Michigan - Coronavirus COVID-19

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Michigan movie theaters can reopen Oct. 9; gathering limits eased

Lansing — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer issued major executive orders Friday afternoon that will reopen movie theaters, stadiums and other businesses that have been closed since March as well as ease limits on public gatherings across the state.

The new changes will begin reviving some sectors of Michigan's economy while allowing more people to come together for events such as receptions and funerals during the pandemic.

Theaters, performance venues, arcades, bingo halls, bowling centers, indoor climbing facilities, amusement parks and trampoline parks will be able to reopen Oct. 9, according to Whitmer's office.But businesses will have to keep records on those entering their facilities in case of an outbreak, so they can be contacted later...

 

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Michigan movie theaters, bowling alleys can reopen Oct. 9

Businesses can open with limited capacity

NOVI, Mich. – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer amended the MI Safe Start order to reopen movie theaters and performance venues.

But the capacity will be nowhere near pre-COVID-19 numbers...

 

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Gov. Whitmer extends state of emergency in Michigan until Oct. 27

New COVID-19 cases, deaths remain plateaued in Michigan

Gov. Gretchen Whitmer extends state of emergency in Michigan

Lansing — Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Tuesday extended Michigan's state of emergency through Oct. 27 as officials continue to voice concern about the threat of COVID-19.

The emergency declaration has been in place since March 10, when Michigan reported its first cases of COVID-19 and 231 days before the extended state of emergency is set to end. The previous extension was set to end Thursday...

 

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Michigan school employee in Montcalm County dies of COVID-19

She was a mother, wife, sister, public school educator and beloved friend to many.

She is also the first educator in Michigan to die of COVID-19.

Local health officials confirmed on Thursday that an employee in a Montcalm County school district died of the virus.

Marcus Cheatham, health officer with the Mid-Michigan District Health Department, confirmed the death but declined to identify the victim, citing privacy requirements...

 

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Michigan Supreme Court strikes down Gov. Whitmer’s virus orders

FTA: In a 4-3 decision, the Supreme Court said the 1945 public safety law used by Whitmer granted Michigan governors unchecked authority.

“That act is an unlawful delegation of legislative power to the executive branch in violation of the Michigan Constitution,” Justice Stephen Markman wrote.

“Accordingly, the executive orders issued by the governor in response to the COVID-19 pandemic now lack any basis under Michigan law.”

 

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High court strikes down Whitmer's powers; gov vows to use other means

Lansing — In a landmark ruling with far-reaching implications, the Michigan Supreme Court decided Friday that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer violated her constitutional authority by continuing to issue orders to combat COVID-19 without the approval of state lawmakers.

The state's high court ruled 4-3 that a state law allowing the governor to declare emergencies and keep them in place without legislative input — the 1945 Emergency Powers of the Governor Act — is unconstitutional.

The court was unanimous in ruling that a separate law — the 1976 Emergency Management Act — did not give Whitmer the power, after April 30, to issue or renew any executive orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic after 28 days without Legislative approval...

 

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After high court decision, Michigan AG will not enforce COVID orders

Attorney General Dana Nessel will no longer enforce Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's executive orders after the Michigan Supreme Court ruled Friday that one of the laws underpinning the orders was unconstitutional.

Nessel's decision comes as Whitmer's team has argued that her orders would stay in effect for 21 days after the ruling, a reference to a 21-day period in which parties can ask for reconsideration...

 

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After six months, Michigan movie theaters, bowling alleys reopen

Businesses have precautions in place to protect staff, customer

NOVI, Mich. – Movie theaters and bowling alleys are some of the last industries to be allowed to reopen in Michigan.

Starting Friday, movie theaters, bowling alleys, trampoline parks and other entertainment venues are now allowed to open their doors for the first time since the pandemic began.

“The toughest part about this for me was being deprived of the opportunity to bring joy and happiness to our guests,” said Paul Glantz, the chairman of Emagine Entertainment...

 

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Michigan Medical Executive Joneigh Khaldun: 'Very concerned' of COVID-19 trends

Lansing — As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations trend upward, the state's Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun says she's "very concerned" about what she's seeing across Michigan.

Khaldun made the comments in an interview this week, which is on pace to bring the most new coronavirus confirmations reported in the state since April. Over the first six days of the week, Michigan has 5,618 new confirmed cases...

 

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Michigan Medical Executive Joneigh Khaldun: 'Very concerned' of COVID-19 trends

Lansing — As COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations trend upward, the state's Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun says she's "very concerned" about what she's seeing across Michigan.

Khaldun made the comments in an interview this week, which is on pace to bring the most new coronavirus confirmations reported in the state since April. Over the first six days of the week, Michigan has 5,618 new confirmed cases...

It is unfortunate they stripped her of her powers: I felt strongly that she was well intentioned and helped to keep the citizens of Michigan safe. I thought early on in the pandemic she went a little overboard but she corrected some of that. It is unfortunate that she is seen as a "tyrant" by some to the point of such hatred they would want to kill her.

