Governor Ron DeSantis said Tuesday any Floridian eligible for the $300 “lost wages” program should start to see that money this week. You do not have to apply for the additional three weeks of benefits that cover the weeks of August 1st, 8th and 15th. Only three weeks pay have been approved but the Department of Economic Opportunity could okay more.

AstaZeneca has put a Phase 3 trial testing the COVID-19 vaccine on hold pending a review. One trial participant allegedly had a severe reaction, so the trial has been paused. No word on when it might resume. COVID numbers in Florida for Tuesday were down slightly once again with 1,823 new cases, bringing the state total to 650,092. Florida resident deaths stand at 11,915. For the latest information check the Dove Coronavirus site and the Florida Dashboard, which is updated daily at 11 am, including the weekend. The Florida Department of Health also has the COVID-19 Call Center open 24/7 at 1-866-779-6121. You can also reach them by email at covid-19@flhealth.gov. Email responses will be sent during call center hours.

It’s the peak of hurricane season and there are now two named systems to watch, neither of which are threatening land. Tropical Storm Paulette could reach hurricane strength, and Tropical Storm Rene also heads out to sea. Stay up to date with the Dove Hurricane Guide and our weather partners from 10 Tampa Bay.

The Tampa Bay Lightning are back on the ice tonight, after opening the Eastern Conference finals with a game one win over the New York Islanders 8-2 Monday night. A week of rest between games didn’t hurt the Bolts, and now it’s one to game two tonight at 8 pm.

With the government evictions on hold until the end of the year, local landlords are becoming concerned. over their own financial situation. Any renter who has not paid must prove it’s because of the pandemic, that they’ve applied for any financial assistance and have no where else to live.

Walt Disney World has cancelled Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and the Candlelight Processional for this year. The parks promise plenty of holiday cheer and decorations though between November 6th and December 30th. There will be plenty of holiday events that include guests being allowed to wear Halloween costumes this year. Take a look here for more of what to expect for the holidays at Disney. All parks at Walt Disney World have reduced operating hours. The Magic Kingdom, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom will all close one hour earlier, and Epcot will close two hours earlier. Animal Kingdom will also open an hour later.

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