Share or view as a webpage  I  Update preferences FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 7, 2020 EGLE Media Office, EGLE-Assist@Michigan.gov, 517-284-9278 Jill A. Greenberg, EGLE spokesperson, GreenbergJ@Michigan.gov, 517-897-4965 EGLE offers guidance on redeeming bottle and can...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  July 7, 2020 Contact: press@michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Makes Appointments to Michigan Nursing Homes COVID-19 Preparedness Task Force   LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer today announced appointments to the Michigan Nursing...

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                   TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2020   CONTACT: Rob Morosi, MDOT Office of Communications, MorosiR@Michigan.gov   Bridge work closing Coolidge...

$15 Million in Agricultural Safety Grants to Provide Critical Relief to Michigan's Farms and Food Processors Contact: Otie McKinley McKinleyO@michigan.org Fifteen million dollars in economic assistance for Michigan farms and agricultural processors, to mitigate risks...

Michigan's Aging Adults, Persons with Disabilities Can Take Survey to Tell MDHHS How to Better Meet COVID-19 Needs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 6, 2020 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton, 517-241-2112 LANSING, MICH. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS)...

Michigan Small Business Restart Program to Provide $100 Million in Grants for COVID-19 Recovery Efforts Contact: Otie McKinley McKinleyO@michigan.org The Michigan Strategic Fund today approved a $100 million program that will provide grants to small businesses around...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 7, 2020 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov Residents reminded to stay safe as summer temperatures remain high LANSING, Mich. – With temperatures across the state expected to remain in the 80s and above...

Media Contact: Ryan Jarvi (o) 517-335-7666 (c) 517-599-2746 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, July 7, 2020 Attorney General Nessel Files Brief in Equal Rights Amendment Case, Pays Homage to ‘Mother of the ERA’ LANSING – Attorney General Dana Nessel recently filed an...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 7, 2020 Contact: agpress@michigan.gov    Gov. Whitmer, AG Nessel, State Superintendent to Announce Action to Protect Students Across the State This correction updates the satellite coordinates.   LANSING, Mich. -- Governor Whitmer...

Coulter: Fiscal Discipline, Health Care, the Environment, Diversity and Inclusion Hallmarks of 2021-2023 Budget Plan Pontiac, Michigan - Oakland County Executive David Coulter today presented his recommended operating budget for the next three years, which focuses on...

Share or view as webpage  |  Update preferences DNR Get Involved - July 2020 Here are a few ways to get involved in taking care of Michigan’s natural resources in July. For more opportunities to volunteer, contribute and provide input,...

Tips for getting your kids to save energy May 22, 2020   By The SOE Team Whether your child is barely tall enough to reach the light switch or you have a teenager living in their own world, it can often be a challenge to get kids to save energy. But the monetary and...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 6, 2020 Contact: Press@michigan.gov Michigan’s Office of Future Mobility and Electrification Formally Launches, Sets Course for Economic Growth, Job Creation  Trevor Pawl named Chief Mobility Officer, to head Office of Future Mobility and...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 2, 2020 MDHHS CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov MAAS CONTACT: Laura Biehl, 248-921-5008, Laura@reschstrategies.com State’s chief medial executive urges Michiganders not to delay emergency care Data...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2020 MDHHS CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, Sutfinl1@michigan.gov  MDARD CONTACT: Jessy Sielski, 517-331-1151, sielskij@michigan.gov EGLE CONTACT: Nick Assendelft, 517-388-3135, AssendelftN@Michigan.gov Stay safe this...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2020 Contact: press@michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order Closing Indoor Service at Bars Throughout Much of Lower Michigan to Protect Progress Against COVID-19    Governor also signs bills allowing cocktails-to-go at...

Media Contact: Ryan Jarvi (o) 517-335-7666 (c) 517-599-2746 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, July 1, 2020 AG Nessel Reminds Consumers to Remain Alert for Scams, Price-gouging During COVID-19 Pandemic LANSING – As Michigan continues to...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  July 1, 2020 Contact: Press@michigan.gov   Gov. Whitmer Signs Bill Extending the Expiration of Driver's Licenses, State ID Cards, Vehicle Registrations to Sept. 30     LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Whitmer signed Senate Bills 876-878,...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 1, 2020 Contact: BrownT56@michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Signs Bill for Supplemental  Funding to Support COVID-19 Response    LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Whitmer signed Senate Bill 690, which appropriates nearly $880 million in...

