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Safety protocols at Clinton Transit go beyond Mask Mandate<\/strong><\/p>\n

Mask mandates issued at the federal level don\u2019t require a change in protocol for Clinton Transit. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the public transit agency serving Clinton County residents has been implementing a variety of health and safety protocols to keep passengers and drivers safe, including masks at all times.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe safety of our riders and operators has always been our top priority,\u201d says MaLissa Schutt, Executive Director of Clinton Transit. \u201cThat has always meant making sure our vehicles were well-maintained and our drivers were well-trained \u2013 but in the wake of COVID-19, our commitment to safety has expanded to include practices like mask wearing, physical distancing and increased disinfecting.\u201d<\/p>\n

Clinton Transit has required all operators and passengers to wear masks at all times while on the buses since April 2020. In addition, the agency has installed plexiglass barriers to separate operators and passengers, and has remained fare-free to eliminate the need for contact during the transfer of money or passes.<\/p>\n

During the middle and at the end of each shift, all contact points in the transit vehicles are wiped down, and all transit vehicles are treated with electrostatic disinfection applications on Tuesdays and Fridays.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know how important it is for public transit to keep people connected to essential services like medical care, grocery shopping, employment and more,\u201d says Schutt. \u201cWhen you see a Blue Bus on the road, you can be confident that we\u2019re doing all we can to keep people safe.\u201d<\/p>\n

Executive Order 13998, issued by President Joe Biden on January 21, 2021, directs relevant regulatory authorities to require masks on all forms of public transportation in compliance with guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As a result, the CDC issued a transportation-based mask requirement order, effective February 1, 2021. Exceptions to the mask mandate include children under two years of age and individuals who cannot wear a mask due to a disability. More information is available through the U.S Department of Transportation.<\/p>\n

Since the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) and Governor Gretchen Whitmer have had mask mandates in place in Michigan since last spring, the federal requirements represent no change for public transit agencies like Clinton Transit.<\/p>\n

Clinton Transit is a public transit system that keeps people connected throughout Clinton County. Fondly known as the Blue Bus, Clinton Transit\u2019s demand response system responds to ride requests and provides safe, reliable transportation for all county residents. Learn more at clintontransit.com<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n

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SJHS Teatre moves on to the Regionals<\/strong><\/p>\n

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St. Johns Competition Theatre placed 2nd at their virtual District Competition with their presentation of The Internet is Distract- Oh Look a Kitten!<\/em> on Saturday, January 23.<\/p>\n

Excellence awards were earned by:
\n– Halie Riojas for set logo painting
\n– Jacob Campbell for multi-character acting
\n– Pierce Hansen for multi-character acting
\n– Abby Kloha for multi-character acting
\n– Parker Lee for multi-character acting
\n– Ella Koenigsknecht for multi-character acting<\/p>\n

Superior awards were earned by the entire ensemble cast<\/p>\n

Their next competition was scheduled for Regionals on February 6.<\/p>\n

Buy your On-Demand pass to see “The Internet is Distract-OH LOOK A KITTEN!” now at https:\/\/sjdrama.anywhereseat.com\/<\/span><\/a>. Passes are $10 per household and will allow you to watch the show once anytime until February 14, 2021 at your convenience.<\/p>\n

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Sparrow COVID-19 vaccine distribution update<\/strong><\/p>\n

As of midnight Thursday, Sparrow had distributed or allocated 29,650 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine after beginning administration of the vaccine last week to members of the public in the 1B group (70 and older, per the recommendation of the Ingham County Health Department) and to essential workers.<\/p>\n

Sparrow will schedule clinics based on the weekly allotment we receive. The Sparrow Laboratories Drive-Thru Services Site is located at 3131 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing.<\/p>\n

Those who fit the criteria (as defined by the state of Michigan) can get more information at www.Sparrow.org\/Vaccine. Besides older adults, the 1B group includes frontline essential workers, such as law enforcement, firefighters, shelter workers, teachers and child care workers. Vaccines are by appointment only.<\/p>\n

