Governor Greg Abbott announced March 19 a series of Executive Orders relating to COVID-19 preparedness and mitigation. The four orders serve to limit public gatherings and help reduce exposure for people across the state. These orders are in accordance with federal guidelines issued by the President and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), […]
(March 18, 2020) Governor Greg Abbott today issued a waiver that will allow restaurants to deliver alcoholic beverages with food purchases to patrons, including beer, wine, and mixed drinks. The Governor also directed the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) to waive certain provisions to allow manufacturers, wholesalers, and retailers of alcoholic beverages to repurchase or sell […]
(ROCKWALL COUNTY, TX – March 18, 2020) The Rockwall County Sheriff’s Office has taken steps in conjunction with elected officials and department heads as we continue to respond to the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic. As citizens of Rockwall County, be assured that we are in close communication on a daily basis with all levels of […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX – March 17, 2020) WHEREAS, beginning in December 2019, a novel coronavirus, now designated COVID-19, has spread through the world and has now been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organization; WHEREAS, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is closely monitoring the growing number of cases that have spread into […]
Judge Sweet issues disaster declaration for Rockwall County to enhance preparedness and response to COVID-19 outbreak In a special meeting on Monday, March 16, Rockwall County Judge David Sweet issued the following declaration of a state of disaster in public health for Rockwall County regarding the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), to go into effect Tuesday, March […]
City of Heath Update on Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Tuesday, March 17, 2020 ____________________________________________________________________ “If you are sick, stay home. Testing is far less important at this point than isolating yourself or family member from the general population unless there is respiratory distress.” Dr. Gary A. Bonaquisti, Rockwall County Physician ________________________________________________________________________________ (HEATH, TX – March […]
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Rockwall County taking proactive approach to keep communities safe (ROCKWALL COUNTY – March 13, 2020) Rockwall County has been actively monitoring the situation regarding an outbreak of the Novel Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19). This is a rapidly changing situation, and Rockwall County is taking a proactive approach to ensure that the County is prepared for […]
Royse City ISD sent the following message to RCISD families today: (ROYSE CITY, TX – March 12, 2020) Out of an abundance of caution, Royse City ISD will extend Spring Break one extra week to minimize the potential spread of COVID-19. Beginning Friday, March 13, no extracurricular or UIL activities will take place until further notice. […]
(ROYSE CITY, TX – March 12, 2019) Royse City Chamber of Commerce is closely monitoring the reports of COVID-19 in the area and taking appropriate precautions for all social and networking gatherings scheduled. The risk to the general public in Royse City remains very low. With practical steps of eliminating handshakes as well as regular […]