Whitmer wants to make sure that the state of Michigan is ready when the FDA grants authorization to administer Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine to children aged 5 to 11 years. She has directed state agencies to begin ordering and distributing doses of the vaccine right away. This article is a summary. … [Read more...] about Whitmer Directs State Agencies to Vaccinate more Kids
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The Flint Firebirds Are Back on the Ice, with No Covid Mandates
After a year of no sports due to covid mandates, the 2021 hockey season is back. The Flint Firebirds are back on the ice for their season opener this Saturday. For the first time in the last 19 months, spectators will not have to wear a mask. “The health department or the state hasn’t put any … [Read more...] about The Flint Firebirds Are Back on the Ice, with No Covid Mandates
State of Michigan to Back the Blue with $1 Million Dollars in Grant Support
It was announced on Monday that several law enforcement agencies across the state of Michigan will be rewarded $1 million in grants and funding. A large sum of money was allocated to the Michigan State Police. This grant money was award to their de-escalation program that’s provided through the US … [Read more...] about State of Michigan to Back the Blue with $1 Million Dollars in Grant Support
Michigan Senate Narrowly Passed Election Reform Bills
The Michigan GOP legislators have passed sweeping election reform bills to the Michigan Senate. The bills that were introduced would strengthen regulation of voter files, election equipment, and the allocation of funds for more training for election officials. The bills were widely supported by … [Read more...] about Michigan Senate Narrowly Passed Election Reform Bills
State Health Officials Repeal State Mask Mandates in Defiance of Whitmer’s Statements
As of now, at least three different local health departments have repealed, or plan to repeal Governor Whitmer’s school mask mandates. This news comes in as Whitmer declared that she will not endorse GOP backed provisions to the state budgets in municipalities that defy mask mandates. The … [Read more...] about State Health Officials Repeal State Mask Mandates in Defiance of Whitmer’s Statements
GOP State Representative Demands Change in Leadership at Michigan’s Unemployment Office
Michigan Republican State Rep. David Martin has released a public statement insisting that the head of the Michigan Unemployment office, Director Liza Estlund Olson, resign from her position immediately. Michigan State Rep. David Martin said “Last month – 18 months into the pandemic and 10 months … [Read more...] about GOP State Representative Demands Change in Leadership at Michigan’s Unemployment Office
Governor Whitmer helps 1300 Afghan refugees and allies ease into Michigan
Michigan leaders are working with federal authorities to help ease the transition of 1300 Afghan refugees and allies into the state. “We urge everyone to join us in welcoming these Afghan families to Michigan and ensuring they have the resources they need to succeed,” Whitmer said. “We will continue … [Read more...] about Governor Whitmer helps 1300 Afghan refugees and allies ease into Michigan
The vaccine mandate at Ascension Genesys Hospital was faced by Protest from Staff and Supporters
The recent mandate on all hospital employees needing to get vaccinated for covid-19 has led to protest and uproar not only around the country but also locally at the Ascension Genesys Hospital. The protest began on October 1st as employees and other supporters took to the streets near the hospital … [Read more...] about The vaccine mandate at Ascension Genesys Hospital was faced by Protest from Staff and Supporters
Donna’s Donuts Welcomes New Owner
Donna’s Donuts has been a Flint institution for some 60 years now. They have been serving the best donuts in Flint for generations. They are best known for their quality donuts, particularly their signature nutty donuts. Now they are welcoming a new owner. Alicia Gibbons is giving the reigns of her … [Read more...] about Donna’s Donuts Welcomes New Owner
Health Department redefines articles of mask mandates in Genesee County
After major mask protests outside of Fenton Highschool and other places around Genesee County, the health department is trying to bring some transparency on the mask mandates. The first mandate only applied to students from kindergarten to 6th grade. It was then expanded to include 7th through 12th … [Read more...] about Health Department redefines articles of mask mandates in Genesee County