![]() ![]() Whitmer allowed Michiganders to gather in groups of 10, effective immediately. In addition to reopening the two northernmost regions of the state, she partially reopened businesses and lifted restrictions on medical operations across Michigan. Whitmer’s extension came at the end of a busy week. In fact, May 22 was the first day restaurants and bars were allowed to resume operations at 50% capacity in Northern Michigan. This extension was discouraging for many Michigan residents because two regions outlined in the MI Safe Start Plan - the Upper Peninsula and Traverse City Region - had been reopened earlier in the week. She also extended the state of emergency at the same time, doing so through June 19. the Friday leading into Memorial Day weekend, Whitmer once again extended the stay-at-home order, this time until June 12. Unemployment levels leave Michigan families in need more than ever Meanwhile, the state reported 592 new confirmed cases and 93 additional deaths that afternoon. Republican legislators, who were already planning to sue Whitmer for extending the state of emergency without their approval, heavily opposed the extension of the stay-at-home order. It outlined six phases of reopening, concluding with the state going back to normal. The MI Safe Start Plan would become the guideline for Whitmer’s decisions going forward. Whitmer announced manufacturing workers, including at Michigan’s Big 3 auto companies, could resume work May 11 as part of her “MI Safe Start Plan.” This was intended to give the struggling economy a much-needed boost. This extended the stay-at-home order until May 28. Some residents were still afraid of what reopening could mean for the spread of COVID-19, but many were frustrated that the economy was still shut down. When Whitmer extended her stay-at-home order for a third time, it was met with mixed reactions. Michigan residents now required to wear masks in public places The stay-at-home order went into effect at 12:01 a.m. "If we all come together, get serious, and do our part by staying home, we can stay safe and save lives.” ![]() “I know this will be hard, but it will be temporary,” Whitmer said at the time. Gathering with people who lived in another household was not allowed. Under the new order, people could go outside to walk, but they had to maintain six feet of distance from others. Most public spaces in the state had already been closed for a week, and restaurants had been limited to carry-out and delivery since March 16. Whitmer announced the stay-at-home order March 23, saying Michiganders should only leave their homes to perform essential jobs or go to the grocery store or hospital. March 23: First stay-at-home order issued Here’s a look at the complete timeline for Michigan’s stay-at-home order. She issued the initial restrictions during the early stages of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and adjusted them several times along the way. Gretchen Whitmer’s stay-at-home order was lifted Monday after 70 days. ![]()
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