Florida reported more than 5,500 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, as the state’s virus-related death toll increased by more than 115. The 5,539 new confirmed COVID-19 cases brought Florida’s total to 1,909,221 since the outbreak began, according to figures released by the state’s department of health. Another 118 virus-related deaths among Florida resident deaths were reported Sunday, bringing the total to.
LEESBURG The Florida Department of Health in Sumter County received additional doses of the COVID-19 vaccine this week over prior allocations, with 10,000 first doses and 1,000 second doses.
The health department will also receive an additional 6,700 second doses today. Additional doses of the vaccine have been distributed in part to The Villages Hospital, Florida Cancer Specialists and Langley Health Services.
Meanwhile, vaccination efforts continue in Lake County at two sites and Global Medical Response continues to operate a a vaccine site in Sumterville.
While the GMR has been operating at Lake Sumter State College, the provider will soon change locations.
GMR will move to St. Vincent De Paul Catholic Church in Wildwood on March 8, which will support an expansion of vaccination throughput. GMR will contact patients scheduled for March 8 and beyond to ensure a smooth transition between locations.
A balloon festival, antique extravaganza and a wine stroll are just some of the exciting events on the calendar for this weekend.
For motorcycle lovers, there is the 4th annual Vet Run at Gator Harley, for art lovers there’s an Artist Talk and Open Mic in Leesburg and for food lovers, check out Food Truck Night in Umatilla. So, grab the whole family and enjoy the weekend.
Here’s what’s on tap:
Lake County Balloon Festival
This weekend, enjoy the sights of the Lake County Balloon Festival held at Sheets Airport, 6548 Groveland Airport Road in Groveland, beginning at 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday.
Where can I get vaccinated?
First-dose vaccinations are being administered at Lake Square Mall in Leesburg. Second doses are being given at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 6803 Old Hwy. 441 South in Mount Dora.
The Villages site is located at 3800 Wedgewood Lane.
All locations are drive-thru sites, and you must be a Florida resident to receive the shot.
How do I make an appointment?
Appointments for the Lake Square and Mount Dora locations may be made by calling 1-866-201-6909 or 1-833-476-1031 for teletypewriter users or visiting scheduling.lakecountyfl.gov.
Appointments for the site in The Villages, 3800 Wedgewood Lane, may be made at sumterfl.saferestart.net.
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