Monthly Archives: September 2020

(September 25, 2020 4:07 PM) Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed Executive Orders 2020-183, which amends the MI Safe Start order to reopen movie theaters and performance venues and 2020-185, which requires face coverings for students in grades K-5.  “Michigan took some of the most aggressive action against COVID-19 in the country, and as a result, the health of our families and our economy are faring better than our neighbors in other states. As a result, we are now able to reopen movie theaters and performance venues with strict safety measures in place. I know these business owners have made incredible sacrifices during this crisis to protect our families and frontline workers, and my administration will continue working to help them get back on their feet,” said Governor Whitmer. “We are not out of the woods yet, and we will continue to monitor the effects of these incremental changes. Right now, the federal government and all 50 states have been under some form of state of emergency. We must stay the course and continue fighting this virus on behalf of our families, frontline workers, and our small businesses.”  Beginning October 9, a number of previously closed businesses are slated to reopen statewide, including indoor theaters, cinemas, performance venues, arcades, bingo halls, bowling centers, indoor climbing facilities, trampoline parks, and more.  Under Executive Order 2020-183,…

(September 25, 2020 3:26 PM) Michigan reported 929 coronavirus (COVID-19) positive test cases today, with the state reported total now at 120,526. The State of Michigan is reporting 8 COVID-19-related deaths today, with the state total at 6,708. State Cumulative Total of Recovered COVID-19 Cases (as of 9/18/2020): 90,216.  This information is updated Monday through Saturday at 3 p.m., with COVID-19 results included as of 10 a.m.  Monday reports include Sunday data.

(September 25, 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 1,046 positive cases (cumulative), and 42 deaths (cumulative)*.     There are 12 new cases since yesterday’s report.    Cumulative recovered, as of September 25, 2020:  763** The Michigan Department of Corrections is reporting as of 3:15 PM September 18, there are 1,675 confirmed positive cases at Jackson facilities and 167 confirmed positive staff cases.  MDOC positive case numbers are cumulative. As of 7 AM September 24, there 4 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.  *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 465 44.5% Female 581 55.5% The Age group is reported as a percentage of the total instead of the actual number.  Age…

(September 24, 2020 4:05 PM) To help ensure the only thing scary about Halloween is the costumes, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has issued guidance on how to safely celebrate the holiday during the COVID-19 pandemic.  “The way we celebrate Halloween in Michigan will be different this year due to COVID-19,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical executive and chief deputy for health. “However, there are still many ways to celebrate safely. The guidance MDHHS issued today provides tips for trick-or-treaters and their parents along with homeowners who wish to hand out treats.”  Tips for all groups include staying home if you are sick; maintaining social distancing of at least six feet; wearing a cloth mask that covers both the mouth and nose; and washing hands often or frequently using hand sanitizer containing at least 60 percent alcohol.  In addition to the MDHHS guidance, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also issued recommendations this week. CDC considers trick-or-treating a high-risk activity and offers alternative activities to consider as well as safety tips if parents and children choose to trick-or-treat.  Tips for trick-or-treaters and parents: Share with your children that this year may be different than…

(September 24, 2020 3:52 PM) Michigan reported 982 coronavirus (COVID-19) positive test cases today, with the state reported total now at 119,597. The State of Michigan is reporting 8* COVID-19-related deaths today, with the state total at at 6,700. *The deaths announced today include 6 deaths identified during a Vital Records review. See cumulative data page for more information. State Cumulative Total of Recovered COVID-19 Cases (as of 9/18/2020): 90,216.  This information is updated Monday through Saturday at 3 p.m., with COVID-19 results included as of 10 a.m.  Monday reports include Sunday data.