Current FL stay at home order expires 4/30/2020!?

[billethkid]

If we don't hear from the governor before then it must be he has let his people go starting May 1st ?!?

His so called committee charged with coming up with a plan was to get back to him last Friday.

The only change made so far is to allow some beaches to open......first things first. There are a lot of small businesses waiting to hear what the opening plan is as it affects them.

I guess it is only the 28th so we shouldn't rush him!

[JSR22]

He is in D.C. meeting with the President.

[JoMar]

If we don't hear from the governor before then it must be he has let his people go starting May 1st ?!?

His so called committee charged with coming up with a plan was to get back to him last Friday.

The only change made so far is to allow some beaches to open......first things first. There are a lot of small businesses waiting to hear what the opening plan is as it affects them.

I guess it is only the 28th so we shouldn't rush him!

It will be interesting to see how many believe that because the order is lifted or modified it will be safe to resume normalcy and will then complain because some business owners slow role reopening.

[birdiebill]

He is to announce the new recommendations tomorrow, April 29.

[Chi-Town]

Wait and see.

Gov. DeSantis meets with President Trump to discuss COVID-19, re-opening the state (https://www.mysuncoast.com/2020/04/28/gov-desantis-meets-with-president-trump-discuss-covid-re-opening-state/)

[patfla06]

My feeling about May 1st is what has changed?
It’s still not safe for me to be out and about.
I plan on just staying the course.

[Byte1]

Think for yourself. If you do not feel it is safe to be out and about, I bet no one will force you to leave your home. Just my guess.

[Byte1]

The gov. makes suggestions. Sometimes they are right and sometimes they are wrong. Why do so many rely on the gov or someone else to make decisions for them? Make your own decisions. You have a 50/50 chance of getting it right.
The Japanese have been wearing face masks in public for decades. They are very crowded, therefore they bath and wear masks so as to not be offensive to all those in close proximity to them when they are out and about. If you feel frightened that you might catch the flu or virus when you are out and about, then wear your mask.

[Leadbone1]

It will be interesting to see how many believe that because the order is lifted or modified it will be safe to resume normalcy and will then complain because some business owners slow role reopening.

I am amazed at the number of people that do not realize this virus cannot be avoided forever! You can keep yourself locked away for another week or two weeks or a month or whatever, but eventually you’re going to go out. You can’t wear a mask and gloves forever. Staying in the house just delays the reality that you will be exposed to this virus just as with many other viruses or bacterias. Heard a doctor say yesterday that until we reach herd immunity this will not start to fizzle out. That can’t happen if people stay locked away. I am 70 years old and I’m ready to get back out there and start living my villages life again.

[Skunky1]

Open the Florida state parks

[Girlcopper]

If we don't hear from the governor before then it must be he has let his people go starting May 1st ?!?

His so called committee charged with coming up with a plan was to get back to him last Friday.

The only change made so far is to allow some beaches to open......first things first. There are a lot of small businesses waiting to hear what the opening plan is as it affects them.

I guess it is only the 28th so we shouldn't rush him!

Governor has said many times that it will be a step by step process. Hes on the nightly news almost every night. Turn it on and youll hear whats going on.

[Tim Ringler]

Put everyone in the waiting room. That's the plan.

[La lamy]

I am amazed at the number of people that do not realize this virus cannot be avoided forever! You can keep yourself locked away for another week or two weeks or a month or whatever, but eventually you’re going to go out. You can’t wear a mask and gloves forever. Staying in the house just delays the reality that you will be exposed to this virus just as with many other viruses or bacterias. Heard a doctor say yesterday that until we reach herd immunity this will not start to fizzle out. That can’t happen if people stay locked away. I am 70 years old and I’m ready to get back out there and start living my villages life again.

Remember SARS? A lot of us didn't get it if we were careful, and it "Burned Out" (no longer around). You don't NEED to be exposed for this to pass hopefully. Will new coronavirus burn out like SARS ... or is it here to stay? - CNN (https://www.cnn.com/2020/02/05/asia/coronavirus-endgame-intl-hnk/index.html)

[iht2209]

Than get right out there an mingle. I just lost a good friend to this virus. I’m sure your family will miss you.

[ficoguy]

I think Disney, Universal, et al will be just fine. They will double the prices and let half the people in. The big worry for them is will Joe Six Pack be able to trundle the wife and kids in the SUV and make their way down to Orlando? A theme park vacation with travel, hotel meals, attractions etc can run around $ 6,000 to $ 10,000 for a family of 4.

[LucyP]

Today, Wednesday he will announce The plan to re open by steps.

[GoodLife]

I think Disney, Universal, et al will be just fine. They will double the prices and let half the people in. The big worry for them is will Joe Six Pack be able to trundle the wife and kids in the SUV and make their way down to Orlando? A theme park vacation with travel, hotel meals, attractions etc can run around $ 6,000 to $ 10,000 for a family of 4.

