COVID-19 has changed the way people do a lot of things, including how prospective students look at universities across the nation. Now, if a prospective student wants to tour the Texas Tech campus they have to head to the internet, not Lubbock. Tours usually start in front of West Hall, near the campus entrance, but […]
Players Opting Out Of 2020 MLB Season
June 30, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Several Major League players have decided to opt out of the upcoming shortened seasons due to health concerns related to the coronavirus outbreak. Infielder Ryan Zimmerman and pitcher Joe Ross will bypass the opportunity to help the Nationals defend their World Series title, and Diamondbacks pitcher Mike Leake and Rockies outfielder Ian Desmond informed their […]
Governor Abbott pauses additional reopening phases as cases increase
June 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott announced today that he will pause any further phases to reopen the state as Texas responds to the increase in Covid-19 cases. All businesses that were permitted to reopen under the previous phases can continue to operate at the level designated by the phase while still adhering to the minimum standard […]
Rangers Making Plans To Sell Tickets For 2020 Games
June 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The Rangers are making plans to sell tickets for fans to watch games at Globe Life Field this season. Governor Greg Abbott has approved Lone Star State pro teams having 50 percent stadium capacity. The Dallas Morning News also reports MLB has authorized the Rangers having fans in the stands under state guidelines. Until then, […]
Texas Tech issues mandatory face mask policy for all faculty, staff and students
June 25, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The following news release was issued from President Schovanec at Texas Tech University: As we continue preparations for our return to campus and face-to-face instruction in the fall, we are taking into careful consideration all options to provide the safest learning and teaching environment for our community, including an update to previous face covering recommendations. […]
Texas Gov Says Steps Must Be Taken To Slow COVID-19 Spread
June 22, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Texas Governor Greg Abbott says the coronavirus is spreading at an unacceptable rate and he is asking Texans to wear a mask. At an afternoon press conference, the governor said hospitals continue to have abundant capacity to treat patients with the coronavirus. But if people follow the state’s safety protocols, it will help to reduce […]
Texas Democrats hold virtual convention this week
June 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The Texas Democratic Party is starting its virtual convention today as a way of dealing with the coronavirus pandemic. The state party had earlier planned to hold an in-person convention in San Antonio. Among the scheduled speakers are presumptive presidential nominee Joe Biden and House Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The Democratic National Convention has been delayed […]
Floyd’s family plans to march to Houston City Hall, Tuesday
June 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment
In another planned demonstration, George Floyd’s family will march to Houston City Hall on Tuesday. The family will meet at Discovery Green downtown at 3 p.m. and walk to City Hall along with members of the local chapter of Black Lives Matter. Several Texas cities, including Houston, Dallas and Austin, have seen protests in the […]
Texas governor declares state of disaster following violent protests
June 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Governor Greg Abbott has declared a state of disaster for all Texas counties in the midst of violent protests that endanger public safety and threaten property loss and damage. Under the declaration, the governor has the ability to designate federal agents to serve as Texas peace officers. Abbott said he encourages all Texans to exercise […]
DMV reopens some regional service centers today
May 26, 2020 by Leave a Comment
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles says it will reopen some of its regional service centers this week with new health protocols in place. More than a dozen DMV regional offices open today, including in Dallas and Fort Worth. In-person services will be available by appointment only for the same day or the next day. […]
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