Area Organizations Getting Major PPP Money
Yoakum Business Gets Biggest PPP Grant
12 area businesses and organizations have been approved for federal Personal Protection Program grants of up to $10 million.
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Chuck E. Cheese's parent company files for bankruptcy
CNN) -- Chuck E. Cheese's parent company, CEC Entertainment, filed for bankruptcy Thursday, blaming the financial strain caused by Covid-19 and the prolonged closures of its entertainment centers from stay-at-home orders issued across the United States. CEC, which also owns Peter Piper Pizza, said…
Candidates for Victoria County Tax Assessor-Collector ready for upcoming runoff election
Candidates for Victoria County Tax Assessor-Collector ready for upcoming runoff election
VICTORIA, Texas - The candidates for the Victoria County Tax Assessor-Collector have adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic by going door-to-door and utilizing social media. …
Stores reopen at Victoria Mall as latest health orders allow
Stores reopen at Victoria Mall as latest health orders allow
VICTORIA, Texas - Now that social distancing restrictions have begun to ease, the Victoria Mall is open for stores to reopen or prepare for reopening…
A Homestead Exemption can help people 65 and older with property taxes
VICTORIA, Texas--- Owning a home is still the American dream for most people, but it can become difficult to keep up with property taxes.…
Small business relief program to begin accepting applications
VICTORIA, Texas- Starting Monday, Victoria small business owners will be able to apply for $845,000 in COVID-19 relief loans after the Victoria City Council approved an agreement Tuesday with PeopleFund to create the Business Resiliency Microloan Program. The City of…
Texas State Library and Archives Commission announces grants to support libraries during COVID-19
Austin, TX – The Texas State Library and Archives Commission (TSLAC) launched its new TSLAC CARES Grant Program to help libraries statewide respond to COVID-19. This emergency funding comes from the federal appropriation made to the Institute of Museum and…
Tattoo artists waiting for reopening date from state leadership
Tattoo artists waiting for reopening date from state leadership
VICTORIA, Texas - As beauty and nail salons open their doors to customers, tattoo artists across the state are wondering when they'll be able to get…
City declares Economic Development Week
VICTORIA, Texas- Victoria City Council at its meeting Tuesday declared the week of May 4th to 9th Economic Development Week in recognition of local efforts to create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and raise the quality of life. Economic Development…
How you can avoid COVID-19 scams
VPD wants to remind you that criminals are still out there and try to scam you
VICTORIA, Texas - During times like these, scammers begin to pop-up and try to take advantage of people who are trying to help. The Victoria police department gives five ways that you can protect yourself and your family from these…
College students to receive relief grants through CARES Act
VICTORIA, Texas- The CARES Act has prioritized efforts in education across the country. Nearly $14 billion are headed towards education. Locally, Victoria schools will see a nearly $4 million grant. Victoria College…
Sen. Ted Cruz Discussed How the Emergency Relief Bill will Help Millions of Small Businesses
Small businesses are in trouble and the CARES Act is expected to help
TEXAS - Our country is in crisis. In the United States alone, thousands of people have already lost their lives to the coronavirus and millions more are at risk. At the federal, state, and local levels, the government has taken…
Restaurant owners continue serving customers, community
Restaurant owners continue serving customers, community
VICTORIA, Texas - Local restaurant owners Binh Pham and Erica Briggs are working harder than ever to keep their doors open and make sure they pay their employees during…
Confirmed COVID-19 case exposure locations identified in Victoria County
Confirmed COVID-19 case exposure locations identified in Victoria County
VICTORIA, TX - Victoria County is reporting the first 3 cases of COVID-19. These individuals are experiencing mild symptoms and are isolating at home at this time. The Victoria County Public Health Department is identifying any close contacts of the…
Financial security amid COVID-19 pandemic
VICTORIA, Texas- Without a doubt, the Coronavirus pandemic has affected our daily lives and how we spend money as many face an uncertain future. Consumers cautions are reflected heavily on our…
The Department of Education suspends interest on federally held student loans
VICTORIA, Texas - The Trump administration announced relief for those with federal student loans amid the economic repercussions of COVID-19. The Department of Education says interest on federally-held student loans will be waived for 60 days. Borrowers will also have…
Small businesses encouraged to contact UHV Small Business Development Center
UHVSBDC is encouraging small business affected by COVID-19 to contact them for guidance in navigating loans
VICTORIA, Texas - During March 22nd's Victoria City/County Press Briefing, Director of the University of Houston-Victoria Small Business Development Center, Lindsey Young, detailed how small business owners can find help navigating their small business loan applications during the COVID-19 crisis.…
Tax Day extended to July 15th
Extra three months to file taxes
VICTORIA, Texas- Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin announced Friday morning the tax day deadline is now extended to July 15th; that gives you an additional three months to file your taxes. The Coronavirus pandemic…
Stylist remains open for regulars amid COVID-19 crisis
Stylist remains open for regulars amid COVID-19 crisis
VICTORIA, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott signed an executive order Thursday to close all restaurants, bars, food courts and gyms through April 3rd, effective 11:59 p.m. Friday.…
Stocks slide on Wall Street over coronavirus and oil crash
Stocks went into a steep slide Monday on Wall Street as Coronavirus fears and a crash in oil prices spread alarm through the market, triggering the first automatic trading halt in over two decades. The price of oil sank 20%…
Frost Bank celebrates grand opening by donating $5,000 to Mid-Coast Family Services
Frost Bank celebrates grand opening by donating $5,000 to Mid-Coast Family Services
VICTORIA, Texas - Children who have parents being treated for alcohol or drug abuse through Mid-Coast Family Services will be getting a new…
Digital Fight Club match at Dallas Startup Week
Lively debates bring spice to entrepreneurial event
DALLAS, Texas- The Dallas Entrepreneur Center (The DEC Network) will host the sixth annual Dallas Startup Week (DSW) powered by Capital One from April 26-May 1, 2020. Digital Fight Club has partnered with Dallas Startup Week to host an evening…
Entries now open for H-E-B Primo Picks Quest of Texas Best
Now accepting non-food entries
Now in it's seventh year, H-E-B Primo Picks Quest for Texas Best has expanded its search for the finest food and beverages in the Lone Star State to now include non-food items. In addition to food creators, and innovators, Texas-based…
Corpus Christi restaurateur speaks in support of oyster bills at public hearing
Corpus Christi restaurateur speaks in support of oyster bills at public hearing
VICTORIA, Texas - Nine house members of the Texas House Committee on Culture, Recreation and Tourism along with District 30 State Representative Geanie…
