Trump supporters swarm DC to disrupt EC vote
Riotous scenes unfolded at the Capitol as thousands of Trump supporters surged to disrupt the electoral count. Vice President Pence was moved to safety as the Senate was evacuated, and police faced violent clashes near the Senate chamber. Biden urged calm as rioters breached entrances and shots were reported, with Congress delaying certification.
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OCDPH to provide rapid COVID tests for teachers
Ottawa County Department of Public Health will distribute rapid antigen tests to area school districts for use by teachers and staff. Some tests expire as early as March, so OCDPH aims to allocate remaining supplies promptly after the holidays to maximize use.
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Michigan expands vaccine eligibility to 65 and older
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced expanded eligibility for the COVID-19 vaccine beginning Monday Jan. 11 for residents over 65 and frontline essential workers including police, first responders, frontline state and federal workers, jail and prison staff, and preK-12 teachers and childcare providers. Local health departments will manage rollout and guidance.
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Michigan and Ottawa Allegan counties COVID totals on Jan 6
Michigan daily reports show 4,326 new cases and 51 deaths, with totals of 508,736 cases and 12,918 deaths. Probable cases reach 42,762 with 749 deaths. recoveries total 363,611. Ottawa County reports 570 deaths and 18,118 cases, with 255 deaths noted. Allegan County lists 18 new cases and 1 death, total 5,495 cases and 76 deaths. recoveries total 15,878 in Ottawa and 4,758 in Allegan. Counts may be updated after publication.
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