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Coronavirus Updates

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) map shows counties at high risk for COVID-19 in red, medium risk in yellow and low risk in green. Okeechobee County (medium risk in yellow) is outlined.

Palm Beach County at high risk from COVID-19

The COVID-19 virus is spreading again in Florida, according to data shared June 3 by the Florida Department of Health.

New covid positivity in Florida at 3.8%

TALLAHASSEE – For the week of April 1-7, Florida’s new COVID-19 positivity rate was 3.8%.

FDOH issues new guidance on COVID-19 vaccines for children

The Florida Department of Health (Department) is the first state in the nation to issue guidance stating that healthy...

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Human Interest

Adopt a pet: Meet Chopper

Just look at my mug of a face!

Adopt a pet: Tessie is irresistible

Hi peeps, look into my sweet loving eyes what do you see? Unconditional love.

Can you guess why they call me Sweetheart?

Adopt a pet: They call me Sweetheart for more than one reason

Woof Bow-Wow just take a gander at me!! I am beautiful. Don't you agree?

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C-44 reservoir to store local basin runoff

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C-44 reservoir to be used this wet season

Port Mayaca and Moore Haven Locks to close for duration of tropical storm

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Community News

Food safety questions you’ve had at a barbeque but were too afraid to ask

To prevent food poisoning at your next barbeque, Schneider answers some common food safety questions.

Five money-saving tips for grocery shoppers

“Yes, you can make and prepare healthy, easy foods and meals without spending a lot of money,” said Dr. Sharon Austin...

Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum announces June & July events

The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum located at 500 Captain Armour’s Way in Jupiter will hold the following events in June and July:

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Government

U.S. Postal Service has delivered more than 270 million COVID-19 test kits

On March 2, the United States Postal Service announced that it has delivered more than 270 million COVID-19 test kits to American households...

FDA warns consumers not to use certain powdered infant formula

On Feb. 17, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced it is investigating consumer complaints ...

FDOH warns of COVID-19 Testing scams

Now more than ever, residents should rely on trusted sources of information for access to COVID-19 testing, vaccinations ...

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Schools

Anthony Boyer named Indiantown High School executive director

Indian River State College (IRSC) has appointed Anthony Boyer as executive director/principal of Indiantown High School...

Workforce partnership tackling worker shortage on the Treasure Coast

Indian River State College and its workforce and economic development partners have identified a growing skills gap...

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Wildlife & Environment

FAU marine science trailblazer receives Lifetime Achievement Award

Florida Atlantic University’s Shirley Pomponi, Ph.D., an ocean explorer, aquanaut and marine biotechnologist...

Scientists study spiders that targets mosquitoes

For a creature that – legs and all – might be no larger than a pencil eraser, spiders continue to surprise researchers...

“Baby Season” underway at the Audubon Center for Birds of Prey

Spring has arrived and, while it is a great time for spring cleaning around the yard, it is important to keep an eye out for injured baby raptors.

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Opinion

Struggling with your mental health? You’re not alone.

If you’re struggling with your mental health right now, remember: You’re not alone. One in five U.S. adults...

Doctor: True or false? Learn to stay safe in the summer sun

With summer officially here, as an Arizonan, you’re likely looking for ways to continue enjoying the outdoors while also staying cool...

First bipartisan gun control bill in a generation signed into law: 3 essential reads on what it means

President Joe Biden signed into law on June 25 a bipartisan bill that is the first significant change in federal gun legislation in nearly three decades.

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Agriculture

UF/IFAS to update best management practices for key Florida crops

UF/IFAS received $8.8 million to conduct new research that will provide farmers with new and improved...

Invasive plants can threaten native species by changing seasonal animal behavior

Invasive plants are known for negatively affecting ecosystems by outcompeting native plants.

Brewers savor the candy flavor of some Florida-grown hops

Brewers like the flavor and aroma that come from Florida-grown Cascade hops, says a University of Florida Extension agent.

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Weather

AARP Florida announces Disaster Preparedness Resources

On May 2, AARP Florida announced a variety of AARP resources available to Floridians as they prepare for Hurricane Season ...

Officials warn Floridians to get ready for hurricane season

Emergency preparedness officials on Wednesday warned Floridians not to get complacent during the upcoming hurricane season, particularly in coastal areas that haven't …

Feb. 11 is Temperature Extremes and Wildfire Awareness Day

Although a mild and sunny climate is one of South Florida’s greatest natural assets, extremes of heat and cold ...

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Health

Yoga for Life: An affirmation of a yoga lesson

Freedom First budget signing ensures a healthier future for Floridians

Yoga for Life

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Nation & World

How a favela in Rio got its clean water back, for $42,300

RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — Butterflies and waxbills flit through the Enchanted Valley just outside Rio de Janeiro’s Tijuca Forest National Park. There are fruit trees, a nearby waterfall and a …

Pope, unable to go to Congo, embraces Congolese in Rome

VATICAN CITY (AP) — Pope Francis greeted members of the Congolese community in Rome, borrowing words from their native languages Sunday to wish them peace and joy during an especially vibrant …

Heavy rains, floods prompt evacuations of Sydney suburbs

SYDNEY (AP) — Thousands of residents in Sydney suburbs were told to evacuate their homes on Sunday after heavy rains caused floodwaters to rise and rivers to overflow in what authorities called …

Russia claims capture of pivotal city in eastern Ukraine

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russia's defense minister said Russian forces took control Sunday of the last major Ukrainian-held city in Ukraine's Luhansk province, bringing Moscow closer to its stated goal …

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