COVID-19 has been difficult for both businesses and individuals, but we will get through this together. Texas Health Resources and UT Southwestern Medical Center are inviting businesses and community members to help them find new ways to overcome challenges brought on by the pandemic. In partnership with Texas Health Resources, UT Southwestern … [Read more...]
Tarrant County
DFW COVID-19 Prevalence Study Invites People to Join the Fight Against Coronavirus
Up To $10,000 Available For Small Businesses Through The Tarrant County Small Business Assistance Grant Program
The Tarrant County Small Business Assistance Grant Program is now accepting applications for its second round of funding. Applications close Tuesday, November 10. The program was created to assist Small Businesses within Tarrant County that have been adversely affected by the current COVID19 public health emergency. The dollar amount of individual … [Read more...]
Arlington Voters Can Catch Free Rides To The Polls
Early voting for the November 3, 2020 election is in full swing, and Tarrant County is doing its part to help people get to the polls. Tarrant County has partnered with local transportation services to make sure every voter can make their voice heard. “We are trying to give every eligible voter in Tarrant County the ability to vote in the … [Read more...]
Tips For Early Voting
Registered voters in Tarrant County can vote at any of 50 voting centers scattered throughout the county. Early voting starts tomorrow, Tuesday, October 13th, and runs through October 30th. The centers will be open every day except for Sunday, October 18th. Hours vary, but all of the centers are open at least from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. On October … [Read more...]
Governor Abbott Suspends Elective Surgeries in Four Texas Counties
Governor Abbott issued an order today, suspending elective surgeries in Dallas, Bexar, Harris and Travis Counties. Through amendments to the order, the Governor can add or subtract counties from the list as hospital capacity changes.The Governor’s order instructs hospitals to postpone all surgeries and procedures not immediately medically … [Read more...]
Governor Abbott Stresses Masks and Distance as Covid-19 Cases Grow
On Monday Governor Greg Abbott once again cautioned Texans that Covid-19 cases and hospitalizations are growing too rapidly. Wearing face masks and maintaining a 6-foot distance from others have been proven effective against the spread of the disease. While the increases are troubling, the Governor said they are not alarming and no new restrictions … [Read more...]