Coronavirus in West Michigan: On February 11, 2020 the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as “2019 novel coronavirus” or “2019-nCoV”. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused be a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. The name of this disease was selected following the World Health Organization (WHO) best practice for naming of new human infectious diseases.
Michigan’s ‘Pause’ Extended Through December 20
Governor Gretchen Whitmer along with the Michigan Department of Health and Humane Services announced Monday that Michigan's "Pause to Save Lives" has been extended through Sunday, December 20.
Gov. Whitmer, State Health Officials Issue New COVID-19 Orders to Help Slow the Spread
On Sunday, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services spoke to Michiganders, and issued new orders to help stop the spread of COVID-19 within the state of Michigan.
Indoor Gatherings in Michigan Now Limited to 50 People Or Less
Following a spike in cases of COVID-19 across the state of Michigan, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services have tightened restrictions on indoor gatherings, dine-in restaurants, and more.
There Are Now 120 Schools In Michigan With COVID-19 Outbreaks
As of Monday, October 19th, there are now exactly 120 school-related COVID-19 outbreaks in Michigan.
AMC Theatres Could Run Out of Money By the End of 2020
The country’s biggest theater chain says it needs more funds.
Masks Still Required Under New Michigan Department of Health & Human Services Order
The director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued an emergency order that requires masks, limits the size of gatherings, and limits capacity in bars and restaurants.
MI Attorney General Nessel Will No Longer Enforce Gov. Whitmer’s Executive Orders
Following a decision from the Michigan Supreme Court that said that the law that Gov. Gretchen Whitmer used when issuing her executive orders was unconstitutional, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has announced that she will no longer enforce those orders.
President Trump & First Lady Melania Trump Test Positive for COVID-19
President Trump announced that he and his wife, Melania Trump, have tested positive for the coronavirus. Trump shared the news on Twitter early Friday morning.
Officials Not Required to Wear Masks According to MHSAA
With high school sports approaching, the MHSAA will not require officials to wear masks.