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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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Montgomery County's 2nd vaccine hub set in The Woodlands; Conroe hub, public health district to get more doses

By Ben Thompson
10:28 AM Jan 25, 2021 CST
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Austin ISD reported its highest number of COVID-19 cases the week of Jan. 4, but that number has decreased for two consecutive weeks, according to the district. (Courtesy Austin ISD)
Published 8:26 PM Jan 25, 2021 CST
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Austin ISD sees 70% drop in on-campus students over past 2 weeks after district asks families to stay home

See how COVID-19 continues to impact Travis County. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Updated 7:19 PM Jan 25, 2021 CST
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Despite drop in hospital admissions, Travis County adds 4,039 new COVID-19 cases over past 7 days

Photo of a hand holding a vaccine vial
Published 5:28 PM Jan 25, 2021 CST
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Travis County vaccine providers receive 16,450 coronavirus vaccine doses for week of Jan. 25


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

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

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

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


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

Founders Day 2019 included a live wedding to honor Dripping Springs as the wedding capital of Texas. (Courtesy Al Gawlick Photography)
Published 9:33 PM Jan 19, 2021 CST
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Drippings Springs cancels Founders Day festival for the second year in a row

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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

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


H-E-B is preparing to accept coronavirus vaccine appointments through an online portal. (Nicholas Cicale/Community Impact Newspaper)
Published 7:00 AM Jan 16, 2021 CST
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H-E-B launches vaccine portal; Whipped Bakery opens in Leander and more top Central Texas news

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Published 4:27 PM Jan 15, 2021 CST
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Austin City Council, Travis County Commissioners Court will hold rare joint session to address 'dire' COVID-19 status

A group of Austin-area school districts is advocating for early distribution of COVID-19 vaccines for school staff members. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
Published 12:52 PM Jan 15, 2021 CST
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Austin-area school districts advocate for teachers to receive COVID-19 vaccines

Dr. Anthony Fauci gave remarks while accepting the Ken Shine Prize in Health Leadership from Dell Medical School. (Screenshot via The University of Texas)
Published 2:01 PM Jan 14, 2021 CST
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Dr. Anthony Fauci praises UT researcher’s role in vaccine development


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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
  • Austin ISD reported its highest number of COVID-19 cases the week of Jan. 4, but that number has decreased for two consecutive weeks, according to the district. (Courtesy Austin ISD)
    Austin ISD sees 70% drop in on-campus students over past 2 weeks after district asks families to stay home
  • Dr. Judith L. Thompson recently took the time to answer several general questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. (Courtesy Texas Children’s Hospital)
    'We still have a long way to go': Central Texas physician answers questions about COVID-19 vaccine
  • Photo of a doctor handling a vaccine
    As community waits anxiously, here is where Travis County stands with COVID-19 vaccine distribution
  • Photo of a hand holding a vaccine vial
    Travis County vaccine providers receive 16,450 coronavirus vaccine doses for week of Jan. 25
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