We must be faithful to each other enough to outlast our shortcomings. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced masks will be required to be worn in all indoor public places unless businesses or venues implement a vaccine requirement. The percent of positive tests has increased to 18 percent, which is also four times where the state was in the middle of February. Hospital capacity dedicated to COVID-19 patientshas been in10-week decline, withcurrent capacity at6.6% for beds with COVID-19 patients. Sports organizers are encouraged to administer a testing programevenifit is not required. He said the suspect appeared to have no adult criminal record, although investigators are looking to see if he had a juvenile record. On Tuesday,WhitmerandMajor General Paul Rogersvisited the MichiganStateUniversity Pavilion to observe itsongoing vaccination efforts for area residents. The War on Alzheimer's: The Battle Continues. Will you support this common sense legislation? By: Santiago Caicedo. Now that the state has reached the 55 percent vaccination threshold, the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) has removed the requirement that employers must create a "policy prohibiting in-person work for employees to the extent that their work activities can feasibly be completed remotely.". Associated Press Writer Michael Balsamo contributed to this report from Washington. Gretchen Whitmer held a press conference Thursday morning providing details on Ford Field's COVID-19 vaccination clinic, which is set to open on March 24. While Mississippi has been hit hard with one historic natural disaster after another, our states response team has quickly jumped into action every time to save lives and livelihoods across our state. Facing increased calls to bring back an indoor mask mandate, Rhode Island's governor is holding off for now. The new order is effective Saturday, Jan. 16 and will last until Sunday, Jan. 31. "The MI Vacc to Normal challenge outlines steps we can take to emerge from this pandemic as we hit our vaccination targets together," said Whitmer. Attorney General Letitia James' investigation into Cuomo described a "toxic" work environment, with his top aide Melissa . Steve Sisolak will hold a virtual press conference, Thursday, Feb. 10, at 10 a.m. to provide an update on COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations, along with the availability of COVID-19 . Weather Now: Gradual Clearing, Mild Today; Monday . Whitmer announced updates to those returning to in-person work and released a new epidemic order expanding capacity limits and increasing indoor social gatherings, such as weddings, conferences and funerals to 50 percent capacity which is set to go into effect on June 1. To contact the Governors office, please call 601-359-3150 or email governor@govreeves.ms.gov. 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"The MI Vacc to Normal challenge outlines steps we can take to emerge from this pandemic as we hit our vaccination targets together," said Whitmer. Justice with almost two-thirds of the vote. On March 10,2020 Michigan detected its first case of COVID-19. To date, Whitmer says Michigan has administered over five million vaccines to 3.1 million residents. Wednesday, July 21, 2021. "That's why continue to encourage all school districts to develop and implement their own plans to adopt an in person learning option by March 1," she said. "We are using every mitigation strategy, every medication, and every treatment option to fight the virus here in Michigan," said Whitmer. Bars and restaurants must close by 10 p.m. Additionally, contact information must be collected from diners for contact tracing purposes. Governor's Photo Gallery. This week, the CDC came out with an updated guidance on what people who have been vaccinated (with both doses of Pfizer or Moderna, or two weeks after a single dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine) can do. 05/08/2020 - Gov. Elee also holds a Masters degree in Business Administration from Millsaps College. Distributing 230,000 USDA Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers to allow older adults to get local, fresh fruit and produce. Garlin Flichrist reflecting on the first anniversary of COVID-19 in Michigan. Abbott Holds Press Conference On Uvalde Elementary School Shooting | NBC News Kathy Hochul is the 57th and first female Governor of New York State. Tuesday, January 27th 2015. by. The event helps support the Foundation for Mississippi Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks.The foundation plays a key role in conservation efforts that help preserve Mississippis hunting and fishing resources for generations to come. In addition to urging youth sports to suspend in-person activities, Whitmer is asking high schools to utilize virtual instruction for the next two weeks to slow the spread of COVID-19. Restaurants and bars will be allowed to reopen at 25 percent capacity with up to 100 people. Pritzker's Smart Start Illinois Tour Continues with Visits to Peoria and Macomb: 136200: PEORIA Governor JB Pritzker continued his Smart Start Illinois education tour today with visits to Valeska Hinton Early Childhood Education Center in Peoria and MacArthur Early Childhood Center in Macomb. Residents who don't have access to the internet or need assistance navigating through the registration process can use the MDHHS COVID-19 Hotline at 888-535-6136 (press 1) to register. By optingto dine outdoors or order takeout, restaurants can remain open whileoperating safely to mitigatethe spread of COVID-19. To register for the COVID-19 vaccine, visit here. Wade decision. Office Phone: 304.558.2000 or 1.888.438.2731. We are plagued with exorbitant bills each month for horrible service by a company being run by a city mayor controlling utilities for Marshall and parts of Benton counties. During the press conference, Governor Abbott and the other governors discussed the far-reaching impact of the Biden administration's open border policies, particularly with the rise in fentanyl in communities across the nation. Kathy Hochul will be an extraordinary governor, Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, another upstate political veteran, told reporters at the U.S. Capitol on Tuesday. A seasoned veteran of retail politics, Hochul shares some of Cuomos centrist politics, but is a stylistic contrast with a governor famous for his love of steamrolling opponents and holding grudges. 