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“It’s not a great time for the arts in general,” said Julie Campitelli of the Hippodrome State Theatre.
Read More »Florida, U.S. Theater And Movie Houses Struggling Because Of Coronavirus Outbreak
I Tried To Get Tested For COVID-19 In Alachua County. Here’s What Happened.
It was something I hadn’t known to be afraid of — to not be able to breathe comfortably, and not know where to get care.
Read More »It’s Still OK And Even More Necessary To Give Blood During Coronavirus Outbreak, Blood Banks Say
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration released a statement on Thursday reassuring people that blood donation is both safe and needed during this outbreak.
Read More »Many Of Florida’s Bar And Restaurant Owners Shut Their Doors, Laid Off Staff This Week
They’re calling on lawmakers for help.
Read More »DeSantis Shuts Down Restaurant Dining
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday issued an executive order that blocks restaurants statewide from serving food in their dining rooms.
Read More »Does Climate Have A Role In The Spread Of COVID-19?
A region’s climate could play a role in the spread of COVID-19, but there are less than three months of data for scientists to work with.
Read More »U.S. Orders Up To A Yearlong Break On Mortgage Payments
The federal government is telling lenders to lower or suspend mortgage payments for up to 12 months for homeowners who have lost income due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Read More »Alachua County Animal Services Urge People To Foster Amid Coronavirus Outbreak
“I just feel like it's a win-win," the shelter manager said. "You get to help a dog in need, and you get company while you're home.”
Read More »Gainesville City Leaders Host Telephone Town Hall Meeting To Address COVID-19 Questions
Gainesville, like the rest of the United States, is currently in the prevention phase of the pandemic.
Read More »Colleges And Students React To News That Four UF Students Test Positive For COVID-19
More than 13,000 UF students had signed a petition urging UF to temporarily transition from the standard A-E letter grading system to a pass-fail option for students in the wake of the virus.
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