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Coronavirus closures 'devastating' for bars, restaurants ordered to shut down
 
A day before the St. Patrick's Day holiday, bars and restaurants across Michigan were ordered to shut their doors. The timing is especially unfortunate, as the holiday that celebrates Irish culture and the color green is typically very lucrative for those businesses. While eateries are still allowed to provide carry-out and delivery services, some restauranteurs are worried they won't be able to stay afloat during a prolonged closure. They aren't the only businesses in this position, as gyms, spas, coffee shops and theaters are among a full list of spaces forced to shut down through March 30. MORE
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Groups of 50 or more people now banned in Michigan
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Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has temporarily banned the gathering of 50 or more people as part of the state's response to coronavirus. The ban goes into effect as of 9 a.m. Tuesday and continues until 5 p.m. on April 5. The state previously had banned gatherings of 250 or more but has changed the limit in accordance with a recommendation from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. MORE
Michigan announces another case of coronavirus, bringing the total to 54
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Michigan expands unemployment benefits amid coronavirus
 
Public health workers and parents who must take time off to care for children are among those eligible for expanded unemployment benefits in Michigan. Gov. Whitmer signed an executive order that both expands the eligibility for benefits and lengthens the terms of such benefits. The expansion is aimed at helping those who can't work due to impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. MORE
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Michigan hospitals prepare for uptick in coronavirus cases
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Hospitals in Michigan are exploring "any and all options" as they prepare for increased coronavirus cases. While the number of confirmed cases in the state is now 54, the healthcare community anticipates more cases will emerge. If the virus does spread, they anticipate needing more equipment. In a measure that aims to stop coronavirus from spreading inside healthcare facilities, the state barred non-essential visitorsMORE
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See Michigan State's version of 'One Shining Moment'
 
"One Shining Moment" is typically the sweet (but cheesy) cherry on top of the NCAA basketball tournament. This year, with no tournament, there is no official version of the video that usually chronicles the highlights of March Madness. Luckily for us, some schools have stepped up to create their own versions of the sentimental video. Here's one from Michigan State. MORE
The story behind 'One Shining Moment' and the Michigander who wrote it
 

 
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