursday through Oct. 1 because of a COVID-19 outbreak.

Students may not return to their home address unless for an emergency, the department said in a news release Wednesday.

Since Aug. 23, more than 600 cases of COVID-19 have been recorded among students living on or near the GVSU campus, the release said, and case rates have continued to rise...
 
  • #277
Whitmer: Must 'let a little time go by' before opening more businesses

Lansing — Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says her administration must let "a little time go by" in order to monitor what's happening with COVID-19 in the state before allowing more businesses to reopen, like movie theaters.

The Democratic governor made the comments during a Thursday virtual briefing with the Small Business Association of Michigan. Former Lt. Gov. Brian Calley, a Republican who is president of the association, asked questions of Whitmer during the event...
 
  • #278
https://www.clickondetroit.com/all-about-ann-arbor/2020/09/21/u-m-to-ramp-up-asymptomatic-saliva-based-covid-19-testing-in-october/

University partners with Ann Arbor-based startup for effort

ANN ARBOR – October will mark a new phase in testing on University of Michigan’s campus as the school works to keep outbreaks of COVID-19 at bay.

The university has partnered with local startup LynxDx for saliva-based ‘surveillance testing.' Up to 6,000 tests are set to be conducted per week on asymptomatic individuals as part of the U-M COVID-19 Community Sampling and Tracking Program. The program is free and voluntary for all students and for faculty and staff working in-person. Testing is expected to start at the beginning of the month...
 
  • #279
Michigan health officials make recommendations regarding Halloween celebrations

Costume masks are not a substitute for a cloth mask, MDHHS says

DETROIT – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued guidance Thursday on how to safely celebrate the holiday during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released its guidelines for celebrating Halloween Tuesday.

“The way we celebrate Halloween in Michigan will be different this year due to COVID-19,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun. “However, there are still many ways to celebrate safely. The guidance MDHHS issued today provides tips for trick-or-treaters and their parents along with homeowners who wish to hand out treats.”...
 
  • #280
Michigan's largest universities say online classes the norm for rest of year

Lansing – Online classes at Michigan’s three largest research universities will likely last for the entire academic year, keeping many students out of classrooms until next fall, campus leaders said Thursday.

The presidents of the University of Michigan, Michigan State University and Wayne State University spoke during a Lansing Economic Club event...
 
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