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Laboratory Theater of Florida Opens 12th Season!

The Laboratory Theater of Florida in Fort Myers is preparing to kick off its 12th season with a somewhat modified production of Dennis Giacino’s hilarious show “Disenchanted: a new Musical Comedy.”The Laboratory Theater won’t be opening the physical theater doors to patrons just yet. Rather, they’ve created an audio-visual hybrid film and stage production that people will be able to experience virtually while practicing social distancing in their very own homes.We’ll learn about the show and the ways the Laboratory Theater has been rising to the challenges of COVID-19 with founder and Artistic Director Annette Trossbach.

As Hurricane Evacuees In Texas Return Home, Experts Worry About Spread Of Coronavirus

Evacuations and storm damage could both potentially increase COVID-19 numbers in Texas.

Beachgoers, on a nearly empty beach, walk past a lifeguard tower during the coronavirus pandemic, Aug. 11, 2020, on Miami Beach, Fla.

Another Coronavirus Casualty: Florida Tourism

Tourism is one of Florida's biggest and most important industries. But visitors are shying away from the sun-splashed beaches and theme parks. Tourism numbers cratered in the last quarter.

In this July 17, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms speaks on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.

Atlanta Mayor Orders Masks To Be Worn In Public Spaces

Atlanta is the latest big city to require face coverings when people are in public. Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is moving forward with the plan despite resistance from Georgia's governor.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks during a news conference at a drive-through coronavirus testing site in front of Hard Rock Stadium, Monday, March 30, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. Gov. Ron DeSantis doesn't want the people on the Holland America's Zandaam where four people died and others are sick to be treated in Florida, saying the state doesn't have the capacity to treat outsiders as the coronavirus outbreak spreads.

State Democratic Lawmakers Call On Governor To Stop Corporate Tax Refunds

Democratic lawmakers are asking Governor Ron DeSantis to stop the $540 million in refunds heading to corporations May 1. They warn Florida could be hit...

Facebook says it will take a slow approach to letting employees return to its offices this year.

Facebook Cancels Big Events Through June 2021

The tech giant says most employees can keep working from home through at least the end of the summer, as the company braces for a slow return to normal life.

David Roode and his wife, a concert pianist, have done some recording while on lockdown in Cincinnati. And they've tapped into savings they typically rely on during the slower summer months.

A Trombonist Wonders When An Audience Will Gather To Hear Music

David Roode's musical career went abruptly on hold when stay-at-home orders took effect. He predicts that when the crisis passes, people will want to enjoy the experience of attending concerts again.

CEO Organizes A 7-Hour Virtual Beer Pong To Ease Edge Off Employees

DJ Haddad, CEO of an advertising company in Fairfield, Conn., says virtual meetings and parties help his employees forge new connections with their co-workers.

Miami Plans to Reopen Parks, Businesses Next Week In Coordination With Beach, Hialeah

The city of Miami is coordinating a plan with Hialeah, Miami Beach, Doral and Miami Gardens to reopen certain businesses May 20, a few days after Miami...

The pier at Ballast Point Park in Tampa reopened May 4. The rest of Tampa's parks - but not all of the amenities at them - will reopen Saturday.

Tampa To Reopen Parks This Weekend

As part of Phase 1 of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to reopen Florida during the coronavirus pandemic, the city of Tampa reopened 13 park trails, beaches, and...

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