Oakland And Macomb Counties Partner With Automation Alley To Support Manufacturers In Providing Critical PPE For Counties’ First Responders, Health Care Professionals And Citizens Multi-million-dollar Personal Protective Equipment Resilience Grant will accelerate...

Oakland County Funds Rent, Mortgage And Utility Relief Program For Residents Affected By COVID-19 Pandemic Pontiac, Michigan – Oakland County residents who have fallen behind on their rent, mortgage or utility payments because of a lost job or other income reduction...

COVID-19 Test Finder Website, Partnership with Michigan 211 Makes it Even Easier for Residents to be Tested; Michiganders can go online/call to find closest sites meeting needs FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2020 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton,...

MDHHS Expansion of Visitation at Residential Facilities Provides Compassionate Care, Protects Vulnerable People; Masks, other safety requirements protect health and safety during limited visitations FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 30, 2020 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton,...

UIA Adds to Leadership Team to Enhance Services, Prevent Imposter Fraud Contact: Jason Moon 517-282-0041 June 30, 2020 As Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency continues to process a record number of claims, today it announced additions to its leadership team...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 1, 2020 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov MDHHS reminds Michiganders to avoid foam on lakes and rivers with high levels of PFAS LANSING, Mich. – With the summer recreation season here, the Michigan...

Still Time to Support Michigan Small Businesses in COVID-19 Recovery Efforts Through MEDC Crowdfunding Program Contact: Kathleen Achtenberg achtenbergk@michigan.org June 30, 2020 The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is reminding Michiganders that there is...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 30, 2020 Media Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Releases MI Safe Schools Roadmap, Directs School Districts to Develop Return to School Plans Roadmap includes guidance on PPE, hygiene and cleaning protocols, athletics, and...

  The LOCS Board of Education has selected Benjamin Kirby as the district’s next Superintendent, poised to lead the district into the next generation. Mr. Kirby, currently the Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services in South Lyon Community Schools,...

  Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2020 CONTACT: Jeff Cranson, MDOT Director of Communications, 517-648-8247, CransonJ@Michigan.gov Gov. Whitmer announces transportation economic development grant...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  June 30, 2020 Contact: Press@michigan.gov   Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Former State Senator Art Miller, Jr.    LANSING, Mich. – Governor Gretchen Whitmer has directed U.S. and Michigan flags within the state capitol complex to...

Share or view as webpage  |  Update preferences News Digest - Week of June 29, 2020 Some of the items in this week's news digest reflect the impact of COVID-19 and how the Michigan Department of Natural Resources is adapting to meet customers' needs. Public health and...

Having trouble viewing this email? View it as a Web page. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                   TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2020   CONTACT: Rob Morosi, MDOT Office of Communications, MorosiR@Michigan.gov   Bridge beam setting closing Long...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   June 29, 2020 Media Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer, Republican Leaders Announce Bipartisan Budget Agreement, Call on Congress for Additional Resources to Support Essential Services  Agreement includes additional funding for...

Share or view as webpage  |  Update preferences - DNR News - June 30, 2020 Contact: Scott Whitcomb, 231-373-3007 or Kerry Wieber, 517-643-1256 Plugging into the power of public lands DNR begins updating strategy for managing more than 4 million acres What do mountain...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:  June 30, 2020  Media Contact: press@michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Requests USDA Disaster Designation for Michigan Counties Impacted by Severe Weather   LANSING, Mich. — Governor Gretchen Whitmer today sent a letter to U.S....

MEDIA ADVISORY: Oakland County Executive David Coulter and Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel join Automation Alley CEO Tom Kelly to announce multi-million-dollar Industry 4.0 PPE Resilience Grants Program The COVID-19 pandemic is reshaping and accelerating the...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 29, 2020 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov MDHHS to provide free naloxone to community organizations and individuals statewide Naloxone can be requested via online portal to reverse opioid overdoses and...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  June 29, 2020 Contact: Press@michigan.gov      Governor Whitmer Proposes Additional Police Reforms for Michigan   LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer proposed additional police reform policies to help strengthen...

84 Non-Profits Hurt By Pandemic To Share $9.7 Million From Oakland Together Community Response And Recovery Fund Nearly 500,000 Oakland County Residents To Benefit Pontiac, Michigan – Eighty-four non-profit organizations whose services were severely impacted by the...

BUI and DUI - both are a bad decision Contact: Lt. Tom Wanless, 517-284-6026 Agency: Natural Resources June 25, 2020 Drunk driving – busted. Drunk boating – same thing. Whether you’re on the road or on the water, Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation...