Rain, shine or socially distanced: Michiganders still find ways to celebrate Memorial Day weekend

DETROIT – Memorial Day Weekend is commonly seen as the unofficial start of summer and it’s usually spent with friends and family at barbecues, pools or on the lake -- but this year is different.

May 23, 2020 -- Michigan coronavirus (COVID-19) cases up to 54,365; Death toll now at 5,223 with 33,168 recoveries reported

Michiganders are still finding ways to celebrate the weekend amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Experts say staying outdoors is a good idea and they continue to recommend social distancing, masks and gathering in small groups.

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You can watch Victor Williams’ full story in the video above.


About the Author

Victor Williams joined Local 4 News in October of 2019 after working for WOIO in Cleveland, OH, WLOX News in Biloxi, MS, and WBBJ in Jackson, TN. Victor developed a love for journalism after realizing he was a great speaker and writer at an early age.

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