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Governor suspends elective surgery in 75 Texas counties to ensure there's room for COVID-19 patients

By Bob Pepalis | 4 years ago

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has suspended elective surgeries for hospitals in 75 counties across 11 trauma service areas to make sure beds are available for COVID-19 patients as a surge in cases continues.

Judge's order includes mandate that Titus County residents wear masks at retail businesses

By Bob Pepalis | Apr 29, 2020

Titus County residents must continue to wear masks whenever they go to a business, under rules set by Judge Brian Lee.