Episode 20 features Shannon Snow, Pitmaster for Sonny's BBQ. He spoke with us about how his restaurant got involved in the FEED GNV pilot program, which is providing meals to some of the city’s most vulnerable residents during the coronavirus crisis This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida.
Read More »Coronavirus Evening Update: DeSantis Expected To Announce Economic Plan Next Week
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida's economic plan will consist of “silos” that will each address a different facet like restaurants, testing, large events, non-essential business and protective gear requirements.
Read More »‘I Feel The Difference In My Body’: Meat Alternatives Increasingly Consumed Amid Pandemic
Last month, a Nielsen report found that around the peak of the coronavirus on March 14, vegan meat sales increased by 279.8% compared to the year before.
Read More »DeSantis Putting Together Team To Address Economic Woes
Gov. Ron DeSantis is assembling a team to determine when and how the state can start to reopen after massive economic damage from the novel coronavirus, as influential business groups push for a restart. DeSantis is expected to have a task force in place by the end of the week …
Read More »Alachua County Handles Fire Rescue Budget Request Amid Coronavirus Emergency
In short, more people are now allowed into places like grocery stores.
Read More »Elder Options Provides Help To Seniors During COVID-19 Pandemic
Episode 19 features Kristen Griffis, Executive Director of Elder Options. She spoke about how her organization is using its Elder Helpline to provide groceries, access to health care, and more for seniors during the COVID-19 pandemic. This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida.
Read More »Gainesville Charter Review Commission Holds First Hearing — Virtually
The next two meetings will be streamed the next two Thursdays — April 23 and April 30, from 6 to 8 p.m.
Read More »Coronavirus Evening Update: DeSantis Announces Next Steps Toward Reopening State
Gov. Ron DeSantis said during a press conference Wednesday he is preparing for the next steps in the reopening of the state and what he plans to do with $173.6 million in coronavirus relief bill money.
Read More »Fried Wants Cabinet To Address COVID-19 Issues
DeSantis and the Cabinet haven’t held a meeting since Feb. 4, more than a month before the governor declared a state of emergency.
Read More »How Gainesville Churches, Food Banks Are Trying To Fill Needs During The Coronavirus Crisis
The coronavirus crisis has left many people without jobs, putting people in financially stressful situations and creating a higher demand for local food banks.
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