Media Contact: Ryan Jarvi (o) 517-335-7666 (c) 517-599-2746 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Thursday, August 6, 2020 AG Nessel Shifts Focus to Long-term Care Facilities Violating Executive Orders LANSING – To make sure long-term care facilities are operating within the...

Share or view as a webpage  I  Update preferences FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Aug. 6, 2020 Nick Assendelft, Public Information Officer, AssendelftN@Michigan.gov, 517-388-3135 Great Lakes and Fresh Water Week Aug. 8-16 spotlights Michigan’s water resources Michigan is...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 6, 2020 Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Order Requiring Masks at Child-Care Centers and Camps   LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Whitmer signed Executive Order 2020-164 which requires face...

Media Contact: Ryan Jarvi (o) 517-335-7666 (c) 517-599-2746 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, August 5, 2020 AG Nessel, SOS Benson Warn Michiganders to Read Petitions Before Signing Circulators May be Misleading People to Gain More Petition Signatures LANSING –...

  Share or view as webpage  |  Update preferences - DNR News - Aug. 5, 2020 Contact: Conor Haenni, 989-429-5542 Adopt-a-Forest cleanup challenge passes 50-site midpoint Refrigerators, tires, old cars, barrels with mysterious contents and an entire body cast are...

Greetings, We're excited to invite you to our Fostering Futures Scholarship Virtual Trivia Night fundraiser! Join us Tuesday, August 18 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. for virtual trivia night. Now is the time to show off your film knowledge while supporting a great cause. This...

 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 5, 2020 Contact: Press@Michigan.gov Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive Recognizing and Addressing Racism as a Public Health Crisis, Creates the Black Leadership Advisory Council MDHHS also announced their Equity Impact Assessment...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  August 5, 2020 Contact: Press@michigan.gov      Gov. Whitmer Lowers Flags to Honor Michigan State Police Trooper Caleb Starr    LANSING, Mich. – Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and...

Virtual Session Is August 12 For Oakland County Manufacturers Interested In PPE Resilience Grant Program Pontiac, Michigan – Oakland County manufacturers are encouraged to participate in a virtual information session to see if they qualify for grants to purchase...

MDHHS encourages Medicaid providers to apply for federal COVID-19 relief dollars now available FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:July 31, 2020 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton, 517-241-2112 LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is urging Medicaid...

August hunting and trapping opportunities This summer and fall, you may still enjoy many outdoor activities, including hunting, as long as you practice proper social distancing by staying at least 6 feet from those who don't live in your household. Learn more about...

Increase In COVID-19 Cases In South Lyon And Fenton Region Pontiac, Michigan –Oakland County Health Division, Livingston County Health Department and Genesee County Health Department report a steep increase in COVID-19 cases in the South Lyon and Fenton areas since...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 4, 2020 Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer Signs Executive Directive  Strengthening Enforcement of COVID-19 Orders to Save Lives    LANSING, Mich. -- Governor Whitmer signed Executive Directive 2020-08 today to direct...

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 4, 2020 Media Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   President Trump Grants Governor Whitmer’s Request to Extend Michigan National Guard Through December 31 to Assist With COVID-19 The president decides to only federally fund...

MDHHS Issues Order Requiring Testing of Agricultural and Food Processing Employees to Protect Health and Safety of Workers, Community FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 3, 2020 Contact: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112 LANSING, MICH. Michigan Department of Health and Human...

Aug. 3, 2020 Contact: Rob Miller, 517-614-0454 or Joanne Foreman, 517-284-5814 Check trees in August for signs of the Asian longhorned beetle This year, many Michiganders have found time to reacquaint themselves with the outdoors. Whether you spend time walking,...

Share or view as webpage  |  Update preferences - DNR News - Aug. 3, 2020 Contact: Press@Michigan.gov (Governor's Office) or Jon Mayes (DNR), 517-284-5954 Gov. Whitmer approves $28 million in outdoor recreation development and acquisition grants Gov. Gretchen Whitmer...

DNR Get Involved - August 2020 Here are a few ways to get involved in taking care of Michigan’s natural resources in August. For more opportunities to volunteer, contribute and provide input, visit Michigan.gov/DNRVolunteers. Help remove invasive species, restore...

Five Oakland County Manufacturers Share $147K To Make Gear For Health Care And First Responders In COVID-19 Crisis Pontiac, Michigan – Five more Oakland County manufacturers will share $147,000 in “Saving Business, Saving Lives” grants to make personal protective...

$5.2 Million Goes To 544 Small Businesses As First Round Of Recovery Grants Help Retail And Others Hurt By COVID-19 Pontiac, Michigan – Oakland County small retail, restaurant and personal services businesses will share $5.2 million from the Oakland Together Small...

