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Lessons to be learned from shutdown impact as Michigan begins reopening its economy

By Michael Pineda | Jan 15, 2021

As Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer begins reopening parts of the state there are lessons to be learned from what has taken place so far in respect to the economy and stifling the spread of COVID-19.

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COVID-19 vaccine considered 'one of the major success stories' by University of Michigan expert

By Michael Pineda | Dec 14, 2020

America is on the brink of seeing the first two COVID-19 vaccines approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), but the potential reception from the general public is unknown.

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Michigan is unable to verify number of COVID-19 deaths in long-term care facilities

By Michael Pineda | Oct 30, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on Michigan’s long-term care facilities -- but to exactly what extent has yet to be verified.

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Michigan works to overcome COVID-19 economic hurdles, but 'there is no economic recovery without child care'

By Michael Pineda | Jul 29, 2020

Michigan's road to economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic will have some roadblocks that must be navigated.

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Sen. Barrett joins Legislature in supporting lawsuit against Gov. Whitmer

By Michael Pineda | Jun 6, 2020

Finding itself at an impasse, the Republican-controlled Legislature has filed a lawsuit against Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in its rejection of her emergency declaration extension.

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Capital Region Community Foundation donates $1 million to Tri-County nonprofits

By Michael Pineda | Apr 16, 2020

Nonprofits in the Tri-County area are receiving a much-needed shot in the form of a $1 million donation from the Capital Region Community Foundation.