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IRON MOUNTAIN Dickinson County adopted a resolution Monday protesting “undue burdens” placed on businesses as a result of Michigan’s pandemic restrictions.
The board debated the topic during a Zoom meeting that featured a weak audio feed for some participants. The resolution was a late addition to the agenda and no copy was provided to The Daily News before the meeting or within hours after adjournment.
The action appears similar to a measure approved earlier this month in Delta County, declaring it a sanctuary county for businesses affected by COVID-19 shutdowns.
Likewise, the Dickinson board said it would not single out or harm any business owner that opens an establishment while taking responsible precautions.
The news was greeted with relief by the struggling industry, though with concern that tight capacity restrictions may make it difficult for some establishments to turn a profit.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer on Friday announced the end of the nearly two-month “pause” that banned indoor dining amid broader COVID restrictions on schools, workplaces and sporting events during a surge in cases.
The new order, from Robert Gordon, director of the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, lasts three weeks. Whitmer did not rule out that new restrictions could be enacted if the state’s coronavirus case counts climb as officials worry about a new, more transmissible variant that has been found among three people in Ann Arbor.
Appeal by Jimmy s Roadhouse & Brew Works thrown out of court
Suspension of restaurants liquor licenses remains in place
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By: Zac Harmon
and last updated 2021-01-21 13:54:45-05
WHITE CLOUD, Mich. â An appeal by two West Michigan restaurants to undo punishments for opening for in-person dining has been denied.
Jimmy s Roadhouse in Newaygo, and Brew Works from Fremont both asked a Newaygo County Judge to reverse a ruling by the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, stripping the two restaurants of their liquor licenses.
However the judge said he does not have jurisdiction to hear the appeal, and dismissed the case.
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January 19, 2021
A state of Michigan investigator entered Corky’s Beal City Tavern in Mount Pleasant on Jan. 8 and observed people drinking alcohol inside the premises.
Having customers inside drinking is in violation of the state lockdown that was imposed Nov. 18. Originally, a three-week pause that closed inside service to bars and restaurants, the lockdown has now entered its 63rd day as of Jan. 19.
The official report said the state investigator told owner Kirk Arndt that his place was in violation of the state order.
The report said, “Kirk Arndt, a member of the licensed entity, who was not wearing a mask. Mr. Arndt acknowledged that the MDHHS Gatherings and Face Mask Order is still in effect, but he indicated that he does not agree with it and is no longer going to comply with it.”
State suspends liquor licenses, permits of more businesses for violating epidemic order
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and last updated 2021-01-20 07:32:29-05
(WXYZ) â The Michigan Liquor Control Commission suspended liquor licenses and permits for businesses in Mt. Pleasant, Plymouth and Bitely.
The businesses had multiple violations of the current public health order, including: allowing non-residential, indoor gatherings; providing indoor dining; exceeding limitations for outdoor dining, and failure to require face coverings for staff and patrons.
Since September 2020, the MLCC has suspended liquor licenses of a total of 37 businesses for violation of public health orders.