Episode 13 features Director of the Lubavitch Chabad Jewish Community Center, Rabbi Berl Goldman. He spoke about what he is doing to make sure hundreds of Seder dinners are available in Gainesville to help Jews celebrate Passover in isolation. This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida.
Read More »Coronavirus By The Numbers: Cases Climb During Holy Week
The daily breakdown of coronavirus cases, death and hospitalizations in Florida.
Read More »Virus During Holy Week: How The Faithful Are Managing
Holy Week will look different across Florida, as spiritual communities opt for at-home religious services amid coronavirus.
Read More »How The University of Florida Is Responding To The COVID-19 Pandemic
Episode 12 features University of Florida Spokesperson Steve Orlando who gives an update on the status of the university during the COVID-19 pandemic and what is being done for students who couldn't return home. This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north-central Florida. This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida.
Read More »Alachua County Jail Take Precautions For COVID-19
Episode 11 features Alachua County Sheriff's Office Public Information Officer Frank Kinsey. Kinsey spoke about how all inmates at the county jail are fully aware of the COVID-19 outbreak and the jail is following all necessary protocols to protect both guards and inmates. This podcast serves to provide updates on Florida's response to coronavirus, with a particular focus on north central Florida.
Read More »As Drought Adds To COVID-19 Woes, A Reminder To Conserve Water During Florida’s Dry Season
Alachua County had only 0.99 inches of rain in March, according to Fay Baird, the senior hydrologist of the Suwannee River Water Management District. This is less than 25% of what was expected for March, making it one of the driest Marches on record since 1932.
Read More »The Final Blow: Pandemic Shuts The Door Permanently At Florida Dog Track
Sanford Orlando Kennel Club had planned to stay open until June. But now, in two short days, everything would be over.
Read More »Galvano Says Cuts To State Budget Shouldn’t Be Necessary
In his memorandum to senators, Galvano says fiscal responsibility in prior years, a budget reserve of over $2 billion, and anticipated federal aid should protect the state from the need for cuts.
Read More »Gainesville Congregations Move Religious Services Online
Though going to church is listed as an essential activity under Gov. DeSantis' executive order, many congregations have moved their services online.
Read More »How Florida Agriculture Has Been Affected By COVID-19
The state Department of Agriculture will continue to work to help farmers that have been affected by COVID-19.
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