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In the first hour of Wednesday’s event, 71 children were vaccinated. The time allotted for each patient was doubled to allow for children to calm their nerves.
Read More »More than 200 children vaccinated at UF Health’s first drive-up clinic
Florida GOP limits on vaccine mandates nears final passage
House lawmakers passed the bill on a party line vote after lengthy debate where Republicans said they were protecting workers from being fired over vaccination status and federal virus mandates.
Read More »After a few months of being open, a High Springs monoclonal antibody treatment site closes
While the free, state-run location will no longer provide monoclonal antibody infusions starting Friday, four other options for receiving the treatment will be available for Alachua County residents.
Read More »Florida lawmakers strip vaccine mandate from bill to provide disability, death payouts to first responders
The changes to the legislation – eliminating an entire section dealing with mandatory vaccinations – reflect the national debate over whether governments can require vaccinations for first responders.
Read More »Alachua County parents can opt out of having their public school students wear masks
This opt-out option will be used until Dec. 17. Once the winter break comes to an end, all mask wearing will once again be optional for all students of all ages.
Read More »COVID-19 virus positivity rates declining in Alachua and Marion counties
COVID-19 positivity rates continue to decrease in Alachua and Marion counties. The holiday season brings new concerns. Testing site coordinator Kathy Hall said, “I do expect to see an increase in that positivity rate for sure.”
Read More »See the data: Florida COVID-19 vaccination, infection rates
Data from the Florida Department of Health show that 56% of Floridians ages 12 to 19 are vaccinated. See where your county stands:
Read More »Gainesville Woman’s Club Seeks Donations
The Gainesville Woman’s Club is accepting donations. It suffered a loss of revenue due to the COVID-19 virus pandemic. It is home to non-profit, cultural and arts events. In the spring and summer, the legacy committee started collecting donations from community members. Approximately, $60,000 has been raised. Theresa Beachy, second …
Read More »Fresh Access Bucks program extends the unlimited match when you shop at local farms
Since the COVID-19 virus pandemic, the number of food-insecure individuals in the U.S. has risen to over 50 million. Fifty thousand people reside in seven different areas of Alachua County that are identified as food deserts. The USDA reports there are many ways to define a food desert, but there …
Read More »Local organizations plan breast cancer awareness ride
Blossoming Butterfly and Fo Sho Jewelry are hosting the first breast cancer awareness ride at Harley Davidson of Gainesville Saturday. Anyone is able to participate in raising awareness for the cause. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. Saturday.
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