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Since February, Community Impact Newspaper journalists have been covering what the coronavirus pandemic means at the local level for residents, businesses and local government entities across three major metro areas in Texas.

The articles below highlight coverage from our journalists in Houston, Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth to provide more insight on topics such as contact tracing, testing and other issues related to the pandemic. Our team is speaking with health experts, political leaders, residents and business owners on a regular basis to help inform all readers.

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Austin City Council finds $15 million to lighten pandemic pain on music venues, child care, legacy businesses

By Christopher Neely
8:31 PM Oct 1, 2020 CDT
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Hays County opened its COVID-19 vaccine portal Jan. 22. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Published 7:00 PM Jan 22, 2021 CST
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Vaccine portal opens in Hays County; read Austin business news and more Central Texas info

Here is what you need to know today about the coronavirus in Williamson County. (Community Impact staff)
Published 5:27 PM Jan 22, 2021 CST
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Williamson County adds 294 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths Jan. 22

Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said those who wish to return to campus can do so beginning Jan. 25. (Courtesy Austin ISD)
Published 9:10 AM Jan 22, 2021 CST
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Austin ISD families can return to campus after 2 weeks of encouraging virtual learning


By noon Jan. 20, Williamson County had two hubs operating—one in Sun City and one in North Austin. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Published 3:20 PM Jan 21, 2021 CST
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Williamson County COVID-19 vaccine hubs inoculate 2,500 residents on first day

Dr. Judith L. Thompson recently took the time to answer several general questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. (Courtesy Texas Children’s Hospital)
Published 2:10 PM Jan 21, 2021 CST
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'We still have a long way to go': Central Texas physician answers questions about COVID-19 vaccine

Williamson County increases its COVID-19 rent and utility aid. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Published 9:05 AM Jan 21, 2021 CST
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Williamson County increases COVID-19 rent and utility aid

In addition to vaccine hubs, there are also smaller community vaccine providers throughout Texas, such as pharmacies, that may also have the vaccine available. (Eva Vigh/Community Impact Newspaper)
Updated 7:58 PM Jan 21, 2021 CST
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EXPLAINED: When, where and how Texans can receive the COVID-19 vaccine


Round Rock ISD has temporarily suspended on-campus instruction and extracurricular activities until Jan. 27. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Updated 8:47 AM Jan 21, 2021 CST
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Round Rock ISD temporarily closes Cedar Ridge High School due to rising COVID-19 cases

Photo of a doctor handling a vaccine
Published 7:21 PM Jan 20, 2021 CST
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As community waits anxiously, here is where Travis County stands with COVID-19 vaccine distribution

Here is what you need to know today about the coronavirus in Williamson County. (Community Impact staff)
Published 6:43 PM Jan 20, 2021 CST
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Williamson County reports 12 new COVID-19-related deaths Jan. 20

Registration for Williamson County COVID-19 vaccines opened Jan. 19. (Sandra Sadek/Community Impact Newspaper)
Updated 12:42 PM Jan 21, 2021 CST
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Registration for Williamson County COVID-19 vaccines now open


Here are the coronavirus updates you need to know in Williamson County. (Community Impact staff)
Published 5:45 PM Jan 19, 2021 CST
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Williamson County adds nearly 1,500 new coronavirus cases, 7 deaths over MLK weekend

Screen shot of a web meeting
Published 4:16 PM Jan 19, 2021 CST
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COVID-19 rates in Travis County starting to improve, but vaccine distribution remains complicated

Williamson County is on schedule to receive 6,000 COVID-19 vaccines the week of Jan. 18. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Published 12:21 PM Jan 19, 2021 CST
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Williamson County awaiting 6,000 COVID-19 vaccines

COVID-19 vaccines
Published 5:17 PM Jan 18, 2021 CST
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DATA: Texas has vaccinated about 9% of estimated Phase 1 recipients


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  • In addition to vaccine hubs, there are also smaller community vaccine providers throughout Texas, such as pharmacies, that may also have the vaccine available. (Eva Vigh/Community Impact Newspaper)
    EXPLAINED: When, where and how Texans can receive the COVID-19 vaccine
  • Here is what you need to know today about the coronavirus in Williamson County. (Community Impact staff)
    Williamson County reports 12 new COVID-19-related deaths Jan. 20
  • Here is what you need to know today about the coronavirus in Williamson County. (Community Impact staff)
    Williamson County adds 294 new COVID-19 cases, 3 deaths Jan. 22
  • By noon Jan. 20, Williamson County had two hubs operating—one in Sun City and one in North Austin. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
    Williamson County COVID-19 vaccine hubs inoculate 2,500 residents on first day
  • Superintendent Stephanie Elizalde said those who wish to return to campus can do so beginning Jan. 25. (Courtesy Austin ISD)
    Austin ISD families can return to campus after 2 weeks of encouraging virtual learning
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