Alachua County's unemployment rate for March was one of the lowest in the state. Co-owner of Cilantro Tacos credits the community's support of the local restaurant industry.
Read More »Crowds Pack U-Pick Blueberry Farms, Raise Safety Concerns
With the arrival of blueberry season, u-pick farms have become popular spots during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read More »School System Provides Children With Meals And Fresh Produce During COVID-19 Pandemic
Episode 25 features Maria Eunice, Director of Alachua County Public Schools Food and Nutritional Services. She rejoins the cast to discuss how much longer they can provide free meals, and what they're doing to help farmers and families in Alachua County. This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida.
Read More »‘I’m Definitely More Stressed’: Internet Issues Create Hardship For People Working, Learning From Home
Students and those attempting to work from home face hardships related to internet speed and access during the coronavirus pandemic.
Read More »Coronavirus Evening Update: First Alachua County Death, Re-Open Florida Task Force Holds Second Meeting
Gov. Ron DeSantis' Re-Open Florida Task Force met for a second time Wednesday morning. Members of the task force discussed the work being done in subcommittees in a press conference call Wednesday afternoon. The task force plans to have a hesitant guide to re-opening Florida by Friday.
Read More »Domestic Violence Victim Advocates Worry About Uptick In Cases Because Of COVID-19
Effects from the coronavirus could intensify domestic abuse, according to domestic violence victim advocate groups.
Read More »Hobbyists And Professionals Agree: No Need To Fear Bats
Buetow has three active bat houses on her Ocala property, and experts say there's no need to fear.
Read More »Newberry Retains All City Employees As It Adapts Services To Pandemic
Not one Newberry city employee has been laid off because of COVID-19. Some departments have taken on new roles during this crisis.
Read More »Non-Profits Pivot To Help In Pandemic
The Amazing Give Emergency Relief, using an online donation system, began March 19 and will continue until the end of this pandemic.
Read More »Florida Governor’s Task Force Lays Out Phases Of State’s Reopening Timeline
A plan is in place to reopen Florida and shock its economy back to life amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
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