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Florida Providers See Increased Demand For Telehealth Visits

January 6, 2021 Coronavirus, Health and Science

In September, Florida first lady Casey DeSantis announced that the state Department of Education would spend $2 million to support the services in 18 rural school districts.

Food Banks And Pantries Facing High Demand Due To COVID-19

November 25, 2020 Florida Good

Food pantries and food banks alike are desperate for benevolence these days. COVID-19 has left millions more people nationwide at risk of food insecurity.

UF Continues To Face Backlash For Spring Reopening Plans

November 20, 2020 Coronavirus, Education

The protest held in front of Tigert Hall is among the string of complaints directed at UF’s administration.

Florida Just Passed A $15 Minimum Wage. Is The Time Right For A Big Nationwide Hike?

November 18, 2020 National, Statewide

Florida became the eighth state and the first in the South to adopt a $15 minimum wage. Replicating this in other states and on the federal level remains a challenge.

Florida Speaker Chris Sprowls Weighs In On Police, Patriotism

November 18, 2020 Government and politics

Sprowls’ views on law enforcement and patriotism were among a handful of issues the new speaker outlined during his remarks Tuesday.

Marion County Homeless Shelter Receives Over $250,000 In COVID-19 Funding

November 18, 2020 Coronavirus, Florida Good

The Marion County Board of Commissioners in September had approved a contract that gave $65,000 to IES. On Tuesday, the board added an extra $277,524 — over four times the original amount.

Florida Board Of Governors Discusses Students’ Mental Health

November 6, 2020 Coronavirus, Education

The board also appointed two new University of Florida trustees.

Marion County Real Estate Is Booming. Here Are The Factors Driving It

November 6, 2020 Business and development

Marion County's real estate boom can be explained by new job opportunities, new construction of real estate, historically low interest rates, and movement away from areas most affected by COVID-19.

Federal And State Law Enforcement Seek To Reduce Gun Crime In Alachua County Through Gainesville’s Gun Violence Initiative

November 6, 2020 Law and public safety

Gainesville’s initiative, established in April 2019, brought in the federal government to create a partnership between local, state and federal law enforcement to reduce gun violence in the area.