LANSING, MI (WKZO AM/FM) – Tuesday, Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced Michigan has reached the next step in the Vacc to Normal plan. As of June 1, capacity limits are lifted for outdoor events and residential gatherings.
Additionally, indoor capacity limits will increase to 50%, allowing indoor social gatherings such as weddings and funerals to move closer to normalcy. Face masks will only be required for individuals who are not yet fully vaccinated indoors.
“Because so many Michiganders did their part and stepped up to get vaccinated, we are able to return to normal more quickly,” Governor Whitmer said in a statement. “Our state is closer and closer to being back to normal. Now, Michiganders may celebrate saf
Lt. Governor Garlin Gilchrist also released a statement.
“This pandemic has been so difficult for so many Michiganders. We’ve made incredible sacrifices for the good of public health and the safety of our friends, family, and communities,” Gilchrist said. “This vaccine is helping our small businesses reopen their doors. It’s allowing our economy to come back stronger than ever and allows for a sense of normalcy to return for families across our state. I hope that this news is an added incentive for those on the fence about getting a vaccine. I will remain focused on encouraging every Michigander to make a vaccine appointment if they haven’t already. This is how we move forward, together.”
According to state data, as of Tuesday, over 8.3 million COVID vaccine doses have been administered.
