COVID vaccine live updates: What you should know in South Florida on Wednesday, Feb. 24 Michelle Marchante, The Miami Herald Feb. 24—COVID-19 vaccines are now available in South Florida, and the rules on who can get a shot, where and when can be confusing. Here's what you need to know: What's new today? — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to make teachers next in line for the COVID-19 vaccine in Florida. But not all educators will be able to get the shot immediately. The state is hoping to expand its vaccination efforts to include teachers between the ages of 50 to 64 soon. — Starting Wednesday, seniors 65 years and older can schedule vaccination appointments in Miami-Dade County at all 31 Navarro stores and all 35 locations of CVS Pharmacy y más. Several CVS stores across Florida also will have vaccines in stock. To check for availability, visit CVS.com.