What’s allowed to reopen in Michigan and what isn’t?

Traverse City begins to reopen after coronavirus pandemic shutdown

Beer orders are filled at Right Brain Brewery in Traverse City on Friday, May 22, 2020. Restaurants and shops in parts of northern Michigan began to reopen Friday after Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's coronavirus pandemic stay-at-home order. (Cory Morse | MLive.com)Cory Morse | MLive.com

UPDATE: This story and the scorecard below have been updated to reflect the changes from Executive Orders 114 and 115 from June 5, which announced more reopening of some sectors of Michigan’s economy.

Shopping in nonessential stores, getting a dental checkup and gathering in groups of 10 people and fewer – none of these were allowed in Michigan a week ago.

But as the state starts to ease restrictions all three are now permitted.

Michigan has more than 100 executive orders, some of which are accompanied by "frequently-asked-questions" pages to clear up discrepancies. Many of them have been extended, replaced or rolled back on.

Instead of making residents wade through the orders for answers, MLive has created a scorecard of what's allowed and what is not.

The scorecard includes new changes from Friday, June 5, when Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ended the stay-at-home order and relaxed some other restrictions.

One change from Monday’s new orders: Michigan had previously listed exceptions in orders for which activities could open, but the new format allows for all activities except the ones explicitly mentioned in the order, Whitmer said.

There are many caveats, however – like how social gatherings are allowed, but with certain limits depending on whether they’re indoor or outdoor.

Here’s a look at what the orders and FAQ pages spell out, about which entertainment, service and workforce activities are able to restart. If you’re viewing this on mobile and the chart doesn’t show up below, click here.

COVID-19 PREVENTION TIPS

In addition to washing hands regularly and not touching your face, officials recommend practicing social distancing, assuming anyone may be carrying the virus.

Health officials say you should be staying at least 6 feet away from others and working from home, if possible.

Use disinfecting wipes or disinfecting spray cleaners on frequently-touched surfaces in your home (door handles, faucets, countertops) and carry hand sanitizer with you when you go into places like stores.

Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has also issued an executive order requiring people to wear face coverings over their mouth and nose while inside enclosed, public spaces.

Additional information is available at Michigan.gov/Coronavirus and CDC.gov/Coronavirus.

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