With Summer here, and the coronavirus still limiting some of your kids’ favorite activities, you may be wondering what kinds of fun things they can do while still practicing safe social distancing. Here are a few suggestions.

Kids Under 5

  • Make this simple DIY ball ramp game.

  • Play free games featuring Elmo, Daniel Tiger and more at pbskids.org.

  • ABCmouse.com offers a 30-day free trial of their interactive lessons and games.

  • Try out Post-It Match—a DIY name recognition activity.

  • Watch astronauts read children’s books from space.

  • Through the quarantine, Other Goose is offering their charter school-approved curriculum for free.

  • Disney+ is a favorite in our house, and they offer a seven-day…

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With many of Florida’s coronavirus restrictions slowly being lifted, you may be wondering about travel into and out of the state. So far, many of the limitations and recommendations on travel remain unchanged. Here’s what you need to know.

Out-of-State Travelers

New York

New Yorkers traveling into Florida are instructed to self-isolate for 14 days, including those who have arrived in Florida within the past 14 days. Violators could face second-degree misdemeanor charges and up to 60 days in prison or a $500 fine.

Louisiana

Gov. DeSantis announced on Friday that anyone traveling to Florida from Louisiana needs to immediately self-isolate for a period of 14 days. The restrictions are an extension of the order that applies to New Yorkers.

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This week, Jupiter Town council members voted on their first coronavirus relief package, offering up thousands of dollars to water utility customers.

During the next two monthly payment cycles, Jupiter officials will eliminate a chunk of the bill for local businesses that have taken a financial hit during the pandemic. They estimate it will cost the utility about $780,000.

About 1,330 businesses should benefit. The town is generally including all commercial accounts, except for big box stores that remained open, schools, government facilities, homeowner association spaces, irrigation meters and utility sites.

Town estimates indicate a wide range of savings for businesses: from under $150 to more than $14,000. The waived fees come from base…

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For those eager to get back to working out, several gyms in Jupiter and Palm Beach County have reopened. Others, like LA Fitness, will remain closed until likely sometime in June. If that’s too long to wait, here are a few local gyms that you can try in the meantime.

Jupiter Fitness

Address: 1200 W Indiantown Rd, Jupiter, FL 33458

Website

Hours

  • Sunday: 7AM–6PM

  • Monday (Memorial Day hours may differ): 5AM–11PM

  • Tuesday: 5AM–11PM

  • Wednesday: 5AM–11PM

  • Thursday: 5AM–10PM

  • Friday: 5AM–9PM

  • Saturday: 7AM–7PM

CrossFit Palm Beach

Address: 1642 US-1, Jupiter, FL 33469

Website

Hours

  • Sunday: 8AM–12PM

  • Monday (Memorial Day hours may differ):5AM–8PM

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced the state is opening 5 new walk-up testing sites this week. These sites support underserved communities and can test 200 individuals per day. This is good news for everyone in Florida as it will help paint a clearer picture of the current situation and will help inform the decisions of local government.

Here’s where you can get tested if you live in the Palm Beaches

Palm Beach

Walk-Up Testing Sites

Lakeside Hospital

  • 39200 Hookey Hwy

  • Belle Glade, FL 33430

  • Days of operation: Mon. - Sat.

  • Hours: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

  • Call to schedule an appointment: 561-642-1000

Drive-Thru Testing Sites

FITTEAM Ballpark of the Palm Beaches

  • 5444 Haverhill…

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Gyms across the state are now open and, although people are eager to get back, many remain leery. If you are considering returning to your local gym (or if you already have) here are some things you can do to minimize your exposure and help keep yourself safe.

Go to the gym during off peak-hours

The risk of infection increased during periods of peak occupancy. Most gyms are busiest between 5:30 and 7pm. If you can avoid those times and instead go in the early morning or during your lunch hour, that would be best.

Wipe Down Equipment

Thankfully, the coronavirus appears to be very susceptible to these cleaning and disinfecting agents.

Many gyms provide disinfectant wipes or sprays for members to use on equipment. If you choose to bring…

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Some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from COVID-19. Here’s what to do if you think you may have been exposed to coronavirus.

Watch for symptoms

People with COVID-19 have reported a wide range of symptoms — ranging from mild to severe. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus.

Use the CDC’s self-checker to help make decisions and seek appropriate medical care regarding COVID-19.

You may have COVID-19 if you have these symptoms or combinations of symptoms:

  • Cough

  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

Or at least two of these symptoms:

  • Fever

  • Chills

  • Repeated shaking with chills

  • Muscle pain

  • Headache

  • Sore throat

  • New loss…

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Governor Ron DeSantis rolled out a series of changes to his plan to reopen Florida, with the latest update including allowing gyms to reopen and granting some leeway to restaurants looking to seat more customers.

What does this mean? The State of Florida released the following set of rules for the following establishments:

Restaurants

May increase indoor capacity to 50% with proper social distancing

Outdoor seating encouraged

Retail

May increase capacity to 50% if permitted by local governments

Barber Shops and Salons

Barber shops, hair and nail salons can reopen but must follow safety protocols.

Gyms

May operate up to 50% capacity

Machines and surfaces must be self-sanitized after each being used

Museums and…

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Things are looking up across the state of Florida as gym, restaurants, and retail stores are now open (with restrictions) and many are returning to work. If you are young and healthy, the risks you face with the coronavirus are minor compared to other groups. Those who fall into the “high risk” category should continue to strictly follow CDC guidelines. Here are some of the things high-risk groups need to know about the coronavirus.

Based on what we know now, those at high-risk for severe illness from COVID-19 are:

  • People 65 years and older
  • People who live in a nursing home or long-term care facility

People of all ages with underlying medical conditions, particularly if not well controlled, including:

  • People with chronic lung…

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The Mall at Wellington Green reopens today, with new measures in place to protect shoppers and employees from the coronavirus.

The mall will have reduced hours and will be open from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Wellington Green announced on its website.

Face coverings are not required to enter the mall, but they are recommended, the mall’s website said. Some stores do require face coverings.

All parking lots are open, and Wellington Green suggests parking six feet from other vehicles for continued social distancing. The mall recommends determining which store or restaurant you want to visit, and then checking the mall’s map to see which entrance and parking would be the closest.

Sanitation and security

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