The announcement of a final restructuring plan known as All Things New came after two years of work. The Archdiocese said the changes are needed to address a shrinking and shifting population.
UM Reports Dramatic Increase of COVID-19 Cases
The University of Miami reported a dramatic increase of COVID-19 cases and has since canceled large student gatherings and closed fraternity houses for 10 days.
In a prepared video statement, the UM President Julio Frenk did not give a specific number of cases but expressed concern about positivity rates among Greek organizations.
Classes are still in session and athletics will continue but no fans can participate.
Florida Adds 11,543 New COVID-19 Cases, Reports Over 210 More Virus Deaths Friday
The 11,543 new confirmed COVID-19 cases brought Florida s total to 1,763,873 since the outbreak began, according to figures released by the state s department of health.
Florida Adds 6,979 New COVID-19 Cases, Reports Over 200 More Virus Deaths Wednesday
Florida reported more than 6,900 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, as the state s virus-related death toll increased by over 200.
The positivity rate for new cases in the state was 7.77% in Wednesday s department of health coronavirus report, after two straight days above 8%. The positivity rate for all cases, including people who have already been tested, was at 10.07%.
Florida s daily vaccine report showed about 1,367,000 people have received the first dose of the COVID-19 vaccination since the state started administering the vaccine in mid-December. Over 421,000 have received the second booster shot.
Covid Vaccine Pod Opening At Stadium in Palm Beach County: DeSantis
2/1/2021
Florida Department of Health Provides Week Seven Updates on Florida’s Vaccination Efforts Under Governor DeSantis’ Leadership
~Florida Leads Nation in Vaccinations of Seniors~
The Florida Department of Health issued an update on the progress of the state s vaccination efforts, as well as its weekly COVID-19 update. The State of Florida is in its seventh week of vaccine distribution and is continuing to increase vaccine access statewide.
This week, Governor DeSantis released his Florida Leads budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The “Florida Leads” budget proposal continues to protect Florida’s most vulnerable residents and put Florida’s Seniors First.