Created by Zappos.com, Zappos Adaptive offers functional and wearable products for people of all abilities, making it easier for them to get dressed. The Single and Different Size Shoes Test Program allows people to purchase one shoe or different sized… read more
Amanda Roland
Learn More About Whitewater Rafting
Whitewater Rafting is a high-intensity water activity that involves an inflatable boat (raft), a group of people, paddles and whitewater rapids. Whitewater rafting is not very popular in Florida, as the flat nature of Florida doesn’t allow for many rocky… read more
These Stores Are Requiring Face Masks While Shopping
In Alachua County, we are required to wear face masks before entering businesses, but outside of our county, that's not always the case. Recently, many major stores have decided to mandate face masks while shopping. Some of these stores include… read more
Review the AHLA ‘Safe Stay Guest Checklist’ If You Are Traveling
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) announced some new guidelines that all hotel guests should abide by while traveling and staying in different hotel options. They are calling these guidelines the “Safe Stay Guest Checklist.” "This checklist is part… read more
Get $1 Off Dipped Cones on National Ice Cream Day
This Sunday, July 19, is National Ice Cream Day, the sweetest day of the year! Dairy Queen will be treating its patrons to $1 off a dipped cone this weekend! Enjoy a Classic Chocolate Dipped Cone, or try their newCotton… read more
Don’t Forget To Register To Vote by July 20
Florida's voter registration deadline is coming up on July 20. Don't forget to register to vote! Make sure you are registered so that you can take part in the Florida Primary Election on August 18. You can register online at… read more
Dairy-Free? Try Coconut Bliss on National Ice Cream Day
National Ice Cream Day is coming up this weekend on July 19! Are you dairy-free? Coconut Bliss, a dairy-free ice cream company, is offering 15% off on online orders of four or more products. Coconut Bliss’ ice cream is all plant-based… read more
Review the University of Florida’s Plan to Reopen for the Fall
On July 10, the University of Florida's plan to reopen in the fall was announced. As of right now, the first day of classes for UF is August 31. The UF Health Screen, Test, & Protect program will be extended… read more
EPA Approves 2 Lysol Sprays to Fight Off COVID-19
On July 6, the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved the use of two Lysol sprays to fight off COVID-19. “Hygiene is both the foundation of health and essential in preventing the spread of illness causing germs,” said Rahul Kadyan,… read more
Gov. DeSantis Extends Florida’s State of Emergency for 60 Days
Yesterday, July 7, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the state's current state of emergency will be extended for 60 more days. An original state of emergency came about in March when COVID-19 first started to hit Florida. The governor… read more