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
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…
Realtors turn to 'Payment Protection Plan' to stay afloat amid pandemic
VICTORIA, Texas- As the economy takes a dive, real estate has seen an impact. Many consumers are opting to wait on home searches through the…
Residents left confused as statewide eviction moratorium not honored
VICTORIA, Texas -- The Texas Supreme Court has now extended an eviction moratorium through April 30th as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. As unemployment rates steadily rise,…
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Sen. Ted Cruz Discussed How the Emergency Relief Bill will Help Millions of Small Businesses
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
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
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
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
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…
Frost to close bank lobbies temporarily in response to COVID-19
SAN ANTONIO, March 20, 2020 – Frost Bank, in a move to protect its customers and employees, temporarily will close the lobbies at its financial centers around Texas at the end of the business day on Friday, March 20. Frost’s…
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
VICTORIA, Texas - Children who have parents being treated for alcohol or drug abuse through Mid-Coast Family Services will be getting a new…
