As of the end of Friday, May 21, 2021 government entities in the State of Texas may no longer require face coverings. This includes county, city, school district, and public health authority and government officials.

The Executive Order, signed by Texas Governor Greg Abbott, stipulates a fine of up to $1,000 for failure to comply by such government entities.

Public Schools are allowed to continue following current policies regarding the wearing of face coverings until June 4, 2021.

In addition, state supported living centers, government-owned hospitals, and government operated hospitals may continue to use appropriate polices regarding the wearing of face coverings.

Furthermore, business activities and legal proceedings are now free to proceed without COVID-19 related limitations imposed by local government entities and officials. The exception would be in counties with high hospitalizations, as defined by Executive Order GA-34 issued March 2, 2021.

As of Sunday, 21.4 million doses of the COVID-19 vaccine has been administered to 12.3 million Texans.

Just over 40% of people 12 years or older are now fully vaccinated in our state. This number comprises of 68% of Texans as 65 or older.

FULLY VACCINATED

12 years + | 65 years +
–Freestone: 22.14% | 46.92%
–Navarro: 33.38% | 63.24%
–Limestone: 25.13% | 49.64%
–Leon: 29.17% | 54.75%
–Anderson: 23.96% | 49.13%

COVID-19 CASES

The Texas Department of Health and Humans Services has updated their COVID-19 app, visit dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/ and click Case Count to view to information.

Always remember that the numbers are what were reported from the state, and there are many factors included in counting numbers.

Here is a current look at cases for local counties:

Confirmed | Probable | Fatalities | Active cases
–Freestone: 1,118 | 829 | 50 | 50
–Navarro: 3,471 | 2,372 | 143 | 61
–Limestone: 2,159 | 644 | 79 | 30
–Leon: 1,278 | 363 | 43 | 9
–Anderson: 4,796 | 1,416 | 126 | 208

The inmate unit list has been shortened to only include the prisons in Freestone County and surrounding counties.

Current numbers of confirmed active case inmates in the State of Texas are as follows:
–Beto – 2 inmate and 2 employees
–Boyd – 1 inmates and 2 employees
–Coffield – 0 inmates and 3 employees
–Michael – 0 inmates and 2 employees
–Powledge – 0 inmates and 2 employees

LOCAL VACCINE SITES

Texas is currently allowing vaccinations for all persons 12 and over.

Visit online at https://dshs.texas.gov/coronavirus/ to find a location near you.

Know someone who is eligible for a vaccine but doesn’t have internet access? Have them call 833-832-7067 for referral to a local vaccine provider.

Or, text your zip code to 438829 to receive a list of vaccination sites near you.

When searching for a vaccination site, remember:
–While vaccine supply and distribution are expanding, not all local providers have vaccine each week and hubs may have waiting lists.
–Do not show up at a hub or provider looking for a vaccine.
–Instead, check the provider’s website. Call only if the website doesn’t answer your questions.

Local providers include the following:

–Freestone County
Pharmacy Plus of Teague – Walk-ins and appointments available. Call 254-739-2585.
Hometown Pharmacy – Fairfield: Call (903) 389-2541 to schedule an appointment.

–Limestone County
HEB – Mexia: Walk-ins and appointments available. Call 254-562-5123.
CVS Pharmacy – Call 254-472-0306 to inquire.
Walmart – Mexia: Walk-ins and appointments available. Call 254-562-3831.

–Anderson County:
Palestine Regional Medical Center – Palestine: follow their Facebook (@palestineregional) for the registration link and updates. Appointments are first come first serve via their registration link at prmcvaccine.timetap.com
Kroger Pharmacy – Palestine: Call 903-729-5362 or visit https://www.kroger.com/i/coronavirus-update/vaccine for more information
Brookshire’s Pharmacy: Call 90-723-1092 or visit www.brookshirebrothers.com/covid-19
Walgreens – Walk-ins accepted. Call 903-723-4705 for information.
CVS Pharmacy – Call 903-729-6055 to inquire.
Walmart – Palestine: Walk-ins welcome. Call 903-729-4441.

–Navarro County
HEB – Corsicana: Walk-ins welcome. Call 903-874-6546 or visit www.vaccine.heb.com for more information.
Walmart – Corsicana: Walk-ins welcome. Call 903-872-6691.
Super 1 Pharmacy – Call 903-874-2152 for information.
P&S Rexall Pharmacy – Call 903-874-5691 for information.
CVS Pharmacy – Call 903-874-6597 to inquire.
Brookshire Pharmacy – Call 903-874-1111 for information.
Hometown Pharmacy – Corsicana: Call (903) 872-3784 to schedule an appointment.

–Leon County
Brookshire’s Pharmacy – Buffalo – Call your local store for more information or visit www.brookshirebrothers.com/covid-19.