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As a service to residents and the business community of the Treasure Coast, Indian River Magazine Inc. is providing free updates on changes in operations that affect businesses in the region because of the coronavirus. If you have news to report, please email Gregory Enns at enns@indianrivermag.com If you find this newsletter useful, please share it. To subscribe to this newsletter, click here.
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Treasure Coast cases declining while state returning to peak
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Treasure Coast cases of coronavirus continued their slowdown today while cases overall in the state returned near peaks reached in early April.
A comparison of daytime reports from the Florida Department of Health showed that Florida’s cases peaked at 1,575 cases April 3, but cases are returning near that range, with 1,342 new cases reported today. The trend for Florida is reflected in the accompanying chart provided by the Florida Department of Health. That chart, and the accompanying ones for Treasure Coast counties, are based on statistics released in the department’s nighttime reports.
Meanwhile, the Treasure Coast continued to...Read more > >
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The COVID-19 death of a 94-year-old St. Lucie County was reported by the Florida Department of Health on Thursday. An incorrect age appeared in Thursday's newsletter.
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Indian River Magazine creates site for nonprofit needs
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As a public service, Indian River Magazine Inc. has created a web site for nonprofits to list their needs during the coronavirus pandemic. The website is called TreasureCoastNonprofits.com.
Besides appearing on TreasureCoastNonprofits.com, the needs for individual nonprofits will be shared in this newsletter, on social media and in the upcoming summer issue of Indian River Magazine appearing in May. To see the site go to TreasureCoastNonprofits.com or click here to register your nonprofit and share your information.
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Purple toes may be another sign of coronavirus
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You’re probably on the lookout for fever or cough — the hallmark symptoms of COVID-19. But purple toes, rashes and other skin changes are emerging as less-common symptoms, according to Water’s Edge Dermatology on the Treasure Coast.
Cases of red or purple spots on the feet, especially the toes, and fingers are also being reported. These spots, which can be painful, seem to be more common in children and teens with COVID-19 — people who may not show any other signs of the disease.
Rashes seen in COVID-19 patients range from hive-like outbreaks to clusters of round spots to widespread red patches. Read more about COVID-19 skin symptoms
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Last day to vote in best carryout restaurant contest
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Tonight is the deadline to vote in our Best Carryout Restaurant on the Treasure Coast Contest.
Vote at www.treasurecoastrestaurants.com.
Winners will be announced for St. Lucie, Martin and Indian River counties.
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HOMETOWN HERO
BY MARYANN KETCHAM
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The Council on Aging of St. Lucie's Meals on Wheels volunteers are working the front lines with a common goal of keeping the most vulnerable members of our community safe at home.
During her 13-year tenure with the agency, Hometown Hero Trekina Smith has served as the nutrition program manager.
"It takes a lot of work to produce and deliver hundreds of meals each week to a primarily homebound population," said Yvette Cruz, "from client management and nutrition services to detailed coordination."
Behind the scenes, Smith can be found processing reams of paperwork processing new clients for the free meals, especially now with the COVID-19 crisis causing a rapid influx. She is then responsible for creating easy to follow coordinated travel routes for each delivery driver.
Once finished, Smith and her dedicated team of staff and volunteers load the delivery vans.
The meals are delivered to the front doors of the senior citizen clients. But due to the crisis, those making the deliveries must now step away after ringing the doorbell. Despite that, the seniors still get to see a friendly face, albeit from a safe social distancing measurement. And, they still have some time to communicate with the people that they know are genuinely concerned about their safety and well-being.
"Our seniors deserve to be taken care of," said Smith. "They have made a significant difference in our society."
So too has Trekina Smith by pulling it all together.
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Do you know somebody on the Treasure Coast who should be singled out for praise because of their actions during the coronavirus pandemic? Whether it’s a nurse at the local hospital, a volunteer at the local food bank or a grocery clerk going the extra mile, Treasure Coast Business and Indian River Magazine Inc. will help you sing their praises in our new online feature Hometown Heroes of the Treasure Coast. Visit www.indianrivermagazine.com/hometown-heroes/
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As a service to readers and restaurants on the Treasure Coast, Indian River Magazine Inc. has created a website showing restaurants, bars, breweries and wineries that are open for carryout and/or delivery in St. Lucie, Indian River and Martin counties. The site includes hours and days carryout is available as well as popular dishes. See the new site at treasurecoastrestaurants.com
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Does your business have news of a temporary closing or change in operations due to COVID-19 that you would like us to share with readers of this newsletter?
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BE PART OF THE BUSINESS CONVERSATION ON THE TREASURE COAST
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• In Fort Pierce contact Sunny Gates at sunny@indianrivermag.com or 772.204.5043.
• Outside the Treasure Coast, contact Publisher Gregory Enns at enns@indianrivermag.com or 772.940.9005.
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