Identifying Local Opportunities

“Polk Schools preparing for a different kind of fall semester”
This article discusses the multiple plans the Polk County school district has for operating in the fall sememster with coronavirus. Everyone, from preschoolers to college students, has to adjust to a new way of learning. 
The problem in this article is the coronavirus. In order to keep everyone as safe and healthy as possible, social distancing measures will have to be put in place. The students, teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, and anyone else related to the school and it’s students will be affected by this problem. 

“US unemployment: 41 million have lost jobs since virus hit, but layoffs slow”
This article reviews the job loss that the coronavirus has caused, recent filings for unemployment, and how local businesses are attempting to reignite the economy. 
The problem in this article is the coronavirus. Non-essential businesses  have had to close in order to maintain the stay at home order in the state, and the employees of those businesses have been laid off or furloughed. The employees, business owners, and their families have been affected by this problem.

“Wild Fires Burning In River Ranch“
This article discusses the wildfires currently happening in River Ranch. It also details where and when the fire happened, what is being done to put it out, and reminds people to put out camp fires carefully. The problem could be a variety of things, like forgetting to put out a camp fire, a dry season, hot weather, and even arson. The owners of River Ranch, the members, the wildlife, and the tourists are affected by this. 

“Hurricane center: 50% chance of mid-Atlantic system becoming storm”
This article discusses a possible hurricane forming off the east coast. 
The problem is the seasonal weather patterns that cause tropical storms at this time of year. Anyone living on the east coast and their families could possibly be affected. 

“Central Florida summer camps will be smaller, with face masks and temperature checks”
This article discusses the way that summer camps in central Florida will have to adjust for the coronavirus. It details new policies like masks, social distancing, and temperature checks that will be put in place. 
The problem is the coronavirus, because in order to keep people safe and healthy, social distancing procedures will have to be enforced. The campers, counselors, camp owners, their families, and anyone else related to the summer camps will be affected by this problem.

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