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The state of Michigan has administered 2,753,502 total doses of the COVID-19 vaccines with 51,654 being administered on March 9th. Every COVID-19 vaccine allocated to Michigan has either been administered or is scheduled to be administered via appointment.
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Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex and upon all public buildings and grounds across the State of Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, March 10 to honor the one-year anniversary of the coronavirus in Michigan and mourn those who have lost their lives to COVID-19. Michiganders are also being asked to turn on the lights outside of their homes on Wednesday, March 10, from 8:00 PM to 9:00 PM, in remembrance of the Michiganders we have lost.
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer has ordered U.S. and Michigan flags within the State Capitol Complex to be lowered to half-staff on Thursday, March 11 to honor the life and service of former State Sen. John “Jack” Welborn. The flag honors will coincide with his funeral.
“Our state is saddened by the loss of former state Senator Jack Welborn,” Governor Whitmer said. “He will be remembered for his years of public service and commitment to serve Michiganders. As he is laid to rest, my thoughts are with his friends and family during this difficult time.”
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Lt. Governor Gilchrist took to Twitter Wednesday morning to commemorate those we’ve lost to COVID-19 on its one-year anniversary. Speaking on this loss, he said, “As we looking to the future, we will honor our sisters, brothers, and neighbors by continuing their legacy with the culture we create, the inventions we imagine, and the love that we share.”
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On Wednesday at 1:15pm, Governor Gretchen Whitmer and Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Chief Medical Executive Dr. Joneigh Khaldun provided an update regarding COVID-19 and the continued efforts to slow the spread of the virus. Governor Whitmer also provided special remarks and unveiled a tribute video to honor the nearly 16,000 lives lost and families impacted by COVID-19, as March 10 marks the date of the first confirmed cases in the state a year ago.
Watch the Michigan COVID-19 memorial video here.
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MDHHS announced 2,316 cases of COVID-19 from yesterday. This brings the total number of positive cases of COVID-19 to 601,284.
HAPPENING ACROSS STATE GOVERNMENT
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Today, the Michigan Commission of Agriculture and Rural Development voted to approve a Food and Agriculture Investment Program grant of $50,000 for Shamco Lumber Inc. of Iron River, Michigan. The performance-based grant will help advance a $1.96 million project to modernize and expand the sawmill's operations and lead to the creation of four jobs.
"This project will have an economic rippling effect throughout the region," said Gary McDowell, director of the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. "In addition to elevating the quality and variety of materials coming out of the mill and creating new jobs, this project will open new market opportunities for things like flooring, cabinetry, and the UP's iconic hardwood sport flooring industry."
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The Department of Natural Resources, this year celebrating 100 years of caring for Michigan’s outdoors and history, invites businesses and organizations to get involved as sponsors and partners in conserving natural and cultural resources, while connecting with the millions of people who enjoy these resources.
With less than 15% of the DNR’s annual budget coming from general tax dollars, new and creative revenue sources are vital to fulfilling the department’s mission.
“We are open to a wide variety of sponsorships and partnerships to help people enjoy and appreciate Michigan’s natural and cultural resources and, at the same time, highlight the many businesses that are growing the outdoor recreation industry and the state’s economy,” said Kristin Phillips, DNR Marketing and Outreach Division chief. “It’s also the DNR’s centennial year, which brings additional opportunities.”
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