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Sunday, April 26, 2020

'Small step' to re-open Florida & How to message governor's task force

Re-opening Florida will start with 'a very small step,' DeSantis says

The governor addressed health and economic issues surrounding the reopening of Florida at a Saturday news conference.

With unemployment rising, coronavirus, Central Florida officials fear rise in suicides

As more people lose their jobs because of the crumbling economy and fears of the coronavirus, Central Florida officials become concerned about a rise in mental health calls.

Here's how you can send your opinion to Gov. DeSantis' Re-Open Florida Task Force

An electronic "comment card" can be submitted to members of Gov. Ron DeSantis's task force on re-opening the Florida economy.

Theme parks' post-pandemic world: 5 changes to expect

Change is barreling toward Orlando's theme parks and attractions, thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. Adjustments will be made in many ways --— perhaps in every way --— experts and analysts say.

Florida coronavirus update for Saturday: State infection rates drop; worldwide deaths near 200K

As Florida continues discussing how and when the state will reopen, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced an online portal where residents can give feedback, as the state's coronavirus death toll reached 1,055 with 30,839 cases.

Orange schools announce virtual graduations; in-person ceremonies still possible but 'unlikely'

The Orange County school district Friday announced plans for virtual high school graduation ceremonies in June and, if possible, in-person ceremonies in school football stadiums in late July.

Florida man put laxatives in boy's medication, deputies say

A Florida man who inserted laxatives into a teen boy's medication was arrested and charged with child abuse and neglect, deputies said.

Man guilty of sending dead rat to ex-wife in Florida

According to a criminal complaint, the man engaged in a four-year-long campaign of harassment against his ex-wife through text messages, photographs, videos and mailings. At one point, he mailed a package to her home containing a dead rat and black rose.

Restaurants have long record of stepping up in tough times

The past few weeks have given us plenty of time to miss our favorite restaurants, present and past, and to reflect on the big role they've played in our lives. Orlando's restaurants and other businesses have a long record of public service, as evidenced by one example, from just after World War II.