Some college students face stay-at-home orders as local leaders try to control Covid-19 spread
Hoping to slow an outbreak of Covid-19 cases among their students, a small college in Rhode Island announced a stay-at-home order this week.
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Calhoun County OEM reports two new cases of COVID-19
CALHOUN COUNTY, Texas- Calhoun County Office of Emergency Management reported two new cases of COVID-19 Friday afternoon. This brings the county case count to 38 pending investigations, 587 confirmed cases, 7 probable cases for a total of 632 including 22…
Trump says every American can get a coronavirus vaccine by April, but health experts say that's not likely
President Donald Trump claimed Friday there will be enough coronavirus vaccines for every American by April -- a claim that doesn't match any timeline given by the federal government's health agencies, private researchers or even the companies making the vaccines.
DeWitt County OEM reports 10 new confirmed cases of COVID-19
18 additional recoveries reported
DEWITT COUNTY, Texas- DeWitt County Office of Emergency Management reports ten additional confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 18 additional recoveries. The death toll stands at 42. Three new cases are reported in the Cuero zip code. Five new patients live…
Clinical trial shows positive results, seeks more participants
They need eight to nine more patients to become part of the clinical trial
VICTORIA, Texas - A clinical trial using antibodies starting to show results and it's being done at a crossroads clinical research all eight of the participants they've…
Treatment varies for rotator cuff tears
Rotator cuff tears happen frequently as people get older, particularly in individuals who engage in activities that require repetitive arm motions.
Calhoun County Fair: new dates and plans set for 2020 Junior Livestock show and auction
The Junior Livestock Auction will be a hybrid auction
CALHOUN COUNTY, Texas- The Calhoun County Fair announced changes to the 2020 Junior Livestock Show and Auction schedule and procedures after the fair was cancelled earlier this eyar due to the COIVD-19 pandemic. A press release from the Calhuon County…
Bone density test can determine risk of fractures, osteoporosis
A bone density test uses a low dose of X-rays in a quick, noninvasive way to measure the amount of calcium and other minerals in a segment of bone.
Cuero Regional Hospital hosting free flu-shot drive on September 30th
While supplies last
CUERO, Texas- Cuero Regional Hospital announced that they are offering a free, drive-thru flu shots while supplies last on Wednesday, September 30th. The drive will take place from 4 p.m. to…
Three additional campuses reported to have COVID-19 cases in Victoria ISD
VICTORIA, Texas- The Victoria Independent School District confirms that there are three new cases of COVID-19 at Victoria East High School, Rowland Elementary School, and Torres Elementary School. As of Thursday evening VISD reports the following cases on the following…
Salvation Army of Victoria plans new Life Skills room
Room comes after City Of Victoria grant
Earlier this month, the Salvation Army of Victoria got a $5,000 grant from the City Of Victoria.
19 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 reported in Victoria County
91 currently active cases of COVID-19 in Victoria County
VICTORIA, Texas- Victoria County Office of Emergency Management reports 19 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and a total of 91 currently active cases Thursday evening. As of 6:00 pm Thursday, there…
U.S Army Reserve Medical Task Force departs Victoria after helping manage COVID-19 cases
“They helped us out. It was well respected and well needed and then our numbers have slowed."
VICTORIA, Texas---- Governor Greg Abbott deployed 42 U.S Army Reserve Medical Task Force members to Victoria County back in July to help during the Covid-19 Pandemic. Now their assignment has come to an end. During the time the Military staff…
COVID-19 hospitalizations still too high in the Crossroads to increase new occupancy levels set by Gov. Abbott
New visitation guidelines released for long-term care facilities
AUSTIN - At noon on Thursday Governor Abbott held a press conference at the state capitol to provide updates on the state's response to COVID-19. The Governor was joined by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dennis Bonnen, Texas Department of…
If the COVID-19 alert reaches "high" level VISD may consider campus shut downs
Parents have three more chances to change their preference for in-person or remote learning
VICTORIA, Texas- In-person instruction began at the Victoria Independent School District on Tuesday, September 8. Since then, there has been an uptick of community spread…
How to stop glasses from fogging up when wearing face mask
It's a pesky problem: As soon as you strap on your cloth face mask and head out the door, your glasses fog up. But there's a simple fix for that.
WATCH LIVE: Gov. Abbott shares updates on Texas' response to COVID-19
VICTORIA, Texas- Governor Abbott is live now at the Texas Capitol to give updates about the state's response to COIVD-19. He is joined by Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker Dennis Bonnen, Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Commissioner John…
Governor Abbott to provide COVID-19 updates in press conference Thursday
AUSTIN - Governor Abbott is scheduled to provide an update on the state's continued response to COVID-19 Thursday. The press conference will begin at 12 p.m. at the State Capitol. Joining the Governor will be Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick, Speaker…
Enough people have to take a Covid-19 vaccine for it to be efficient, Fauci says
If too few Americans get a Covid-19 vaccine when it becomes available, it won't help reduce the spread of the deadly virus, the nation's top infectious disease official said.
First jury trial in the Crossroads since the pandemic began ends in mistrial
DEWITT COUNTY, Texas- The first jury trial in the Crossroads since the start of the pandemic at the DeWitt County Courthouse concludes in a mistrial. The DeWitt County District Clerk confirms one juror stated their employer had called during lunchtime…
Student at Chandler Elementary tests positive for COVID-19
VICTORIA, Texas- Victoria ISD confirms that a student who attends Chandler Elementary School has tested positive for COVID-19. The district confirms that the student was present on campus on September 11th, 2020. Due to privacy requirements, the district will not…
Trump administration reveals vaccine rollout plan
Local health officials awaiting more information before putting together community plan for retrieval, distribution of vaccine
VICTORIA, Texas - The Trump administration revealed a plan on COVID-19 vaccine distribution once approved. The plan also states the vaccine will be free to all Americans. Essential employees,…
Two new COVID-19 related deaths and six new confirmed cases reported in Victoria County
Both deceased individuals were in their 70s
VICTORIA, Texas- The Victoria County Public Health Department is reporting Wednesday two additional COVID-19-related deaths in Victoria County. The patients, a female Victoria County resident in her 70’s and a male…
