Michigan Reports 586 Coronavirus Cases Today, State Total Now 70,306
(July 14, 2020 3:19 PM) Michigan reported 586 coronavirus (COVID-19) positive test cases today, with the state reported total now at 70,306. The State of Michigan is reporting 6 COVID-19-related deaths today, with the state total now at 6,081. State Cumulative Total of Recovered COVID-19 Cases (as of 7/10/2020): 53,867. This information is updated daily at 3 p.m., with COVID-19 results included as of 10 a.m.
Governor Whitmer Extends Declaration of Emergency Amid Rising COVID-19 Cases
(July 14, 2020 3:07 PM) After every region in Michigan saw an uptick in new COVID-19 cases over the past three weeks, Governor Gretchen Whitmer today took swift action by signing a new executive order to save lives. Executive Order 2020-151 extends the governor’s emergency and disaster declaration until August 11, 2020 at 11:59pm. “COVID-19 has now killed more than 6,000 people in Michigan. That’s more than 6,000 of our parents, grandparents, friends, and neighbors. And the rising numbers we’ve seen over the past few weeks prove that this virus is still a very real threat in our state,” said Governor Whitmer. “Today, I signed new emergency and disaster declarations using independent sources of statutory authority to continue saving lives and ensure that the brave men and women on the front lines of this crisis have the tools they need.” “Throughout this crisis, the vast majority of Michiganders have done their part, but we must remain vigilant and continue to do everything we can to protect our loved ones,” said Whitmer. “That means wearing a mask over your mouth and nose and practicing safe physical distancing when going out in public. If we all do our part now, there is a greater chance that schools can resume in-person learning in the fall. Be smart, be safe, and mask up.” …
Jackson County Cumulative Report: 534 COVID-19 Positive Cases and 31 Deaths
(July 14, 2020 12:00 PM) The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County. As of 12 PM today, there are 534 positive cases (cumulative), and 31 deaths (cumulative)*. There are 3 new cases since yesterday’s report. The Michigan Department of Corrections is reporting as of 3 PM Sunday, July 13, there are 1,608 confirmed positive cases at Jackson facilities and 157 confirmed positive staff cases. As of 7 AM July 8, there are 2 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated inpatient for COVID-19. Cumulative recovered** patients (cumulative): 432 (updated weekly, as of July 10). *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections. Their numbers are listed under a separate category "Others" for the Michigan Statistics. **Recovered is defined as the number of persons with a confirmed COVID-19 diagnosis who are alive 30 days post-onset (or referral date if onset is not available). Gender Number of Cases Percent Male 250 46.8% Female 284 53.2% The Age group is reported as a percentage of the total instead of the actual number. Age - Years Percent 0 -19 5.6% 20 - 29 16.1% 30 - 39 15.2% 40 -…
Events of Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Allskate Fun Center “Rent the Rink” Private Parties. Allskate Fun Center is now booking private events for 10 - 25 people. 90 min. time slots are available. Please call 517-787-8716 to reserve your time today. Please click this link for times and prices. Red Cross Blood Drives. The American Red Cross is now testing all blood, platelet and plasma donations for COVID-19 antibodies. The antibody test used by the Red Cross is authorized by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and may indicate if the donor’s immune system has produced antibodies to the coronavirus, regardless of whether they developed symptoms. At the same time, there continues to be an urgent need for blood donations after hospital demand for blood products increased in recent weeks. Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives: Thursday, July 16, 2020: Commonwealth Commerce Center, 209 E Washington, Jackson. 11:00 AM - 04:45 PM Monday, July 20, 2020: Cornerstone Christian Church, 2395 West High Drive, Jackson. 12:00 PM - 05:45 PM Friday, July 24, 2020: Jackson American Legion, 3200 Lansing Avenue, Jackson. 12:00 PM - 05:45 PM Monday, July 27, 2020: Encounter Church, 620 Robinson Road, Jackson. 12:00 PM - 05:45 PM Wednesday, July 29, 2020;Lifeways, 1200 N. West Avenue, Jackson. 09:00…
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
JTV News presents The Morning Show. All new today with Andy and Bart’s guests: Jeff Beal, Superintendent, Jackson Public Schools, and Lindsay Wood, School Age Coordinator, Jackson YMCA. Live at 9 AM, replay at 11 AM. All new Tuesday on The Bart Hawley Show, continuing coverage with Bart’s guests: Monica Pierce, Principal, Jackson High School; Heather Kapustka, Program Administrator, Program Assistance Office, United Way of Jackson; Danielle Pequet, Interim Director, Jackson Co. Dept. on Aging; Tari Faris, Spring Arbor Native, Book Author 'You Belong With Me', a Christian Romance; Erica Donahue, Site-based Match Specialist, Big Brothers Big Sisters. Live at 1 PM, replays at 5, 8 and 11 PM; 2 and 5 AM Wednesday.
Michigan Businesses Provided Toolkit to Help Workplaces Stay Safe
(July 13, 2020 4:26 PM) To further protect workers and the community, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s Executive Order 2020-147 reiterates that businesses who are open to the public must refuse entry and service to individuals who fail to comply with wearing a face covering. The Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) stands at the ready to provide the tools necessary for business to protect their workers and remain safely open. Under the governor’s order, businesses must post signs at all entrances instructing customers of their legal obligation to wear a face covering while inside – to assist employers with this requirement, a print-ready poster that businesses may use is available online. LEO and the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) have a set of online resources at Michigan.gov/COVIDWorkplaceSafety that provides guidelines, posters for employees and customers, factsheets, educational videos and a reopening checklist to keep workplaces safe. “By requiring everyone in their establishment to mask up, Michigan businesses can help keep their employees, workplaces and customers safe,” said LEO Director Jeff Donofrio. “Employers who violate the Governor’s Executive Orders, CDC guidance and OSHA Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19 create additional hazards for workers and put the public at risk…