1/17/2023 - Governor Announces Education Finance Bills. Welcome to the official YouTube Channel for Arkansas Governor Asa Hutchinson. From 8-9 p.m. Wednesday night, Whitmer requested Michiganders to turn on their porch lights to light up the streets in memory of those lost to the coronavirus. He said the only new aspect that is driving mass shooting is "the status of mental health in our society.". The percent of tests that are positive is 9.8 percent almost half of where Michigan was at during its peak in the beginning of April. Contact the Governor's Office. Michigan is currently considered a "hot spot" due to a recent surge of COVID-19 cases. Khaldun says the silver lining in this pandemic is that so many strong partnerships have developed across multiple sectors such as government, business, academia and health care to fight the pandemic. There are those attempting to push a sick and twisted ideology that seeks to convince our kids theyre in the wrong body and the solution is to drug, sterilize, and castrate themselves.To these radical activists I only have one thing to say: Not in Mississippi! That I would defend the loving culture that underpins our quality of life and work to grow an economy that lifts all of our families. This week the Biden administration the is taking action to increase the vaccine supply to the state. The people of Texas are with us, the majority of people in Texas are with us. E Charleston, WV 25305. Greg Abbott will be in the Valley on Wednesday, along with 10 other Republican governors. Here are updates from Dr. Joneigh Khaldun, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services chief medical executive and chief deputy director for health. By late Monday night, Cuomo told a small number of his closest advisers that he was planning to resign, the person said. Employers should continue to have and implement a written COVID-19 preparedness and response plan in accordance with the updated rules. Incoming New York governor says she is "fully prepared" for the job 20:53. ", He continued, "We just can't accept this theater or business as usual, and accept the next shooting. Whitmer says the state has adjusted its mask policy to match the new CDC guidelines which mean Michiganders who are fully vaccinated do not have to wear a mask outdoors or indoors unless required by a business. Today, Governor Tate Reeves gave his 2023 State of the State Address. Currently, 48.8 percent of Michiganders ages 16 and older have received at least one dose, with 35.9 percent of Michiganders ages 16 and older being fully vaccinated, moving the state closer to its goal of equitably vaccinating at least 70 percent of Michiganders ages 16 and older as soon as possible. Thankfully we have brave firefighters across our state who do exactly that. A strong economy is a core foundation of a healthy society. 2022 Rewind: Our favorite stories from last year. testing protocols for athletes and teams. This grant will support the creation of a state-of-the-art water and wastewater facility to train operators in the state. mAb targets different parts of the virus and prevents it from bonding with cells in the body, effectively neutralizing it. The update alsoincreases testing foryouthages 13-19 toensureathletes can safely participate in sports. Feb 23. MSU Pavilion to create more opportunities for Michigan residents to receive a vaccine. Over the last few weeks, Michigan has tracked outbreaks associated with youth sports. / CW50 Detroit. Gov. He also encouraged enrolling in the Open Enrollment period. Governor Kathy Hochul began her career in public service on her local Town Board before serving as Erie County Clerk, and then as a member of Congress for New York's 26th Congressional District. FY24 Executive Budget Recommendation (PDF), Performance Measurement Information | Fiscal Year 2024, Mississippi State Early Childhood Advisory Council. Khaldun says that number has been decreasing for four weeks. I want to begin today by giving a brief COVID-19 update. Khaldun says the state is seeing a slight reversal in some of the progress that was made over the past couple of months. The Michigan Department Health of Human Services had been closely monitoring three metrics for stabilization or declines over the past several weeks. Michigan continues to see improvements in these metrics which has allowed for additional relaxing of protocols and reopening of activities. Congratulations to Firefighter Class 201 at the Mississippi State Fire Academy on your graduation! All I knew is that you, the people of Mississippi, had demonstrated a faith in me that I might never be able to meet. The state's recovery is also "picking up steam," the governor said Thursday stating Michigan's unemployment rate has fallen by nearly 80 percent. The governors office said she will remain in her job as secretary to the governor until Cuomo departs. To prevent additional outbreaks, Whitmer is urging youth sportson both school-sponsored and non-school sponsored teamsto suspend in-person activities, like games and practices, for the next two weeks. COVID-19 has exacerbated inequities in our education system, and we know more work is needed to address the significant impact, ensuring our students and educators are equipped with everything they need to thrive.". Peaked at 19.6 percent on Tuesday, Dec. 4. In Michigan's Vacc To Normal plan, the governor said the state's first step was to have 55 percent of Michiganders vaccinated which the state "hit pretty quickly." The working plan is to open indoor dining with mitigation measures, capacity limits and a curfew on Feb. 1, but the ultimate decision depends on data continuing to stabilize. Khaldun says Michiganders can continue to slow the spread of the coronavirus by social distancing and wearing a mask. 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