Stories tagged: "pandemic"

Coronavirus Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is implementing a plan to ensure Michiganders have access to enough vaccine doses.
Coronavirus Gov. Whitmer Extends Pandemic Order, Says COVID-19 Surge Could Drop

By extending the pandemic order, limiting business capacity and requiring masks, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer says the current COVID-19 soar could decrease.

Associated Press Associated Press April 19, 2021 3:52 pm EDT
Education Gov. Gretchen Whitmer wants classrooms reopened by March 1, but COVID vaccinations could make all the difference for school staff and students.
Education Michigan Will Ease Student Assessments and That’s Exactly What Kids Need, Educators Say

In the hardest-hit region of Michigan, the extra flexibility the Biden Administration is giving schools lets teachers like Cathy Murray focus on what's most important—learning.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel April 6, 2021 7:13 am EDT
Coronavirus Illustrated kids' guide to holidays in the pandemic.
Coronavirus This Year Is Different: A Kids’ Guide to the Holidays

If you're having trouble helping your children understand why the holidays are a little different because of the coronavirus, read this with them.

Sean Galvin December 18, 2020 10:57 am EST
Coronavirus President-elect Joe Biden plans to ask all Americans to wear a mask during his first 100 days in office. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
Coronavirus Biden Says He Will Ask All Americans to Wear Masks for ‘100 Days’

President-elect Joe Biden’s first request of the nation isn’t hard, but it is meaningful.

Meghan McCarthy Meghan McCarthy December 4, 2020 12:47 pm EST
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Mental health Thanksgiving Is Going to Be Weird This Year. Here’s How to Cope.

A behavioral psychologist says the first step to coping with a different Thanksgiving is acknowledging the strangeness of the times.

Page Leggett Page Leggett November 23, 2020 1:02 pm EST

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The then-Chief of Detroit Police James Craig speaks with the press about the protests taking place in Detroit, Michigan, June 3,2020 - The Chief of Detroit Police James Craig later ended the curfew after protesters called for an end to the curfew. Politics Report Shows Craig Campaign May Have Used Taxpayer Money Illegally
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Business Entrepreneur Michael Baker credits his continued success during the pandemic to adaptability.
Business Self-Employment Tips From a Michigan Financial Advisor

Lyon Township-based entrepreneur Michael Baker touts adaptability as a key asset in being your own boss, especially during the pandemic.

Nick Meyer Nick Meyer October 22, 2020 12:12 pm EDT
Coronavirus Michiganders are growing tired of the pandemic, but experts warn that fatigue could lead to dangerous behaviors and further the spread of the coronavirus.
Coronavirus Feeling Pandemic Fatigue? It’s a Factor in Michigan’s Dangerous New Spike

Herd immunity not only would kill thousands of Michiganders and leave millions with lasting health problems, evidence suggests that it might not even work.

Katelyn Kivel Katelyn Kivel October 20, 2020 1:47 pm EDT