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Michigan experiences a 24% decrease in restaurant employment since February

By Elle Johnson | Dec 23, 2020

Since February, the number of Michigan residents working in restaurants has decreased by 24%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported, according to Michigan Capitol Confidential.

Mackinac Center for Public Policy sues University of Michigan over COVID-19 documents

By Elle Johnson | Dec 22, 2020

After the University of Michigan refused to provide documents regarding the science and data used to justify Michigan's lockdown orders and restrictions, the Mackinac Center Legal Foundation filed a lawsuit against the university for violating the state's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).

Gordon, Whitmer, state officials blame Michiganders for the increasing spread of COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Dec 17, 2020

Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Director Robert Gordon has placed the blame on state residents for the continuing spread of COVID-19 and has extended the latest epidemic order through at least Sunday, Dec. 20, which closes bars and restaurants to in-person service.