A lot of Joe Six Packs make very nice incomes. My plumber made over $200k last year.

[Windguy]

I am amazed at the number of people that do not realize this virus cannot be avoided forever.
And I’m amazed at the number of people who just don’t get that we are trying to flatten the curve so the hospitals don’t get overwhelmed and at the number that think masks are to protect yourself and that not wearing one shows a complete lack of concern for other people’s health.

[Leadbone1]

And I’m amazed at the number of people who just don’t get that we are trying to flatten the curve so the hospitals don’t get overwhelmed and at the number that think masks are to protect yourself and that not wearing one shows a complete lack of concern for other people’s health.

The hospitals never were overwhelmed with maybe New York being an exception but it didn’t even happen there. You’ve drank the Kool-Aid. Don’t wear a mask and never will. Unless you have underlying conditions or comorbidities, this virus in my opinion is less harmful than the flu. In fact I would like to just get it and build the antibodies and be done with it

[Leadbone1]

Than get right out there an mingle. I just lost a good friend to this virus. I’m sure your family will miss you.

I never stopped getting out there. Once I realize that we had been lied to from the get go about this whole thing, I just resumed life as much as possible the way I had been. Don’t have to worry about my family missing me because I’m not afraid of this. In fact I would like to just get it and build the antibodies and be passed it just like everyone else is going to have to do eventually

[Indydealmaker]

He is damned if he does and damned if he doesn't.

[davem4616]

If we don't hear from the governor before then it must be he has let his people go starting May 1st ?!?

His so called committee charged with coming up with a plan was to get back to him last Friday.

The only change made so far is to allow some beaches to open......first things first. There are a lot of small businesses waiting to hear what the opening plan is as it affects them.

I guess it is only the 28th so we shouldn't rush him!


Things will start to open up, but there isn't going to be an "all clear" signal ...we all need to use our own judgment on what we feel safe doing going forward and what we are willing to risk. Keep in mind there are some folks out there that have a mind set of 'full speed ahead, damn the torpedo's".....that's their choice, but I will keep them at a distance. So we all just self manage.

I'd like to get back to attending church on Sundays...but curious how that's going to work out sitting shoulder to shoulder...maybe every other pew is left open?

I plan to continue to wear a mask into the liquor stores for awhile yet...just to see how long it will take before the clerk backs away from the counter with their hands raised up over their head....lol

seriously, I'm not all that anxious to go to the Sharon or Savannah Center and sit shoulder to shoulder and on top of the folks in front of me and folks close behind me
(and we would be at those venues 3 or 4 times a month) just yet

I'll feel comfortable inviting close friends over for drinks / dinner, but not comfortable going to crowded places like the bars/restaurants at the squares....

hopefully the folks over at UK's Oxford do come up with a vaccine by September...then the scramble will be manufacturing it and dispensing it....if so It could be a very happy new year for all of us

[ts12755]

DiSantis is leading the way for the rest of the vountry

[Two Bills]

If there is a second wave of the virus, the people pushing for a reopening of everything now, will be the first in line to complain that Government didn't do enough to protect them!

[Bikeracer2009]

Looks like the Gilead drug trial is in and it's a success. This cure will change everything. They had suspend Gilead trading this morning because the stock market is going nuts over this news.

[thelegges]

Many have lost their health insurance along with their job. Those who need food on their table will be first out.

Since most here have the luxury of stability in income, know where their next meal is coming from, and have all their bills paid, can on their own free will decide to live in their home till they feel safe, even if takes years.

Those without will do what they need to do to feed their families, I respect those who need to make those decisions

[pmken2]

He is suppose to announce it Wednesday (today).

[Two Bills]

Looks like the Gilead drug trial is in and it's a success. This cure will change everything. They had suspend Gilead trading this morning because the stock market is going nuts over this news.

Good news if enough is available.
Don't think it is a complete 'cure' but it will give a lot of people a chance.
Funny how the first trial in China failed!

[prntxpresn]

Scientists said this is the first wave with it lessening in summer and being reactivated in the winter.

