Matagorda County has a total of 17 confirmed COVID-19 cases
The Matagorda County Emergency Operations Center will hold a Facebook live event at 1 pm Monday, March 30th, 2020. We continue to work with every testing site to keep the public informed concerning the number of positive and negative cases.…
Governor Abbott Announces Expanded Health Care Capacities In Texas
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today held a press conference at the State Capitol where he provided new information on the state’s health care capacity and issued additional Executive Orders. The Governor announced that hospital beds available for COVID-19 patients…
One person who tested positive for COVID-19 visited Joe's Fina Mart
VICTORIA, Texas- Victoria County now has a total of 6 confirmed cases of COVID-19. The Victoria County Public Health Department is identifying anyone who had close contact with the patients while they were sick so they can be isolated, monitored…
5 confirmed COVID-19 cases identified in Calhoun County
Memorial Medical Center in conjunction with Calhoun County and Calhoun County, Texas Emergency Management is reporting the fourth and fifth positive test results for COVID-19 in the area. The patients are residents of Calhoun County, and have been instructed to…
A V.I.S.D employee is one of the six people who tested positive for COVID-19
"VISD Employees, VISD is confirming one of our employees has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. This employee is in good condition and is isolated at home to prevent the spread to others. As we work closely with the Victoria…
Two new confirmed COVID-19 cases identified in Victoria County
The Victoria County Public Health Department identified today two additional confirmed positive cases of COVID-19 caused by the novel coronavirus in Victoria County, now bringing the total case count to six. Two Victoria County male residents, one in his 30’s…
Texas to Receive $237M Federal Grant for COVID-19 Response
WASHINGTON – The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) will receive a $236,756,360.44 federal grant to aid its response to the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) announced today. The funding comes from the Department of Homeland Security’s Federal…
4th case of COVID-19 confirmed in Victoria County
The Victoria County Public Health Department has identified the 4th positive case of novel coronavirus, COVID-19. A Victoria County male in his 30's in isolation in his home, is being monitored by Victoria County Public Health Department (VCPHD) staff. VCPHD…
WATCH LIVE: 3 p.m. Victoria Emergency Management COVID-19 briefing
VICTORIA, Texas- The following people will speak at Monday’s press briefing: Dr. John McNeill, public health authority, and David Gonzales, Victoria County Public Health Department director, will go over information about confirmed cases in Victoria County. Chief J.J. Craig, Victoria Police…
Congressman Cloud's statement on the CARES Act
District 27 Congressman Michael Cloud released the following statement regarding H.R. 748 – Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act: "Our country is facing an unprecedented epidemic that threatens our public health and our economic security. While I have…
Governor Abbott waives certain licensing regulations for pharmacists
AUSTIN, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott has waived certain licensing renewal regulations for Texas pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, and pharmacy technician trainees. With these waivers, the Governor is temporarily extending expiration dates for licenses and temporarily suspending continuing education requirements for…
Travel form for Governor's mandated 14-day self-quarantine for some incoming travelers
AUSTIN, Texas – In response to Governor Abbott’s Executive Order, DPS has added the required travel form and terms of self-quarantine to our website for individuals traveling to Texas — with Texas being their final destination — through an airport…
State waives renewal requirements for Medicaid and SNAP
AUSTIN, Texas – Texas Health and Human Services announced today SNAP and Medicaid benefit renewals currently due will automatically be renewed so existing clients can maintain continuity of coverage during the COVID-19 public health crisis. “During this difficult time, we’re…
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…
City works to accommodate residents’ financial needs
VICTORIA, Texas-The City of Victoria has amended its policies to lessen financial pressure on residents during the COVID-19 situation. “We realize that many residents are facing financial difficulties as a result of this pandemic, and we want to relieve some…
Retired nurses turned quilters make homemade masks for healthcare providers
VICTORIA, Texas- In the midst of much uncertainty, we see the instinct of people to care for one another. A local Victoria woman has turned her…
