Michigan officials warn of very sharp crest in COVID-19 cases
Michigan health officials on a Zoom briefing said omicron likely to drive a very sharp crest in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations. Data show about 4,900 hospitalized with confirmed or suspected cases and nearly 130,000 new cases in the past week, straining hospital capacity and workforce.
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Nestlings Diaper Bank seeks 40000 in January to fund diapers
Nestlings Diaper Bank, started by Tania Snyder twelve years ago, aims to raise forty thousand dollars in January to cover the growing need as the pandemic stretches on. The agency distributes daily through forty participating agencies, already surpassing one million diapers handed out two years ago. Pat Hoving, president, emphasizes continued effort despite strains on families with young children.
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Ottawa County Economy Outlook For 2022
West Michigan economist Paul Isely of Grand Valley State University told West Coast Chamber of Commerce members that 2022 would mirror 2021 with added complexities. He noted the economy is recovering from 2020’s deep drop, but inflation continues to weigh on consumers and some sectors still face challenges amid the ongoing pandemic.
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Seidman College of Business
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