Three of Gov. Greg Abbott’s four coronavirus medical advisers say they weren’t directly consulted before he lifted mask mandate
March 4th, 2021By Shawn Mulcahy, The Texas Tribune March 3, 2021 “Three of Gov. Greg Abbott’s four coronavirus medical advisers say they weren’t directly consulted before he lifted mask mandate” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about…
CEO of Texas power grid operator terminated in aftermath of winter storm
March 4th, 2021By Erin Douglas and Mitchell Ferman, The Texas Tribune March 3, 2021 “CEO of Texas power grid operator terminated in aftermath of winter storm” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
Texas school boards don’t have to require masks, education officials announce
March 3rd, 2021By Aliyya Swaby, The Texas Tribune March 3, 2021 “Texas school boards don’t have to require masks, education officials announce” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Masks…
President Joe Biden says Texas made “big mistake” by lifting mask mandate, suggests “Neanderthal thinking”
March 3rd, 2021By Patrick Svitek, The Texas Tribune March 3, 2021 “President Joe Biden says Texas made “big mistake” by lifting mask mandate, suggests “Neanderthal thinking”” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
Texas teachers, child care workers now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine
March 3rd, 2021By Aliyya Swaby, The Texas Tribune March 3, 2021 “Texas teachers, child care workers now eligible for COVID-19 vaccine” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government and statewide issues. Sign up…
State Sales Tax Revenue Totaled $2.5 Billion in February, with an Additional $167 Million from March 1 Activity
March 3rd, 2021(Press Release) (AUSTIN) — The majority of February sales tax revenue is based on sales made in January and remitted to the agency in February. For this period, however, the Feb. 22 due date for state taxes and fees to be reported and paid was extended by one week, due…
College says in person classes returning Summer 2021
March 3rd, 2021(Press Release) Uvalde, TX, March 2, 2021– SWTJC President Dr. Hector Gonzales reported the return-to-campus plan for students, faculty, and staff during the board meeting on Feb. 25 via Zoom. Gonzales stated staff would resume to a more on-campus presence beginning late April, while students and faculty would begin face-to-face…
“It’s putting us in the firing line”: Some small-business owners worry about Gov. Greg Abbott lifting coronavirus restrictions
March 3rd, 2021By Mitchell Ferman, Duncan Agnew and Megan Menchaca, The Texas Tribune March 2, 2021 ““It’s putting us in the firing line”: Some small-business owners worry about Gov. Greg Abbott lifting coronavirus restrictions” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages…
Keep wearing your mask, health officials say after Gov. Greg Abbott lifts mask mandate
March 3rd, 2021By Karen Brooks Harper, The Texas Tribune March 2, 2021 “Keep wearing your mask, health officials say after Gov. Greg Abbott lifts mask mandate” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…
Texas’ local officials blast Gov. Greg Abbott for “irresponsible action” of lifting coronavirus restrictions
March 3rd, 2021By Juan Pablo Garnham, The Texas Tribune March 2, 2021 “Texas’ local officials blast Gov. Greg Abbott for “irresponsible action” of lifting coronavirus restrictions” was first published by The Texas Tribune, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media organization that informs Texans — and engages with them — about public policy, politics, government…