Aldine ISD extends at-home learning thru Sept. 11
October class start possible Aldine ISD Trustees approve waiver request to allow virtual learning to continue into October, if necessary Aldine ISD will extend virtual learning for one …
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County rent assistance available
Commissioners vote $25 million; application info here Harris County, Texas – Friday, August 14, 2020, The Harris County Commissioners and Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo unanimously approved a …
County passes COVID relief bills
$25 Million for Economic Relief; $32 Million for Digital Divide HARRIS COUNTY – With the COVID-19 Pandemic continuing to affect the nation’s health and economy, and Congress unable …
Limited visits to nursing homes now okay
HHSC to Allow Limited Visitation at Nursing Facilities and Long-Term Care Facilities State Enhances Certain Emergency Safety Rules AUSTIN –The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) today …
COVID MASKS new policy for Houston
HOUSTON – Mayor Sylvester Turner announced today that he has directed the Houston Police Department to issue warnings and citations to anyone not wearing a face mask or …
Governor Abbott waives grade promotion requirements for 2020-2021 STAAR testing
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott announced that the grade promotion requirement related to the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) test for students in grades 5 …
Governor Abbott extends early voting period for November 3rd Election
AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott issued a Proclamation extending the early voting period for the November 3rd Election by nearly a week. Under this proclamation, early voting by …
County Attorney Ryan warns residents to avoid COVID-19 scams
Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan reminds everyone to be aware of scams using the coronavirus to try to trick you out of your money or personal information. Crooks …
Application period opens for Harris County small business recovery fund
Grants of up to $25,000 Available; Recipients Will be Selected at End of 10 Day Application Window Harris County, Texas – July 13, 2020 – Eligible businesses can …