Government + Politics

Covid-19

DeSantis calls for probe into Florida unemployment problems; Scott says jobless being paid too much

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 30, 2020

The Center Square — Florida U.S. Sen. Rick Scott insists the $600 weekly federal unemployment compensation provided under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) […]

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Prescribed burn today at Payne’s Prairie

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 29, 2020

The Paynes Prairie State Park is conducting a 54-acre prescribed burn near the area of US 441 and CR 234 in Alachua County. The burn started […]

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Newberry Electric providing rate relief to customers

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 28, 2020

In a continuing effort to provide financial relief during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Newberry City Commission approved a reduction to the power cost adjustment (PCA) rate […]

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DeSantis: Florida’s ‘slow and steady’ reopening to unfold in ‘baby steps’

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 28, 2020

The Center Square – Gov. Ron DeSantis’ safer-at-home order expires Thursday, and the Re-Open Florida Task Force has submitted proposals on how nonessential businesses can reopen.  […]

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In a time when resources need to be prioritized, GNV Cares package should focus on those in the most need

Mainstreet Daily News

Apr 27, 2020

I should be overjoyed about the GNVCares package that was passed last week.  I’m not and here’s why.  With every decision, every dollar, every conversation we have […]

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Tampa hospitals poised to open May 11th

Suzette Cook

Apr 27, 2020

 As the May 8th deadline for executive order that shut down Florida approaches, Gov. Ron DeSantis is methodically visiting the largest hospital systems in the state […]

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

Mainstreet Daily News

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. […]

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

Reggie Connell

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 […]

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

Mainstreet Daily News

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 […]

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Elected officials are people too and essential personnel in this crisis

Suzette Cook

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. […]