There will be no charge to the public for the vaccine. All administrative costs, for staffing and supplies, will be billed to insurance. Patients will not be billed for any balance not covered by insurance and those without insurance will not be charged.<\/p>\n

Sparrow has received a total of 29,950 vaccine doses and 99 percent of them have been used or allocated, including those set aside for upcoming clinics. That includes 2,450 for Sparrow Clinton Hospital, 1,900 for Sparrow Ionia, 1,400 for Sparrow Eaton, and 800 for Sparrow Carson.<\/p>\n

Sparrow has been a national leader in COVID-19 patient care and testing, becoming one of the first hospitals in Michigan to offer tests for inpatients and using innovative processes to increase access and availability. Our Frandor drive-thru site alone has processed over 100,000 tests.<\/p>\n

Sparrow has also been nationally recognized for its innovative COVID patient visitation policy in which a family member or friend is allowed to visit patients on a limited basis wearing personal protective equipment and following strict safety procedures.<\/p>\n

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Kindergarten registration set for March 11<\/strong><\/p>\n

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St. Johns Public Schools are registering kindergarten students for the 2021-2022 school year. This also includes the Young 5 Kindergarten students.<\/p>\n

Click here to sign up<\/span><\/a> for an appointment to register your child.<\/p>\n

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LAFCU offers $10K in college scholarships,\u00a0$2K in charity donations <\/strong><\/p>\n

LAFCU is accepting applications for its unique 2021 Write to Educate Essay Contest beginning Feb. 1. The contest awards $10,000 in college scholarships and donates $2,000 to charities in the names of the winners.
\nFour high school seniors will each receive a $2,500 scholarship to an accredited Michigan college or university beginning fall 2021. Each winner selects a charity to receive a $500 donation from LAFCU. The entry deadline is March 31, 2021.<\/p>\n

Applicants are asked to write a one-page essay that examines the long-term effects of the coronavirus pandemic on society, addressing such topics as human interaction, education, the economy, tourism, etc. Winning essays will be published in the Lansing State Journal, community sponsor of the contest.<\/p>\n

\u201cEvery Michigan high school senior qualifies for this contest because winner selection is based solely on their one-page essay,\u201d said Kelli Ellsworth Etchison, LAFCU chief marketing officer and chief diversity officer. \u201cThis supports the LAFCU belief that education is key to community success and that higher education should be within reach of anyone with the passion to pursue it.<\/p>\n

\u201cThrough the essay, we\u2019re asking applicants to examine how the pandemic will likely affect our way of life going forward. Gauging the future is an essential life skill. It\u2019s the first step in assessing how they might fit into that future, which may influence their educational choices.\u201d<\/p>\n

Each winner will select one of the following charities to receive a $500 donation from LAFCU:
\n\u2022 CASA for Kids Inc.
\n\u2022 Weekend Survival Kits
\n\u2022 Girls on the Run Mid Michigan<\/p>\n

Applicants must be a student at a Michigan high school and do not need to be a LAFCU member. The Lansing-based credit union is chartered to serve people and businesses throughout Michigan.<\/p>\n

Information is at www.lafcu.com\/writetoeducate<\/span><\/a> where entries can also be uploaded.<\/p>\n

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Next blood drive is April 5<\/strong>
\nby Maralyn Fink<\/p>\n

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On Monday February 1 the American Red Cross held a Blood Drive at Colombian Hall from 12 – 6 p.m. A total of 76 units of blood were collected.<\/p>\n

A big thank you to all the donors, the volunteers, everyone who provided the sandwiches as well as
\nMancinos, McDonalds, Dersheys the Knights of Columbus for the use of the hall. It is greatly appreciated.<\/p>\n

The next Drive will be Monday, April 5. Hope to see you at that time. Thanks for Giving!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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