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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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Photo of nurses offering drive-thru vaccines
Published 5:10 PM Apr 22, 2021 CDT
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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)
Published 3:34 PM Apr 22, 2021 CDT
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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)
Published 12:00 PM Apr 21, 2021 CDT
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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)
Published 6:48 PM Apr 20, 2021 CDT
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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)
Published 6:48 PM Apr 19, 2021 CDT
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Austin vaccine updates: Demand slows as state begins marketing push

Photo of people receiving vaccines in a gym
Published 7:08 AM Apr 19, 2021 CDT
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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)
Updated 10:17 AM Apr 16, 2021 CDT
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Amazon begins rollout of statewide vaccination clinics for employees


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Published 2:29 PM Apr 14, 2021 CDT
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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)
Published 1:03 PM Apr 14, 2021 CDT
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Why Texas has not yet distributed $18 billion in federal funds intended for public schools

Photo of hands holding a vaccine vial
Published 6:36 PM Apr 13, 2021 CDT
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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)
Published 5:03 PM Apr 13, 2021 CDT
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Austin extends COVID-19 health rules through May 18, updates guidance for vaccinated residents


The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and U.S. Food and Drug Administration recommended health providers pause distribution of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine April 13. (Olivia Aldridge/Community Impact Newspaper)
Published 11:29 AM Apr 13, 2021 CDT
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State, federal health authorities recommend pause of Johnson & Johnson vaccine after 6 rare, severe blood clots

Recipients of the COVID-19 vaccine wait after receiving their shot at the Delco Activity Center in Northeast Austin on March 13. (Jack Flagler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Published 7:33 PM Apr 12, 2021 CDT
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National supply issues with Johnson & Johnson vaccine affect Austin-area shipments

Austin Public Health holds a vaccination clinic at the Delco Activity Center in Northeast Austin. (Jack Flagler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Published 7:00 AM Apr 10, 2021 CDT
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Coronavirus updates from Austin, Travis County; governor bans 'vaccine passports' and more top Central Texas news

Romeo's Pizza held its Georgetown groundbreaking April 6. (Courtesy Romeo's Pizza)
Published 7:00 PM Apr 9, 2021 CDT
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Romeo's Pizza coming to Georgetown; Vacancy Brewing opens in South Austin and more Central Texas news


Photo of a Moderna vaccine vial
Published 4:14 PM Apr 9, 2021 CDT
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Austin Public Health coronavirus vaccine portal opens to all adults April 12

A resident at EdenHill Communities receives their second dose of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine. (Lauren Canterberry/Community Impact Newspaper)
Updated 6:10 PM Apr 7, 2021 CDT
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Amid the struggle to get vaccinated, these Austin moms have helped over 3,900 people get appointments

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Published 1:23 PM Apr 7, 2021 CDT
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Austin Public Library to begin resuming in-person services May 10

Gov. Greg Abbott issued an executive order April 5 banning governments from issuing "vaccine passport" mandates that would require residents to show proof of vaccination in order to enter a public place or receive services. (Jack Flagler/Community Impact Newspaper)
Updated 10:39 AM Apr 6, 2021 CDT
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New order from Gov. Greg Abbott bans government-mandated 'vaccine passports' in Texas


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  • 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
  • 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
  • Photo of nurses offering drive-thru vaccines
    Appointments no longer needed for drive-thru vaccines at Circuit of the Americas
  • 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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