Health
The Need for Blood is Constant. Blood donations are needed NOW!
The American Red Cross and local health centers in Michigan are urging HEALTHY people to please donate blood NOW! According to the Red Cross website at redcrossblood.org/: Right now, American Red Cross faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations during this coronavirus outbreak. Healthy individuals are needed to […]
Outreach announces new format. Offers weekly, pre-packed food.
Outreach has closed the clothing room and the donation room and asks that anyone needing help other than food should call first and talk to Karen during regular hours (Mondays & Fridays from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 1 – 6 p.m.) at 517-851-7285. Outreach will be open its regular hours, […]
Rep. Slotkin to hold tele-town hall on coronavirus for 8th District constituents
U.S. Rep. Elissa Slotkin (MI-08) will hold a large tele-town hall meeting with 8th District constituents to discuss the response to coronavirus, provide information on available resources and to answer questions and hear concerns from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 17. “Americans need clear, consistent, compassionate communication about the actions we are taking […]
UPDATE: Governor Whitmer announces sweeping mandatory closings throughout Michigan Monday due to coronavirus
by Hope Salyer Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer issued executive order No. 2020-9 that will temporarily shut down places of public accommodation to mitigate the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. The closures must take effect no later than 3 p.m. Monday, March 16 to curb the spread of COVID-19. The businesses affected include: Restaurants, food […]
Before a COVID-19 outbreak occurs: Plan and protect yourself and others
From the CDC.gov: There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. The virus is thought to spread mainly from person-to-person. Between people who are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Through respiratory droplets produced when […]
COVID-19 Virus Results in Local College and University Schedule Changes
The COVID-19 virus is resulting in some major schedule changes at local colleges and universities in Southeastern Michigan. Below is a brief recap of what we know about area public colleges/universities. Please visit the specific college or university website for official closing status, schedule changes, and any future decisions with regard to lab and performance […]