Tuesday, March 24, 2020

DeSantis requests Trump declare Major Disaster & Central Floridians crushed to miss milestone celebrations

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Florida coronavirus update: DeSantis requests Trump declare Major Disaster, orders some visitors from NY, NJ to self-quarantine for 14 days; Statewide infections over 1,200

The latest on coronavirus in Florida, including Gov. Ron DeSantis requesting President Donald Trump declare a Major Disaster in Florida; DeSantis ordering some visitors to self-quarantine after traveling from New York, New Jersey; and statewide cases pass 1,200, with 18 reported deaths.

DeSantis says he's not ready to order all Floridians to stay home because of coronavirus

DeSantis was at The Villages on Monday for the first day of a new drive-through testing site in the center of the huge senior community – one unique in the entire country, he said, in that it will mostly be testing people with little or no symptoms.

Central Floridians crushed to miss milestone celebrations

Important milestones like weddings, graduation ceremonies and funerals have been disrupted as health officials discourage large gatherings to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

New UCF president could get $600K annual pay

Incoming UCF President Alexander Cartwright could be entitled to an annual salary of $600,000 -- 20 percent more than his predecessor's pay -- according to a proposed five-year contract.

Disney passholder who lost $7,500 in work seeks relief but doesn't get it

Suddenly losing work, one Orlando resident says he's worried he can't afford his Disney annual pass. It's suddenly the equivalent of paying his electric bill.

For cops, coronavirus the latest threat of disease | Commentary

Police have always been on the front line in protecting the public. But what's it like protecting a public that's increasingly infected with coronavirus?

In controlling the coronavirus spread, a failure of leadership | Editorial

The coronavirus crisis has been marked by a lack of leadership at a time when America and Florida needed it the most.

Will proposed cash payouts help the homeless? | Commentary

A plan to boost the U.S. economy during the coronavirus outbreak may include cash payouts to all Americans, but how will such payouts reach and support the homeless community?

Who's hiring? Publix, Walmart, CVS and others add jobs as coronavirus causes layoffs

Grocery stores are adding thousands of jobs and giving out bonuses to hourly workers.

Coronavirus prompts acts of kindness in Central Florida

As the coronavirus pandemic worsens, some Central Floridians are performing acts of kindness.

Enjoy virtual face time more with these fun activities

As more people turn to video chat as a way of bridging the gap social distancing creates, here are some ideas for virtual activities to enjoy.

Magic coach Steve Clifford stresses importance of everyone doing their part to combat coronavirus outbreak

When Magic coach Steve Clifford looks at how people are responding to the coronavirus outbreak, he said he sees overall personal responsibility falling short of where it needs to be.

Dr. Phillips alum Ha Ha Clinton-Dix can't wait to wear Dallas Cowboys helmet

Dr. Phillips alum Ha Ha Clinton-Dix grew up in a family of Cowboys fans and can't wait to suit up for Dallas after signing a one-year contract with the team.

Central Florida coronavirus cases county-by-county

A county-by-county look at positive coronavirus cases including Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake, Volusia, Brevard, Polk and Sumter counties.

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