Three Publix employees at different locations in Orange and Osceola counties have tested positive for coronavirus, according to the grocer. [CORONAVIRUS BRIEFING: Daily ClickOrlando.com newsletter delivered to your inbox] Publix officials said one employee from each of the locations below recently tested positive for the respiratory illness: “Like other essential service providers, we have seen our own associates and their families personally impacted by COVID-19,” officials said. “Unfortunately, as public health officials have indicated, we expect to see an increase in cases as the virus spreads in our communities.” Grocery store employees are considered essential workers and have been on the front lines providing services to the public