[jet10s]

The hospitals never were overwhelmed with maybe New York being an exception but it didn’t even happen there. You’ve drank the Kool-Aid. Don’t wear a mask and never will. Unless you have underlying conditions or comorbidities, this virus in my opinion is less harmful than the flu. In fact I would like to just get it and build the antibodies and be done with it
lots of people drinking all the kool-aid out there -- I am a health professional and I WON'T WEAR A MASK EITHER -- it is all ridiculous

[champion6]

Today DeSantis will be holding a press conference at 5:00 PM to announce the SAFE. SMART. STEP-BY-STEP. Plan to Re-Open Florida. Watch live on Home - The Florida Channel (http://thefloridachannel.org)

[msilagy]

A vaccine or treatment and it will diminish - no one has to be locked away forever - and just a few comments - my ex husband and his 2 adult children just admitted with Covid 19. His wife and family thought they too could be out and about and now look what happened - my ex has had 2 open heart surgeries and diabetes - will he make it - who knows - so you sir go out and about and resume your life ! This cavalier attitude is so unappealing

[Rapscallion St Croix]

Just saw the Governor tell us on TV that hair salons and barbershops will remain closed. I guess I better get a Tee shirt that identifies me as HUMAN. Interestingly, his hair looks the same as it did in March although he said he hadn't had a haircut since Feb

Restaurants reopening with restrictions. Twenty-five percent indoor capacity. No bars.

Gyms remain closed.

Public gatherings limited to ten folks or less

[thelegges]

Just saw the Governor tell us on TV that hair salons and barbershops will remain closed. I guess I better get a Tee shirt that identifies me as HUMAN. Interestingly, his hair looks the same as it did in March although he said he hadn't had a haircut since Feb

Restaurants reopening with restrictions. Twenty-five percent indoor capacity. No bars.

Gyms remain closed.

Public gatherings limited to ten folks or less

I love that he had not had a haircut since February and how all of those giving such bad stats for Florida always look like they had just had a trim. pretty funny

[anothersteve]

I love that he had not had a haircut since February and how all of those giving such bad stats for Florida always look like they had just had a trim. pretty funny

And he called them "talking heads"......priceless!
Steve

[TellerJohn]

Where does this leave pickleball?

[valuemkt]

Just saw the Governor tell us on TV that hair salons and barbershops will remain closed. I guess I better get a Tee shirt that identifies me as HUMAN. Interestingly, his hair looks the same as it did in March although he said he hadn't had a haircut since Feb

Restaurants reopening with restrictions. Twenty-five percent indoor capacity. No bars.

Gyms remain closed.

Public gatherings limited to ten folks or less

Even though i consider many places in the Squares to be bars that serve food .. I'm okay with restating that to fall in the governor's guideline .. If a place charges for peanuts and pours me a Jack, I'm happy with agreeing that it counts as a restaurant that serves adult beverages. Those that disagree are free to stay away from such establishments, as they probably didn't frequent before anyway.

[patfla06]

I am amazed at the number of people that do not realize this virus cannot be avoided forever! You can keep yourself locked away for another week or two weeks or a month or whatever, but eventually you’re going to go out. You can’t wear a mask and gloves forever. Staying in the house just delays the reality that you will be exposed to this virus just as with many other viruses or bacterias. Heard a doctor say yesterday that until we reach herd immunity this will not start to fizzle out. That can’t happen if people stay locked away. I am 70 years old and I’m ready to get back out there and start living my villages life again.

We have age as one major factor against us.

Since I have a couple of comorbidities my return to normal life isn’t going to happen.
So as much as I want to be out and about I am at very high risk.
I’m sure many of us have medical conditions that put us at higher risk than most.
The answer is not as simple for many of us as one might think.

[mjpuleo]

No one has a definite answer for each individual. Our President and Governor are doing their best.

[Aloha1]

The gov. makes suggestions. Sometimes they are right and sometimes they are wrong. Why do so many rely on the gov or someone else to make decisions for them? Make your own decisions. You have a 50/50 chance of getting it right.
The Japanese have been wearing face masks in public for decades. They are very crowded, therefore they bath and wear masks so as to not be offensive to all those in close proximity to them when they are out and about. If you feel frightened that you might catch the flu or virus when you are out and about, then wear your mask.

The Japanese do not wear face masks. Have you been to Japan? I have several times including less than a year ago. Please don't post untrue statements.

[Velvet]

Japanese today.

[ficoguy]

Take back the streets! What can they do, tear gas us? Fire rubber bullets? Or worse...pull a Kent State?

[jet10s]

We have age as one major factor against us.

Since I have a couple of comorbidities my return to normal life isn’t going to happen.
So as much as I want to be out and about I am at very high risk.
I’m sure many of us have medical conditions that put us at higher risk than most.
The answer is not as simple for many of us as one might think.
so for you -- then stay home

[ficoguy]

In The Villages?

[ficoguy]

I ride the Metro in DC when I am up there for work and I have always seen the majority of Asians wearing masks

[Aloha1]

Japanese today.

Those are government employees promoting State policy, not the general populace.

[Villageswimmer]

Those are government employees promoting State policy, not the general populace.

No. They have worn masks occasionally for a long time. They told me that when they don’t feel well or have a cold, they wear a mask as a courtesy to others to avoid spreading their germs. It’s not at all unusual. I lived there for a couple years long before this virus.