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Austin-area health officials prep for vaccines to open to kids 12 and up
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As Travis County receives fewer vaccines this week, state asks for 'one more big push' in distribution
Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde, pictured here in January, said Austin ISD will look to spend federal dollars on direct services to students. (Courtesy Austin ISD)
Austin ISD to receive $156 million in federal COVID-19 support with goal of recouping academic losses
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Austin health authority says COVID-19 conditions are improving, but masks remain vital
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Travis County to receive 44,530 Moderna, Pfizer doses week of April 26
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Texas providers authorized to resume use of Johnson & Johnson vaccine
The Zach Theatre has hosted an outdoor performance series this year. (Olivia Aldridge/Community Impact Newspaper)
Local venues, festivals anticipate fall shows as Austin opens door for live events
Austin ISD trustees approved a resolution April 22 regarding federal education funding currently being held by the state. (Courtesy Austin ISD)
Austin ISD asks state to provide school districts with CARES Act funding earmarked for education spending
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Appointments no longer needed for drive-thru vaccines at Circuit of the Americas
Austin ISD staff at Pleasant Hill Elementary School distribute meals over the summer in 2020. (Nicholas Cicale/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin ISD to again offer free lunch to students during 2021-22 school year
As part of President Joe Biden’s plan to reopen schools safely nationwide, the department’s National School Lunch Program Seamless Summer Option is being expanded beyond the summertime. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
USDA extends free school meals provision through 2021-22 school year
Austin Public Health Director Stephanie Hayden-Howard speaks to reporters March 13 at the Delco Actiity Center in Northeast Austin. Residents can walk up to the Delco Center on April 22 and 23 and receive vaccines without an appointment. (Jack Flagler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin Public Health will accept walk-up vaccinations at the Delco Activity Center starting April 22
The Delco Activity Center in Northeast Austin is one of the locations where residents can receive a COVID-19 vaccine. (Jack Flalger/Community Impact Newspaper)
Austin vaccine updates: Demand slows as state begins marketing push
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Austin Public Health lengthens windows for vaccine appointment signups
The program, which began this week in San Marcos, gives Amazon and Whole Foods employees and contractors direct access to COVID-19 vaccinations. (Courtesy Amazon)
Amazon begins rollout of statewide vaccination clinics for employees
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Travis County establishes new emergency rental assistance program for 2021
Federal funding is set aside for public schools to address effects of the pandemic. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Why Texas has not yet distributed $18 billion in federal funds intended for public schools
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After Austin Public Health appointments go unfilled, officials call for new distribution model
Masking continues to be required, with some relaxed circumstances for fully vaccinated residents. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Austin extends COVID-19 health rules through May 18, updates guidance for vaccinated residents