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After being allowed to reopen in Phase 2 earlier this month, Florida bars such as Uncork & Unwind in Palatka learned Friday they could no longer serve alcohol at their bars as COVID-19 cases continue to rise.

‘I don’t know what we’re going to do’

Sarah Cavacini

Friday, June 26, 2020

Putnam County’s coronavirus cases increased by 14 on Friday, the same day Florida bars were banned from selling alcohol on site.

The Putnam County School District headquarters

School district welcomes hike in teacher pay

News Staff

Friday, June 26, 2020

By Nick Blank

Palatka Daily News

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The Palatka Police Department uses meters to measure decibels and has received several calls about fireworks set off in residential areas.

Citations could fizzle out fireworks celebrations for Palatka residents

(not verified)

Friday, June 26, 2020

By Nick Blank

Palatka Daily News

nblank@palatkadaiynews.com

Charles Overturf III seeking re-election

News Staff

Friday, June 26, 2020

Charles L. Overturf III has announced his candidacy for re-election as Putnam County Supervisor of Elections.

Medical Express Group officials said the machine is one-of-a-kind.

1-of-a-kind MRI machine at Palatka medical facility

Sarah Cavacini

Friday, June 26, 2020

Shorter MRI tests and safer examination practices are available for Putnam County residents at Express Medical Group in Palatka.

Candidate signs fill a parking lot across from the National Guard Armory near Moseley Avenue and Twigg Street in Palatka. Supervisor of Elections Charles Overturf III said issues about where candidates can place signs come up every election cycle.

Election season brings with it signs and lots of them

News Staff

Thursday, June 25, 2020

By Nick Blank

Palatka Daily News

nblank@palaktadailynews.com

Putnam County Superintendent Rick Surrency speaks to the Schools Reopening Task Force on Thursday.

Task force: Resume school classes in August

News Staff

Thursday, June 25, 2020

By Nick Blank

Palatka Daily News

nblank@palatkadailynews.com

Palatka officials are urging local residents to wear masks to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

City officials urge Palatka residents to wear face masks

News Staff

Thursday, June 25, 2020

By Nick Blank

Palatka Daily News

nblank@palatkadailynews.com

A sign at the entrance to the Krystal restaurant on State Road 19 in Palatka informs visitors the business is temporarily closed due to a COVID-19 spike in the area and that all employees are being tested. Attempts to reach the Krystal corporate press office Thursday were unsuccessful.

10 more coronavirus cases reported in Putnam

Sarah Cavacini

Thursday, June 25, 2020

The Florida Department of Health in Putnam County reported 10 new coronavirus cases Thursday, but one of the infected people’s city of residence wasn’t identified.

Masters seeking spot on county commission

News Staff

Thursday, June 25, 2020

Larry Masters has announced he is running for the Putnam County Board of Commissioners, District 3.