Governor Whitmer was also busy when it came to dealing with executive orders, extending three executive orders and signing a new one yesterday. Extensions for various places of public accommodation to remain closed, along with restaurants only serving carry out orders. Weight restrictions for vehicles transporting goods needed to fight …
Read More »Governor Whitmer Updates State On COVID-19 Battle
Governor Whitmer held a press conference yesterday afternoon, to update the state on where we stand in the battle against COVID-19. While the news wasn’t great, it wasn’t all bad. The Governor also took a moment to clear up some rumors that have been circulating. The Governor also said more …
Read More »Gervais Named LL-H Football Coach
High School Former Lake Linden-Hubbell athlete Brett Gervais has been named the school’s new head football coach. Gervais graduated in 2011, and went on to play four years as a defensive back at Michigan Tech. While with the Huskies, he was named to the All-GLIAC team, and received Division II …
Read More »Governor Whitmer Updates Michiganders At 3pm
Governor Whitmer will be holding a press conference today at 3pm. So far, no additional updates to executive orders are expected.
Read More »How Will COVID-19 Affect Michigan Tourism?
How will the COVID-19 shutdown affect Michigan’s tourism bottom line? Travel directors throughout the state are hoping things will return to normal soon, to try and salvage the 2020 Spring and Summer tourism seasons. With the Governor’s “Stay Home Stay Safe” Executive Order extended through the end of April, attractions …
Read More »Michiganders Eligible for Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance
Beginning today, Michigan’s self employed, independent contractors and low wage workers, affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, can apply for Federal Pandemic Unemployment Assistance. If you’re currently receiving the state’s $600 weekly benefit, your federal $600 benefit could be on the way. Governor Whiter said “Ensuring Michganders have access to the …
Read More »Dollar Bay School District Updates Parents On Distance Learning
Dollar Bay School District is continuing to provide meals to students, every Monday and even delivers meals to houses who can’t pick them up. Their distance learning plan starts tomorrow. Elementary students will receive a learning packet, and are encouraged to use the app Seesaw. Families without internet access can …
Read More »Hancock School District Updates Parents
In an email sent to parents of the Hancock School District, Superintendent Steve Patchin outlined the three main items they’re working on to continue learning during the shutdown. They are to continue building relationships with students, delivering content in multiple ways and managing and monitoring student learning. Parents are also …
Read More »Senator McBroom Reminds Residents Of Ways To Check COVID-19 Stats
Senator Ed McBroom, would like to remind Upper Peninsula residents seeking updates on the COVID-19 battle, that you may do so by checking the state’s Department of Health and Human Services website, which is updated daily at 3pm. They can also call the state’s toll free hotline daily, 888-535-6136 from …
Read More »WUPHD Issues Press Release On COVID-19 Fight
The Western Upper Peninsula Health Department issued a press release, with the latest totals in the fight against COVID-19. To date, Michigan has 24,638 confirmed cases, with 1,487 deaths. Houghton County, out of 122 residents referred for testing has 11 cancelled tests, 1 positive, 96 negatives with 14 residents awaiting …
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