Orion Township Board of Trustees Meeting of Aug. 8, 2021
Increase of SNAP Dollars to Feed More Families
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2021 Contact: [email protected]
Governor Whitmer on Historic Increase of SNAP Dollars to Feed More Families, Kids Governor celebrates permanent boost of food benefits that will help Michigan families put food on the table
LANSING, Mich.—Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement applauding the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s decision to modernize the Thrifty Food Plan.
“Today, the Biden Administration is taking a significant step towards ending hunger across the United States. Increasing food assist
According to USDA, almost 90% of current recipients report running out of benefits by the end of the month. Starting October 1st, average monthly benefits under the SNAP program for 42 million Americans will increase by 27%, up to $157 per person, a move that will fight hunger and improve health. |
families urged to catch back up on routine vaccines
Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Aug. 16, 2021 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@ Michigan families urged to catch back up on routine LANSING, Mich. – Vaccines are proven to protect people from serious diseases at every age. During Immunization Awareness Month, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) are urging Michigan families to talk to their healthcare provider to ensure family members are up to date on all recommended vaccines. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, some individuals missed routine checkups and vaccinations. With children going back to school and adults going back to the workplace, it is now more important than ever for everyone to get back on track with routine vaccinations. National Immunization Awareness Month highlights the importance of getting all recommended vaccines throughout the lifetime. To help promote the safety of vaccines and ensure Michiganders get these potentially life-saving immunizations, Governor Whitmer has issued a proclamation declaring August 2021 as Immunization Awareness Month. “Keeping Michiganders healthy and safe is my number one priority,” said Governor Whitmer. “I encourage everyone take this time to educate themselves on the importance of immunizations to protect our overall public health and keep our families safe. I particularly urge all Michiganders get the safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine as soon as possible. The vaccine is out best defense against the virus and will keep you, your loved ones, and your community safe.” “Vaccinating on time and following CDC’s recommended schedule is the best protection against serious diseases including COVID-19, influenza, hepatitis A, cancers caused by HPV and measles,” said Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, chief medical executive and chief deputy for health at MDHHS. “We have the power to protect not only ourselves, but our entire community when we vaccinate on time.” Like many other states nationwide, Michigan saw a decline in vaccination coverage due to the COVID-19 pandemic. According to data from the Michigan Care Improvement Registry (MCIR), as of June 2021 only 54.7 percent of Michigan children 19 through 35 months of age were fully immunized with recommended vaccines. MDHHS encourages Michiganders to visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Interactive Vaccine Guide, which provides information on the vaccines recommended during pregnancy and throughout a child’s life. Adults 19 and older can take the CDC’s Adult Vaccine Assessment Tool to find out which vaccines they may need. It is important that all Michiganders are up to date on recommended vaccines. August is also a critical time for those who are eligible to get vaccinated against COVID-19. COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective at preventing COVID-19 disease, especially severe illness and death. For more information on COVID-19 vaccines and to find a vaccine near you, visit Michigan.gov/COVIDvaccine. During National Immunization Awareness Month, MDHHS joins the Franny Strong Foundation, with which it partners with on the IVaccinate campaign, and other organizations across the nation to spread the message that vaccines are one of the safest ways to protect health and lower risks for certain diseases and cancers. MDHHS will be sharing information and resources on social media to highlight the importance of vaccines. Help us spread the word. Follow MDHHS on Facebook and Twitter (@MichiganHHS), and use #ivax2protect to share why you choose to vaccinate. |
Flags Lowered to Honor Fallen Sergeant Zachary Bryant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 16, 2021 Contact: [email protected]
Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Fallen U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Zachary Bryant
Lansing, Mich. — Governor Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags throughout the state of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Tuesday, August 17, 2021 to honor the life and service of U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Zachary Bryant. The flag honors will coincide with his birthday.
“Our entire state and nation is thankful for Zachary’s dedication, bravery, and selfless service in the U.S. Army,” Governor Whitmer said. “We pay tribute to Zachary’s memory and recognize his commitment to our state by lowering the flags in his honor. My heart is with his family and loved ones today.”
Bryant was born on August 17, 1992 in Detroit. He served as a Staff Sergeant in the U.S. Army in Syria, Iraq and Kuwait.
Bryant passed away on August 16, 2020 at the age of 27 years old.
The State of Michigan recognizes the duty, honor and selfless service of Staff Sergeant Zachary Bryant by lowering flags to half-staff. Michigan residents, businesses, schools, local governments and other organizations also are encouraged to display the flag at half-staff.
To lower flags to half-staff, flags should be hoisted first to the peak for an instant and then lowered to the half-staff position. The process is reversed before the flag is lowered for the day.
Flags should be returned to full-staff on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. |
Lanes reopening on I-75 at Big Beaver Road
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2021
CONTACT: Diane Cross, MDOT Office of Communications, [email protected]
Lanes reopening on I-75 after July 12 tanker crash and fire at Big Beaver Road in Troy
Fast facts: – Repairs have been made to the I-75 pavement and median barrier wall that were damaged in the July 12 tanker crash and fire and the freeway will reopen later today. – Ramps that were closed for safety have reopened. – Wrap-up work remains and will be completed during off-peak hours.
August 11, 2021 — Freeway lanes and ramps will reopen on the damaged section of I-75 at Big Beaver Road in Troy by late afternoon. All southbound I-75 lanes will reopen at Big Beaver Road. Northbound I-75 will fully reopen except from 8 Mile Road to Wattles Road, where it will have only two lanes open. A right-lane closure remains in place for slope repairs that are unrelated to the July 12 tanker crash and fire that damaged the freeway and median barrier wall. The Rochester Road and Big Beaver Road ramps will also reopen. To safely rebuild the damaged sections, crews had both directions of I-75 reduced to one open lane. To minimize expected delays and for motorist safety, crews closed the entrance ramp at Rochester Road to northbound I-75 and the Big Beaver Road entrance ramps to southbound I-75. Follow I-75 modernization progress on the web at www.Modernize75.com, or follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/Modernize75 or on Twitter at www.twitter.com/Modernize75. |
