COVID-19 Exposure Chart
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If you think you or one of your close contacts have been exposed to COVID-19, please refer to the chart below to determine your course of action. This chart has been provided by the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. For assistance filing an Unemployment claim due to COVID-19, please call Michigan Works! at 1-800-285-WORKS (9675).
Michigan Unemployment Insurance Guidance
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During the COVID-19 crisis, Michiganders are encouraged to file for Michigan Unemployment Insurance if their jobs have been affected by the pandemic. The filing process may seem daunting, but we are going to provide prospective claimants with guidance that may ease the anxiety and troubles they are encountering during these unsure times. MiWAM Toolkit for Claimants At this […]
Unemployment Insurance Agency Update 3/30/2020
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Information courtesy of the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Unemployment Benefits Increased and Expanded Governor Whitmer today has announced new programs for workers affected by COVID-19. The governor, under the federal CARES Act, signed an agreement between Michigan and the U.S. Dept. of Labor to implement Pandemic Unemployment Assistance and Compensation programs that grant […]
Michigan Unemployment Claim Filing Schedule
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As of Sunday, March 29th, Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency has implemented a schedule for claimants to file according to their last names. You can file your claim online at michigan.gov/uia, or by phone at 1-866-500-0017. Online Filing Schedule Those with last names that begin with A-L can file online on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Those with last names that begin with M-Z can […]
Small Business Assistance During COVID-19
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If you’re a small business in Michigan, you may be eligible for assistance. On the Update906 website, you’ll find information about eligibility and timelines regarding the MEDC Small Business Relief Program. The MEDC Small Business Relief Program grants are administered by 15 local and nonprofit economic development organizations and are intended to provide essential funds to keep Michigan small […]
UIA Michigan Employer Informational Webinar
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Video courtesy of the Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency’s Youtube channel. On March 26th, Michigan’s Unemployment Insurance Agency posted an informational webinar recording to their Youtube channel. You can view said video below. The aforementioned video pertains to the COVID-19 crisis and the changes and expansions being made to Michigan’s Unemployment system.
File for Unemployment Benefits between 8pm and 8am
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Press release provided by the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity Filing online remains the fastest way for Michiganders to apply for unemployment benefits at Michigan.gov/UIA. The Unemployment Insurance Agency urges Michiganders to file during off-peak hours to avoid longer load times. Users are asked to be patient and not click more than once to reload […]
Calumet Electronics Filling Rush Orders for Circuit Boards Used in Breathing Ventilators
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Article and video courtesy of TV 6 CALUMET, Mich. (WLUC) – Calumet Electronics is a printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturer located in the remote region of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Now, the company and its employees are working hard and playing a critical role in the fight against COVID-19. To view the entire article, and to watch the […]
Business Support During COVID-19 Outbreak
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Information courtesy of Update906.com In light of all that is transpiring as a result of COVID-19, economic development organizations from across the Upper Peninsula have come together to share the most relevant resources to help with workforce and financial impacts. For information about business resources during this outbreak, please visit update906.com at this link. To contact Upper […]
Wendy got ready to win.
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Wendy launches a new career in health care through Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! Wendy connected with Upper Peninsula Michigan Works! (UPMW) through a Rapid Response meeting for displaced Shopko employees. Wendy was a Retail Manager for Shopko when the company filed for bankruptcy and closed all their stores in the Upper Peninsula. Wendy was uncertain […]