Florida adds more than 10,800 new coronavirus cases
Danielle Prieur, WMFE
The Florida Department of Health reported 10,870 new coronavirus cases and 98 new coronavirus-related deaths on Thursday.
That brings the total number of COVID-19 cases in residents in the state to 1,012,456 and the death toll to 18,874 residents since the start of the pandemic.
Orange County continues to lead Central Florida with the most coronavirus cases. The county added 573 new cases today for a total of 59,791 resident cases since mid-March.
The percent positivity rate has risen to 8.19 percent.
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AdventHealth Doctors Encourage Central Floridians To Get Vaccinated When They Can
Danielle Prieur, WMFE
AdventHealth Dr. Victor Herrera says when the formal approval comes there will be more data about side effects. But based on preliminary studies, he says side effects of the vaccine have been mild. Read more here.
Marion County’s Annual Food Drive Comes to Ocala Downtown Square on Friday
Joe Byrnes, WMFE
Since 2011, Marion County has organized a huge food drive during the holiday season. Read more here.
Obama, Bush, Clinton Say They’re Willing To Get Coronavirus Vaccine On Camera
Jaclyn Diaz, NPR
Who better to promote a product than a former president? How about three? Read morehere.
The Salvation Army Orlando Says Red Kettle Donations Are Down This Holiday Season
Danielle Prieur, WMFE
Bells are ringing outside grocery stores, but fewer Central Floridians are dropping spare change in The Salvation Army’s Red Kettles this year. A pandemic and recession are to blame. Read morehere.
