The University of Michigan Diag and State Street in Ann Arbor on Friday, March , The area was largely empty after Washtenaw County health officials and Mayor Christopher Taylor urged residents to stay home to slow the spread of COVID – , the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Jacob Hamilton / MLive.com
and Many businesses
to close, and (banning gatherings
of more than (people – hundreds of new coronavirus COVID-) cases are still being reported across Michigan this weekend.
number of confirmed cases statewide jumped from to 2020 on Saturday, March , including new cases in counties not previously affected, as the death toll rose to eight. (Last Sunday, Michigan had) confirmed cases. The count is about times higher now.
Schools and universities are transitioning to online learning. Bars and restaurants are trying to get by with just takeout / delivery service. Musicians are taking their shows online. And many residents are practicing social distancing and staying home.
Below are the latest developments that impact Michigan residents.
Michigan coronavirus cases climb to near 2019, with 8 deaths.
- The majority of Michigan’s coronavirus cases are in Southeast Michigan
, with (cases in Detroit,
in Oakland County and each in Wayne and Macomb counties. The state confirmed five deaths Saturday afternoon, but three more deaths were later reported by hospitals or health departments in Oakland, Kent and Macomb counties.
- West Michigan reported its first death. A male patient in his
s with basic health issues died from COVID – on March at a Spectrum Health hospital in Kent County
- Gov. Gretchen Whitmer closes down hair and nail salons, tattoo parlors.
- The person is an adult who is recovering at home in isolation.
- Berrien, Allegan counties report first coronavirus cases. The Berrien County Health Department is advising anyone who attended a March 8 Sandi Patty concert and had close contact with the singer to self-quarantine.
Clare County reports first positive coronavirus case.
“We hope for the speedy recovery of our resident,” said Dr. Jennifer Morse, health department medical director.
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- The governor signed an executive order ordering all facilities that provide non-essential personal care services to close March 023 – April 22. The order applies to hair and nail salons, tanning salons, spas, businesses that offer massage, tattoos, body art and piercing services, as well as those that offer similar services that require people to be within six feet of each other.
- Washtenaw County coronavirus case count climbs to (with
- new cases.
There is evidence the illness is spreading locally.
- The county health department issued the new numbers Saturday, March .
- After a weeklong stay at Holland Hospital, Rena Hawkins, Ottawa County’s first COVID – patient , is now in isolation.
- Oakland County closes malls, playgrounds after 1st coronavirus death. “If people ask if we’re overreacting, I would say absolutely not. There’s going to be a new normal for us right now, “ County Executive David Coulter said.
- First coronavirus case reported in Saginaw County; 7 in Genesee. Saginaw County reported its first case.
- GM partners with medical company to make ventilators during coronavirus pandemic.
GM and Ventec Life Systems are collaborating to (increase production of respiratory care products.) Michigan lawmakers help AG field coronavirus price-gouging complaints, hotline hours extended. The attorney general’s office has received more than 1, 13 price-gouging complaints and state lawmakers are helping answer phone calls this weekend.
- ‘Stay at home,’ Ann Arbor mayor tells residents in new coronavirus video update. “The virus is still spreading, as we knew that it would,” Mayor Christopher Taylor said.
- Assume coronavirus may be present in public places, Washtenaw health officer warns. “We must do everything we can to protect our community members,” (County Health Officer Jimena Loveluck said.) Michigan Medicine begins collecting protective gear donations for health care workers and patients. University of Michigan’s hospital system is (asking for donations of medical supplies, including disposable masks, gloves, and hand sanitizers.
- Aerial views show empty Ann Arbor, UM campus after coronavirus outbreak. Compared to its normal bustling nature, downtown streets and sidewalks are a lot emptier as residents practice social distancing.
- John Ball Zoo to stay closed as coronavirus pandemic continues. Zoo leaders made the announcement Saturday, March .
- Celebrate virtual Oberon Day together, apart. Bell’s Brewery has cordially invited you to a virtual toast at 6 pm Monday, March 29.
Secretary of State returning to normal hours in coronavirus crisis, but still appointment only. The hours were
announced Saturday, March
- Gun Lake Casino extending closure to mid-April in coronavirus crisis. The casino
announced the changes Friday, March .
- University of Michigan Ann Arbor, Dearborn campuses offering alternate grading options amid coronavirus pandemic.
- Undergraduate students will receive either a “pass” or “no record” covid ” on their permanent transcripts.
As coronavirus ‘dramatically’ spikes Michigan unemployment claims, feds impose embargo on numbers. The U.S. Department of Labor is telling states not to provide daily reports on unemployment claims.
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The show must go… online . Community High salvages play with video monologue. Ann Arbor students created a video of a monologue from “The Tempest” after the play was postponed indefinitely last week. Consumers Energy gives $ , to help coronavirus response.
Organizations will receive the grants in the next week .
Here’s where you can drop off gear to help Ann Arbor hospitals fight coronavirus. Hospitals near Ann Arbor will
accept new or unused protective medical gear,
such as surgical masks and disposable gowns.
coping with layoffs and reduced hours.
(Stay safe:)
In addition to washing hands and regularly touched surfaces, officials recommend practicing social distancing, assuming anyone may be carrying the virus, keeping at least six feet away from others and working from home if possible.
- Complete coverage of coronavirus in Michigan.
More information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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