Officials encourage use of face coverings

  • Gov. Greg Abbott extended the COVID-19 disaster declaration on Aug. 8 emphasizing the use of face coverings, such as in the photo here taken July 11. AA-S press pool photo
    Gov. Greg Abbott extended the COVID-19 disaster declaration on Aug. 8 emphasizing the use of face coverings, such as in the photo here taken July 11. AA-S press pool photo
Local, state and federal officials are encouraging residents to do their part and exercise diligence in wearing face coverings to help prevent the spread of COVID-19 as confirmed cases and fatalities continue to climb. "I urge Texans to remain vigilant in our fight against this virus," Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement on Saturday, Aug. 8. "Everyone must do their part to slow the spread of…

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