Townsquare Media Victoria is dedicated to keeping you up to date with the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) news and information from the Crossroads. On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for the disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as “2019 novel coronavirus” or “2019-nCoV”. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. The name of this disease was selected following the World Health Organization (WHO) best practice external icon for the naming of new human infectious diseases. SEE THE LATEST LOCAL CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION AND STORIES BELOW:
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The Rent Is Too High In Texas: Over Half Of Us Are Paying Too Much
If you feel like your rent is way too high, you're not alone. 51% of Texans are "cost-burdened" by their rent, according to a new report.
The New COVID-19 Variant Has Some Strange New Symptoms for Texans
Deny it all you want to but COVID-19 is still around. This latest variant is bringing some strange new symptoms to Texans who contract it.
US Health Officials Recommend Booster Shot of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine
U.S. health officials just endorsed booster shots of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine for some at-risk Americans.
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Are Texans Being Bullied into Getting The Vaccine? [Poll]
A controversial anti-vaccination billboard in San Antonio reads " Don't Be Bullied." What are your thoughts Crossroads? Are Texans getting bullied into getting vaccinated?
VISD May Require Masks for Students or Risk Closing Campuses
In a heartfelt letter to Victoria, Dr. Quintin Shepherd, Superintendent of VISD offered two options. Require students to wear masks or risk closing campuses.
Christ’s Kitchen in Victoria to Host Vaccine Clinic July 8th
Christ's Kitchen requests that anyone who wishes to register to call Trish at 361-935-4500.
Need Help Paying Rent? The City of Victoria has Options
The city's development services program has received funds from Texas Emergency Rental Assistance. These funds are meant specifically for those who are falling behind on what is due each month.
Victoria to Offer Covid-19 Vaccine by Appointment on Tuesdays
Anyone interested in a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine can go online to www.vcphd.org or call 361-578-6281 ext. 3207 to schedule an appointment on a Tuesday.
Entire State of Texas Reports Zero COVID-Related Deaths on May 16th
For the first time in over a year, the entire state of Texas was able to report ZERO COVID-19 related deaths.
Victoria’s COVID-19 Numbers on the Rise in April
After seeing the number of cases decline in both February and March, Victoria is starting to see COVID-19 cases on the rise in early April.
Abbott Bans Government Issued Vaccine Passports in Texas
"Government should not require any Texan to show proof of vaccination and reveal private health information just to go about their daily lives."
Pfizer Says Their Vaccine Is 100% Effective in Teens
Pfizer says its COVID-19 vaccine is safe and strongly protective in kids as young as 12.