Still Time for Businesses and Nonprofits to Apply for Grants through Michigan Small Business Restart Program Contact: Kathleen Achtenberg achtenbergk@michigan.org The Michigan Economic Development Corporation is reminding Michigan’s small businesses and nonprofits...

Media Contact: Ryan Jarvi (o) 517-335-7666 (c) 517-599-2746 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, July 29, 2020 Attorney General Nessel Joins Multistate Reply Brief in Supreme Court Fight to Save the ACA LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel along with 19 other...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  July 29, 2020 Contact: press@mieog.gov   Governor Whitmer Amends MI Safe Start Order to Limit Indoor Gatherings, Save Lives Statewide, bars are closed for indoor service and indoor gatherings are restricted to no more than 10 people  ...

Inside the OAA Covering all 22 OAA teams with insight and thoughts on each team from Northern Oakland County to Southern Oakland County. Wednesday, July 29, 2020 Written by Sammy Taormina   MHSAA makes decision regarding start of Fall Season. Written Wednesday...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2020 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov Opioid overdoses surge during COVID-19 pandemic; MDHHS promotes treatment and resources LANSING, Mich. – Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and emergency...

Aug. 4 statewide primary election: Voters can vote safely from home or in person Voters can safely cast their ballots in Michigan’s statewide primary election on Aug. 4 to determine candidates at the local, state and federal levels for the general election on Nov. 3....

Press Release   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 29, 2020  CONTACT: Bob Wheaton, 517-241-2112, wheatonb@michigan.gov MDHHS begins partnership with Dave Thomas Foundation to find forever homes for children in foster care more quickly LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan...

Coronavirus-Focused Virtual Business Workshops Among Several Offered in August by County’s Small Business Team Pontiac, Michigan – Business owners and entrepreneurs who may have had their operations or aspirations interrupted by the coronavirus pandemic have a chance...

LEO Launches Digital Hub to Help Michigan Workers Displaced by COVID-19 Crisis Boost Skills New website helps Michigan workers easily connect to online certification and degree programs including free training and work readiness tools July 28, 2020 Contact: Jason...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2020 Media Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   PHOTOS AND VIDEO: Governor Whitmer Calls on Trump Administration, Congress to Pass a Bipartisan Recovery Plan   LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer once again called on...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 28, 2020 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov MDHHS announces initiative to eliminate hepatitis C in Michigan on World Hepatitis Day LANSING, Mich. – In recognition of World Hepatitis Day, the Michigan...

Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services Orders to Result in Michigan Drivers and Businesses Saving Nearly $97 Million Media Contact: Laura Hall, 517-290-3779, halll17@michigan.gov Consumer Hotline: 877-999-6442 or Michigan.gov/DIFScomplaints LANSING,...

Media Contact: Ryan Jarvi (o) 517-335-7666 (c) 517-599-2746 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Monday, July 27, 2020 AG Nessel, Humane Society of the United States Warn Consumers of Heightened Puppy Scams During Pandemic LANSING – Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and the...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 27, 2020 Media Contact: Press@Michigan.gov   Governor Whitmer: McConnell Plan Must Do More to Protect Working Families, Frontline Workers, Small Businesses    LANSING, Mich. -- Today, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the...

  FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                       MONDAY, JULY 27, 2020   CONTACT: Rob Morosi, MDOT Office of Communications, MorosiR@Michigan.gov   Interchange construction requires closing northbound I-75 exit to Big Beaver Road...

Oakland County Graphic Designers Win Top Honors From National Design Publication Pontiac, Michigan – Graphic designers from Oakland County economic development, executive office, health and human services and human resources were honored recently with seven American...

Connect to Care makes it easy for health professionals to find jobs in high demand due to COVID-19; MDHHS promotes employment website FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 23, 2020 CONTACT: Bob Wheaton, 517-241-2112 LANSING, Mich. – As long-term care facilities look to hire...

$8.55 Million in COVID-19 Workplace Safety Grants will help employers protect workers Contact: Jason Moon 517-282-0041 July 23, 2020 With employers across the state working to keep their employees, customers and communities safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, the State...

Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 27, 2020 CONTACT: Lynn Sutfin, 517-241-2112, SutfinL1@michigan.gov First case of Acute Flaccid Myelitis confirmed in Michigan child ­­­­­LANSING, Mich. – The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) has been...

MPSC tackles next steps in customer protections as Michigan's economy cautiously reopens amid pandemic FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   July 23, 2020 Media Contact: Matt Helms 517-284-8300 Customer Assistance: 800-292-9555 Michigan.gov/MPSC Twitter Continuing its efforts...