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Free Sandbags Available in Ocoee

Starting today, the City of Ocoee will provide free self-serve sandbags to residents. The sandbags will be available July 30 through August 7, 2020 at the Ocoee Public Works Department at 301 Maguire Road. The sandbag distribution site will be open seven days a week from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30…

CEMEX USA thanks Orlando healthcare workers with special heart-shaped blue concrete monument and courtyard for fight against COVID-19

CEMEX USA and Orlando Health unveiled a new blue heart-shaped concrete monument and courtyard Friday in appreciation of frontline healthcare workers at Orlando Health—Health Central Hospital in Ocoee, Fla., for their extraordinary service, loyalty and commitment to their patients and community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Representatives from CEMEX USA…

Duke Energy Florida plans gradual return to standard business operations while extending assistance for customers in need

Duke Energy Florida will continue assisting customers experiencing economic hardship from the COVID-19 pandemic as the company begins returning to standard billing and payment practices in mid-August. However, the earliest disconnections for non-payment under regular credit and notice timelines will not begin until Sept. 1 for customers. In March, in…

Hospital Demand for Convalescent Plasma Reaches Extraordinary Levels

As coronavirus cases surge the need for convalescent plasma is reaching extraordinary levels. “OneBlood is experiencing more than a 500% increase in hospital orders for COVID-19 convalescent plasma. We are urging people who have recovered from the coronavirus to step forward and donate their plasma, they are urgently needed”, said…

Applications are now be Accepted for the 2021 WOCC Board of Directors

2020 has proven to be a year like no other for everyone including the West Orange Chamber of Commerce. As we are accepting the new normal of COVID-19, we still have to plan for the future including our 2021 Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is the policy-making panel…

Chairwoman’s Article July 2020

Our world continues to be dominated and impacted by COVID-19. We have visual reminders everywhere we look; masks; hand sanitizer stations, distancing signage and more. This is our new reality and until we can slow down the spread, it is our new normal. Accepting this new normal, along with following…

The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates

The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. As of Friday, June 5, the state has moved into Phase 2 of Florida’s reopening plan. The Florida Department of Health will now issue this update once per week. However, DOH will continue to…

Federal Lending & Relief Options Still Available for Business Community

The long-awaited Main Street Lending Program is finally operational this week and the Federal Reserve has released information on which banks have already qualified as lenders for the program. The Main Street Lending Program has a lending term of 5 years with a minimum loan size of…

2020 Unclaimed Checks List

You may not be aware, but the Orange County Clerk’s Office may have money for you in the form of a check. Look at our unclaimed checks list to find out. If you see your name on the list, you have until September 1, 2020 to claim the money. The checks…

Disney Parks Commitment to Health & Safety Measures

by Dr. Pamela Hymel, Disney Parks Chief Medical Officer As we continue the phased reopenings of our parks and resorts across the world, promoting health and safety for our guests, cast members, and the larger community is a responsibility we take very seriously. On Saturday, we will continue the phased…

U.S. Chamber Issues Initial Agenda for Equality of Opportunity, Calling for Swift Policy Actions to Address Gaps Negatively Affecting Black Americans

Policy recommendations part of a broader effort informed by data and conversations with hundreds of business, government, academic, and civic leaders WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today released its initial Equality of Opportunity Agenda, calling for immediate, bold policy actions and private sector solutions to help close race-based…

The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates

The State of Florida Issues COVID-19 Updates~In anticipation of the 4th of July Weekend, this report is being released Thursday, July 2, next week it will be resumed on Friday~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The State of Florida is responding to COVID-19. As of Friday, June 5, the state has moved into Phase…