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Covid-19

Florida insurance chief: Pandemics not covered under most business interruption policies

Apr 27, 2020
The Center Square – Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier delivered some good news and some bad news Friday to business leaders planning the state’s post-pandemic recovery. […]
Covid-19

The impossible task of political fundraising in the time of COVID-19

Apr 27, 2020
There will always be conflicting viewpoints and realities in politics. Voters support term limits. It’s a rare issue that crosses political boundaries. Everyone wants to see […]
Government + Politics

When will Alachua County businesses re-open? Board Chair weighs-in

Apr 27, 2020
 The Alachua County Board of Commissioners Chair Robert Hutchinson released a statement last night that outlines his thoughts on re-opening Alachua County:    “Everybody is trying […]
Government + Politics

Elected officials are people too and essential personnel in this crisis

Apr 27, 2020
Online meetings via Zoom and social media live video feeds have increased the viewerships of City and County Commission meetings, as well as State press conferences. […]
Government + Politics

Re-Open Florida Task Force launches public comments portal; FDOH announces daily updates

Apr 26, 2020
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. In an effort to keep Florida residents and visitors safe and aware regarding the status of the […]
Government + Politics

Florida Department of Health upgrades its dashboard

Apr 26, 2020
The Florida Department of Health announced that, in order to provide more comprehensive data, the Department will now release this report on COVID-19 cases in Florida […]
Government + Politics

COVID-19 case spike clouds Florida’s evolving reopening plans

Apr 25, 2020
The Center Square – The Florida Department of Health reported Friday afternoon 1,046 people in the state have died from COVID-19, while 4,817 are hospitalized and […]
Government + Politics

Governor wants licensed pharmacists to administer COVID-19 tests

Apr 25, 2020
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said he wants to advance testing in the State and that includes a plan to allow pharmacists to administer COVID-19 tests.  “It’s […]
Government + Politics

County Commission postpones letter of intent to give acreage to U.S. Army

Mar 2, 2020
The Alachua Board of County Commissioners agreed to postpone a letter of intent to donate 103 acres to the U.S. Army and revisit the item at […]
Government + Politics

Building an equitable Gainesville is Poe’s goal

Mar 1, 2020
At an iconic museum designed to preserve a part of Gainesville’s past, Mayor Lauren Poe talked about the future. “Our diversity is one of our greatest […]
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