Monthly Archives: August 2020

(August 30, 2020 12:04 PM) The Jackson County Health Department released the COVID-19 positive numbers for Jackson County.  As of 12 PM today, there are 797 positive cases (cumulative), and 39 deaths (cumulative)*.     There are no new cases since yesterday’s report.  Cumulative recovered, as of August 30, 2020:  638** The Michigan Department of Corrections is reporting as of 6:30 PM August 21, there are 1,470 confirmed positive cases at Jackson facilities and 158 confirmed positive staff cases.  MDOC positive case numbers are cumulative. As of 9 AM August 26, there are 3 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19. The Jackson County Township map and recovery data will be posted each Monday at the same time as the number data.    *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections.  Their numbers are listed under a separate category for MDOC cases here:   Michigan Statistics. This FAQ from the Jackson County Health Department explains how the numbers are posted and what they mean. **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…

(August 29, 2020 3:05 PM) Michigan reported 799 coronavirus (COVID-19) positive test cases today, with the state reported total now at 101,478. The State of Michigan is reporting 21* COVID-19-related death today, with the state total at at 6,467.  *The deaths announced today includes 7 deaths identified during a Vital Records review. See cumulative data page for more information. State Cumulative Total of Recovered COVID-19 Cases (as of 8/28/2020): 76,151.  This information is updated daily at 3 p.m., with COVID-19 results included as of 10 a.m.

(August 29, 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 797 positive cases (cumulative), and 39 deaths (cumulative)*.     There are 10 new cases since yesterday’s report.  Cumulative recovered, as of August 29, 2020:  634** The Michigan Department of Corrections is reporting as of 6:30 PM August 21, there are 1,470 confirmed positive cases at Jackson facilities and 158 confirmed positive staff cases.  MDOC positive case numbers are cumulative. As of 9 AM August 26, there are 3 persons at Henry Ford Allegiance Health being treated as inpatients for COVID-19. The Jackson County Township map and recovery data will be posted each Monday at the same time as the number data.    *These numbers do not reflect any cases or deaths identified through Michigan Department of Corrections.  Their numbers are listed under a separate category for MDOC cases here:   Michigan Statistics. This FAQ from the Jackson County Health Department explains how the numbers are posted and what they mean. **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…

(August 28, 2020 4:10 PM) Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-174 which continues the limited and temporary restrictions on the entry of individuals into health care facilities, residential care facilities, congregate care facilities, and juvenile justice facilities previously imposed by Executive Order 2020-156. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) remains empowered to specify exceptions to these restrictions, and the governor said MDHHS should carefully consider the recommendations of the upcoming Nursing Home Task Force report in doing so.  “We know this virus is a killer that preys on our most vulnerable citizens. That’s why it’s crucial that we remain vigilant and continue our work to protect our most vulnerable residents and those who have dedicated their lives to caring for them,” said Governor Whitmer. “Federal leadership on this issue has been absent, which is why I created a nursing home task force to ensure Michigan has coordinated and steady leadership on this critical issue. I look forward to hearing their recommendations and working closely with them to ensure the continued protection of nursing home residents and staff.”  Executive Order 2020-174 maintains restrictions on visitation to health care facilities, residential care facilities, congregate care facilities, and juvenile justice facilities, while authorizing the Department of Health…

(August 28, 2020 3:59 PM)  Governor Whitmer today signed Executive Order 2020-173, which extends her previous order allowing business to be conducted remotely by permitting expanded use of e-notaries and e-signatures.   “Many Michiganders have done their part in the fight against COVID-19 by wearing a mask and practicing physical distancing. But COVID-19 is still a very real threat to our families, our frontline workers, and our economy. ,” Governor Whitmer said. “This executive order will protect more people during this ongoing public health crisis by reducing unnecessary interactions while providing a pathway for people to conduct business as usual.”       Under Executive Order 2020-173, requirements for in-person notarizations are temporarily suspended and transactions that require a notary to be completed via two-way, real-time audiovisual technology are allowed. The order also permits the use of electronic signatures in all cases, except in rare circumstances when a physical signature is specifically required by statute. The order takes effect immediately and extends the validity of notary commissions through September 30, 2020.   To view Executive Order 2020-173, click the link below:  EO 2020-173 Emerg order Notaries - reissue.pdf

(August 28, 2020 3:53 PM) Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement after the State of Michigan recorded its 100,000th confirmed case of COVID-19:  “Since the first cases of COVID-19 were recorded in March, the vast majority of Michiganders have done their part to protect themselves and their loved ones. And because we took some of the most aggressive actions against this virus in the nation, Michigan is faring far better than other states in terms of new cases and deaths, and our economy is moving closer to where it was in March. The same cannot be said for other states that closed down late and reopened early – states like Florida and Texas. Michigan has shown the rest of the country what it means to take aggressive action against COVID-19, but our work is far from over. The COVID-19 pandemic is still a very real threat to our families, our brave frontline workers, and our economy.  “For nearly six months now, families across Michigan have been losing loved ones – parents, grandparents, siblings, children, and friends. Our frontline workers in hospitals, child care centers, grocery stores, and more have worked grueling hours and put their lives on the line to protect us. We owe it…