COVID-19
Second Spike: Great Lakes parks anticipate increased visitation this summer
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Parks around the Great Lakes are expecting a spike in visitation this season as the United States and Canada continue to distribute COVID-19 vaccines.
Echo
Pandemic creates challenges, opportunities for animal shelters
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As the COVID-19 pandemic closed animal shelters to the public, Detroit-area pet rescue and adoption organizations had to come up with new ways to connect their dogs and cats to families.
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Stay-at-home Michiganders used 5% less juice in 2020
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Michigan’s energy consumption dropped 5% in 2020 which is 1% more than the national average.
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Despite the pandemic, zoos remain optimistic
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Michigan zoos say they aim to provide a safe and educational experience for individuals and families this year.
breweries
Grants help keep breweries open and saves jobs, brewers say
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Last year was difficult for West Michigan breweries.
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Providers call for expansion of telehealth services beyond COVID-19
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Federal lawmakers consider easing restrictions.
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School nurses keep staff, students safe during the pandemic
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Contact tracing often starts with school nurses, and its effectiveness relies heavily on their ability to communicate with staff and students and organize their findings.
Catch of the Day
Will remote learning mark the end of school snow days in Michigan?
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It’s an especially severe challenge to Northern Michigan and other rural parts of the state.
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Michigan bus riders already familiar with mask mandate
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COVID-19 safety protocols are different for each system.
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COVID-19 spurs visits to nature sanctuaries
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It offers a significant educational opportunity for land conservancies.