DETROIT – On Thursday, Michigan health officials issued a new COVID-19 emergency order that included stricter regulations on restaurants and gatherings. Under the new order, no more than 50 people can gather indoors unless there is fixed seating. Also, restaurants, bars and other indoor non-residential locations cannot allow more than six people at a table. Read: Michigan issues new COVID-19 emergency order with stricter rules for restaurants, gatheringsRead: How ‘incredibly concerning’ COVID-19 cases are trending in each of Michigan’s 8 regionsFor Matt Buskard, owner of Bobcat Bonnie’s in Corktown and Ferndale, he’s put up ventilated tents for increased safety and capacity. Read: Here’s how the new COVID-19 emergency order affects Michigan gatheringsRead: Here’s how the new COVID-19 emergency order affects Michigan restaurants and bars

But are Michigan voters required to wear face masks to the polls? The answer is no, Michigan voters are not required to wear face masks while voting in person for the General Election on November 3. Michigan voters who feel uncomfortable voting in person amid the pandemic now have the option to vote by mail using an absent voter ballot. The state of Michigan mailed absentee voting applications to all registered Michigan voters in May for this year’s August and November elections. There is still time for Michigan voters to request a mail-in ballot for the General Election on November 3.

With local and state emergency health orders coming and going throughout Michigan in recent weeks, it can be hard to keep track of what’s required and where. After the Michigan Supreme Court ruled a 1945 law unconstitutional earlier this month, a number of emergency orders issued by Gov. In response, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) -- along with several local health departments -- have issued new emergency orders designed to help prevent the spread of coronavirus. Even if you’ve been following the unfolding situation, some emergency orders have been changed, replaced or rescinded in a matter of days. Is there anything you’re unsure about when it comes to local and state emergency health orders in Michigan?