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Bandera City repeals ordinance regarding mask fines
Bandera City Council voted 3-2 Monday night to rescind Ordinance No. 377, which was enacted last July. The vote was held during a special meeting following state-mandated closures of bars throughout the county on Dec. 29.
Texas legislators eye tougher rules on chemical tanks to prevent explosions, spills during storms
A string of explosions involving little-regulated petroleum and chemical storage tanks have lawmakers and regulators talking about new rules as the Legislature prepares to convene this month.
Texas school sports moved indoors for the winter along with COVID-19
Some states delayed winter sports, but Texas has allowed the games to go on with precautions. Medical experts say the transmission risks are simply too high.
Texan Bars closed as virus surges … Again.
Gillespie County among many other counties' bars will have to close and businesses now operating at 75% were ordered to scale back to 50% capacity beginning at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, County Judge Mark Stroeher announced after an order by Texas Governor Greg Abbott.
‘I Don’t Think It’s Inevitable’: Mental Health Experts On Coping With Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal affective disorder could be a larger problem this year after months of social isolation, but there are ways to manage symptoms.
Texas’ move to control coal ash pollution could shield industry from tougher rules under Biden-led EPA
Texas is close to finalizing a years-long effort to wrangle control of coal ash pollution from the EPA, a move that could, for a time, keep coal companies insulated from tougher rules expected from the next administration.
Texas House Speaker Dennis Bonnen tests positive for coronavirus
“We are unable to pinpoint our initial exposure, as we ... made the difficult decision to celebrate Christmas with just our own household this year,” Bonnen, who is retiring from the House, wrote on his Facebook page.
Kerrville loses ‘brilliant’ doctor, teacher, recovery advocate to COVID-19
Prayers flooded Facebook earlier this month after word spread that a beloved local doctor was hospitalized in San Antonio with COVID-19.
Governor Greg Abbott to receive COVID-19 vaccine on Dec. 22
Abbott has stressed that the vaccine will not be required for Texans, and on Monday, he specifically said it will not be mandatory for the state's school children.
Analyzing 2020: The pandemic recession in Texas
We've selected some Texas Tribune columns from 2020 on the recession and the budget.
FDA approves Moderna vaccine, clearing way for Kerrville to receive it in coming days
With the Food and Drug Administration approving emergency use of a COVID-19 vaccine made by Moderna on Friday it will be good news for Kerr County, according to Peterson Health’s top medical official
Stocking Stuffers For All Your Texas Friends
This year has been a whirlwind of emotions and stress, here are some fun ideas for some Texas themed gifts to bring a smile to your family this holiday season.
