WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 |
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In today's newsletter, a Michigan candidate's stance on the Plan B pill, the Lions have jumped up in the power rankings and a look at some ways to really enjoy autumn in Michigan. |
COVID-19 is still around. And we are still bringing you the latest news. |
After two and a half years of avoiding COVID-19, I have to admit, I thought I had dodged it. I thought, "Well, I must have successfully avoided the pandemic."
Then, a week ago, I woke up with chills and terrible body aches. It was later confirmed by test — I had caught the virus. I am on the mend and have had a pretty easy time. But I'm not the only person I know who has tested positive recently and my big take away has been, "Ope. The virus is still here."
As much as we have all grown tired of the discussions about this pandemic, it is important to document what is going on during this strange time in our world. And we continue to do so. Here's our latest update on numbers. Here's our most recent masking update. And below in today's newsletter, you'll find more COVID info.
Stay safe out there.
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Lions fans cheer as the Detroit Lions face the Washington Commanders at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022. (Photo by Jacob Hamilton | MLive.com) |
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4 hints that Michigan's real estate market could be cooling. |
Signs of slowing: The real estate market has been hot in Michigan. But it is finally showing signs of cooling, with hints at a seasonal slowdown coming early this year. Inflation and rising interest rates are taking a toll on the market nationwide – and Michigan is no exception. One sign: The summer months are most popular for Michigan home sales, but the second half of summer 2022 has been bleaker than normal. Home sales and new listings in Michigan both hit their lowest mark for any given August since 2013.
Looking to buy? Well, you are in luck, because late September is actually the best time to purchase. We have an explainer on why that's the case. |
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DePerno would ban Plan B 'if it's used after conception.' Doctors say it doesn't work that way. |
Clarifying his stance: After a recording caught Republican attorney general nominee Matt DePerno saying Plan B should be banned in Michigan, DePerno stood by his stance in an interview with MLive, saying the pill should be illegal to take "after conception has occurred."
Dr. Elena Oatey said: "No, even if you believe life begins at conception, it’s not going to terminate a pregnancy. You know, that’s how the people opposed to Plan B market it that way but it’s really not. If you use it as appropriate, you’re using it as contraception."
More news out of Lansing: The Michigan Senate passed a resolution condemning the state's controversial LGBTQ teacher training videos. |
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How a CO2 monitor and a DIY air filter can mitigate COVID-19 in Michigan classrooms. |
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The Lions have jumped in the power rankings and so have Dan Campbell's odds for coach of the year. |
Skyrocket status:After their season-opening loss, the Detroit Lions were near the bottom of most national power rankings. But the blue Kool-Aid is flowing again, with Detroit on the rise after its Week 2 win over the Washington Commanders. See where they've landed.
Campbell is climbing too: No Lions coach has won the Coach of the Year award since Wayne Fontes in 1991, when Detroit improved from 6-10 to 12-4 and won the NFC Central. The club still hasn’t captured a divisional crown since. Can Dan and the Lions do it this year?
Dungeon of Doom: Make sure to subscribe to our Detroit Lions podcast to get alerted about the latest episodes of the show that addresses all things Honolulu blue.
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Plan some fall fun in Michigan with these autumn events. |
So much to see in the U.P.: Specifically, there is plenty of beauty to check out in the U.P.'s Keweenaw Peninsula. Unique color tours by air, water and chairlift are coming to the Copper Country this fall. Check it out.
Fall stargazing:Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore has two special stargazing events in store for visitors this fall. One is coming up this weekend, so it is a great way to kick off autumn. The other is set for early October. Get the details here.
Culinary color tours: If you’re ready to try something new this autumn, check out the details for these fall hilltop dinners planned for a Northern Michigan resort that’s going to be in the thick of fall color in another few weeks. |
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I hope you easily climb over the hump that is Wednesday.
If you need a news break, you can find the latest Michigan news at MLive.com. And here's the link to become an MLive subscriber.
Onward and upward, friends.
— Jessica Shepherd |
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