MICHIGAN
334 positive COVID-19 cases reported in Michigan
The number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Michigan has jumped to 334.
FOOTBALL
'When the time is right, we are going to hit the ground running': An update on Spartan football
With practices prohibited, The State News takes a look at Mel Tucker's first spring leading MSU football.
COMMENTARY
Editorial: The key to getting through this crisis is remembering our humanity
Despite all of the unknowns surrounding COVID-19's impact on the world, the key to getting through this crisis is remembering our humanity.
COMMENTARY
Dual columns: Should you stay or should you go?
With the closure of in-person classes, limited dining hall hours and the need to practice social distancing, many Michigan State students have a choice to make: should I stay or should I go?
MSU
'It just ended': A year cut short for MSU seniors
With an abrupt end to the college careers of many, how are MSU seniors taking it?
MICHIGAN
Whitmer addresses first Michigan COVID-19 death, concerned about test kit supply
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer addressed the public March 18 following the first death from COVID-19 complications in Michigan.
MICHIGAN
First COVID-19 death in Michigan
The first death in Michigan due to COVID-19 complications has occurred.
MICHIGAN
Economic support for Michigan businesses during coronavirus pandemic
Small business support organizations provide resources amid Coronavirus pandemic.
MICHIGAN
MSU economist: Coronavirus consequences start in college towns
COVID-19's economic impact in Michigan starts in college towns like East Lansing, according to an MSU economics professor.
NEWS
The Dinner Table Podcast: COVID-19
Tessa Osborne and Griffin Wiles dig into the recent wake of COVID-19, how it’s impacting our day to day lives, local businesses and the broader lens of the world. They discuss their own experiences living life in self-quarantine and updates surrounding Michigan State University's action in all of this. Tessa and Griffin's views do not reflect those of The State News.
MICHIGAN
Greater East Lansing residents extend support in form following COVID-19
East Lansing Board of Education President Erin Graham created a form to connect residents in need with those sharing resources amid COVID-19 concerns.
MICHIGAN
CATA to temporarily close its downtown Lansing transportation center
While in-person transactions at the transportation center will temporarily be suspended, riders can still board buses using its current bus pullouts.
MICHIGAN
54-A and 54B District Courts close to the public due to COVID-19 concerns
54-A District Court will be closed to the public until April 3 amid COVID-19 concerns, according to a press release from court officials. 54B District court will also be closed to the public until April 5 in accordance with the East Lansing local state of emergency.
MICHIGAN
Potter Park Zoo temporarily closed due to COVID-19
Potter Park Zoo temporarily closed to the public as of Saturday, March 14 following the spread of COVID-19.
MSU
MSU temporarily closes recreational facilities
All recreational facilities, including IM buildings, are closed.
MICHIGAN
MDHHS to start reporting COVID-19 cases by a new format
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, or MDHHS, will begin reporting COVID-19 case numbers at a new time with new metrics starting Tuesday, March 17.
MSU
MSU students eligible for $1,120 housing credit if they move out before April 12
On-campus Michigan State students are eligible for a housing credit if they move out before April 12.
MSU
Petition asks MSU to consider credit-no credit format for spring 2020 courses
An online petition is asking for all Michigan State University spring 2020 semester courses to be evaluated on a credit-no credit format in the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.
MICHIGAN
Whitmer orders bars and restaurants to close temporarily due to COVID-19
The temporary closure starts at 3 p.m. today.
MICHIGAN
Red Cedar 'global village' Project proceeding on schedule despite COVID-19
The Red Cedar 'global village' Project, the $250 million construction project that is transforming the former Red Cedar golf course into a multi-use retail space is proceeding on schedule.