Four Florida inmates on ventilators, 12 others hospitalized due to COVID-19

At least 16 Florida inmates who have tested positive for COVID-19 have been hospitalized, including four prisoners who are on ventilators, state corrections officials told The News Service of Florida on Thursday.

More young people getting COVID-19
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More than 1,900 new coronavirus cases were recorded in Florida on Friday. New data is showing that more children are testing positive too.

COVID-19 survivors warning others to take virus seriously
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Florida hit its daily record high with 1,902 new cases and 29 more deaths Friday. COVID-19 survivors are now asking people to continue to follow guidelines.

Supporting local black-owned businesses
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One way to help local restaurants during protests is to order a meal on location.

Coronavirus cases continue to rise
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Some are worrying that a steady rise in coronavirus cases could mean another quarantine. The state saw a daily record high on Friday with 1,900 new cases of COVID-19. Gov. Ron DeSantis says that is partially due to increased testing.

Governor DeSantis announces plan to reopen schools at full capacity in the fall

By August, the traditional start of the academic year, Governor DeSantis wants to have schools reopen at full capacity for students to learn in a safe environment.

Hot weather makes it hard to tolerate face mask
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Time and time again, we've been told to wear masks during the coronavirus pandemic. Now that summer has arrived, many find it too uncomfortable. Doctors still recommend the face coverings unless there is an underlying condition.

Interest growing in community colleges during pandemic
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College dreams have been put on hold by many due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, many students are turning to local community colleges as an alternative to the traditional university.

Disney World releases safety guidelines for hotels ahead of reopening

Disney will begin to reopen select Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground starting on June 22. The parks will officially begin reopening in July. 

Petition launched to reopen nursing homes
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Visitors are still banned at nursing homes, but one Windermere resident has started a petition to reopen them.

Florida gas prices expected to top $2 gallon

With coronavirus-related restrictions lifting and Floridians beginning to travel more, gasoline prices are the most expensive they have been in nine weeks.