 

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It is unfortunate they stripped her of her powers: I felt strongly that she was well intentioned and helped to keep the citizens of Michigan safe. I thought early on in the pandemic she went a little overboard but she corrected some of that. It is unfortunate that she is seen as a "tyrant" by some to the point of such hatred they would want to kill her.

If I were much younger, I probably would have objected to many of our Governor's restrictions. Some of her "orders" seemed unreasonable and/or were confusing and conflicting. Some businesses were allowed to reopen rather quickly while others have only recently been given the green light now that GW can no longer enforce all the rules and restrictions. People are tired of being "locked up", and it's time for everyone to resume a much more normal life. There will continue to be folks who won't wear masks or social distance unless required by businesses, stores, etc., and there will be those of us who continue to practice the recommendations of the CDC. There will always be people who think that rules don't apply to them, while others respect authority and make every effort to do the right thing.

 

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Michigan sees biggest spike in daily COVID-19 cases since beginning of pandemic

Health experts fear it could be the beginning of a second wave

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Michigan rose to 134,656 as of Saturday.

Saturday’s update brought 1,522 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, the highest daily count since April 7...

 

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Michigan sees biggest spike in daily COVID-19 cases since beginning of pandemic

Health experts fear it could be the beginning of a second wave

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus in Michigan rose to 134,656 as of Saturday.

Saturday’s update brought 1,522 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, the highest daily count since April 7...

I think this is the beginning of the 2nd wave- you can see a surge over almost all of the country- sadly

 

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I think this is the beginning of the 2nd wave- you can see a surge over almost all of the country- sadly

DH is set to retire in mid-December. He worked from home from mid-March until early July when he returned to work two days a week, working from home two days a week. He's been going to the office three days a week recently to make sure that the young man who will take over DH's accounts has been well-trained. When we learned about the spike in Michigan cases, I told DH that I hoped he would rethink going to the office and resume working from home. He agrees and will keep an eye on cases in Oakland County where we live and he works. Our county appears to remain stable but who knows what might happen in the coming weeks. Best to have a backup plan in place.

 

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DH is set to retire in mid-December. He worked from home from mid-March until early July when he returned to work two days a week, working from home two days a week. He's been going to the office three days a week recently to make sure that the young man who will take over DH's accounts has been well-trained. When we learned about the spike in Michigan cases, I told DH that I hoped he would rethink going to the office and resume working from home. He agrees and will keep an eye on cases in Oakland County where we live and he works. Our county appears to remain stable but who knows what might happen in the coming weeks. Best to have a backup plan in place.

Sounds like a good plan: hope things stay stable in Oakland County, but we know the situation can change quickly. I am thinking about if we want to go to Florida for the winter. We normally leave in mid- November but there is a surge in Florida in the past couple weeks. I am thinking it is more on the Miami (Atlantic side) and we are on the Gulf side-but still--- just not sure yet what we are going to do.

 

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Michigan again at 'high risk’ for virus outbreak amid worry of 2nd wave, data shows

Michigan sees largest COVID-19 case spike since April

A research group has once again labeled Michigan at "high risk” for a coronavirus outbreak as COVID-19 cases begin to rise rapidly across the state.

The group of technologists, epidemiologists, health experts and public policy leaders at Covid Act Now are identifying each state’s risk level for the spread of COVID-19 -- which have recently worsened in most parts of the U.S. ...

 

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Michigan again at 'high risk’ for virus outbreak amid worry of 2nd wave, data shows

Michigan sees largest COVID-19 case spike since April

A research group has once again labeled Michigan at "high risk” for a coronavirus outbreak as COVID-19 cases begin to rise rapidly across the state.

The group of technologists, epidemiologists, health experts and public policy leaders at Covid Act Now are identifying each state’s risk level for the spread of COVID-19 -- which have recently worsened in most parts of the U.S. ...

This is very concerning-----

 

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Michigan chief medical executive warns of possible ‘second wave’ of coronavirus pandemic

More than 120 outbreaks reported since Oct. 8, Dr. Joneigh Khaldun says

LANSING, Mich. – Michigan’s chief medical executive, Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, and other health officials are sending a message to Michiganders, saying it’s possible the state is entering the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic.

“In many places across the state the cases are the highest they’ve been throughout the entire pandemic,” Khaldun said...

 

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This is very concerning-----

It's going to be a long winter - especially since DH and I won't be taking our usual winter cruise. No way are we going to fly to Fort Lauderdale, stay in a hotel for a night or two, then board a cruise ship. A "floating petri dish" is the last place I'd want to be during this pandemic. I won't say "never", but it will be a while before I'd feel safe going on a cruise with several thousand people in close quarters

 

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It's going to be a long winter - especially since DH and I won't be taking our usual winter cruise. No way are we going to fly to Fort Lauderdale, stay in a hotel for a night or two, then board a cruise ship. A "floating petri dish" is the last place I'd want to be during this pandemic. I won't say "never", but it will be a while before I'd feel safe going on a cruise with several thousand people in close quarters

I don't know how anybody could think a cruise ship would be a safe place to be during a pandemic---- it definitely is a "petri dish"---

I know you will miss it but hopefully we will be able to do "normal" things in a year ----