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Alachua and Marion counties are faring well, while others are slightly lagging.
Read More »‘Difficult, Because It’s New’: Marion County Trying To Cope With Virtual Learning Problems
The district is working on resolving technical issues through a task force.
Read More »Democrats Ask Full Court To Hear Fight Over How Florida Orders Candidates On Ballots
Democratic Party organizations want a full federal appeals court to take up a challenge to a Florida law that determines how candidates are listed on election ballots.
Read More »Despite COVID-19 Hurdles, Alachua County Exceeds Its 2010 Census Self-Response Rate
Alachua County and Gainesville officials have continued to promote and encourage residents to fill out the census, in spite of the obstacles of COVID-19.
Read More »The Point, Sept. 28, 2020: State Will No Longer Limit Florida Bars And Restaurants To 50% Indoor Capacity
The governor issued the relaxed order on Friday.
Read More »Fall’s First Strong Front Arrives Early This Year in Florida
The first strong front of the fall season is set to arrive in Florida this week, with widespread showers and thunderstorms marking its arrival.
Read More »Florida’s Governor Lifts All COVID-19 Restrictions On Businesses Statewide
Restaurants and bars in the state can now operate at full capacity. However, Gov. Ron DeSantis says local governments can keep limits in place if they're justified for health or economic reasons.
Read More »‘People Are Under Pressure’: Depression, Mental Illness Increase During Pandemic
The pandemic has exacerbated pre-existing cases of mental illness, causing an influx of new patients and crisis calls, area mental health providers and advocates say.
Read More »The Point, Sept. 25, 2020: Williston Faith Leaders Push For Racial Unity During A Difficult Moment For The City
Pastor Johnnie Jones led a prayer vigil this week.
Read More »Kickflips And COVID: Skating Makes A Comeback In Gainesville
Skating has surged in popularity over the coronavirus pandemic, with searches for “how to skateboard” and “how to roller skate” both hitting a 5-year peak in May, according to Google Trends.
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