FREE COVID Testing in Hood County
COVID-19 NO COST TESTING - ANYONE CAN BE TESTED DATES: Thursday, August 13th and Friday, August 14th TIME: 9:00AM to 2:00PM LOCATION: Hood County Emergency Operation Center 401 Deputy Larry Miller Drive Granbury, TX 76048 Additional Info: This is a PCR Nasal Swab test.You must sign up for an appointment window at the website listed below:https://doodle.com/poll/te5xre4kv6gmrcg2Registration will be completed upon arrival with the use of a QR code.Results expected in 72-96 hours.If you are unable to
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 8/4/20 10PM
557 total COVID-19 cases have been detected in Hood County residents since mid-March (49 new cases detected locally since my 7-29 report, and another 109 were added from Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), including dozens self-reported through Texas Health Trace). We currently have 82 active cases hospitalized or under isolation, and an 9.3% positive test rate.Texas Health Trace website has now been in effect for over two months, and DSHS is confirming these self-reports before adding to
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 7/29/20, 8am
UPDATED Texas Workforce Commission and DSHS recommendations for repeat COVID testing (7-23-2020): COVID-19 testing is NOT required or recommended for most for people to return to work or regular activities following mild COVID-19 illness. Criteria include at least ten days since the onset of symptoms consistent with coronavirus illness (or date of positive test if no symptoms), complete RESOLUTION of those symptoms, and more than 24 hours fever free without the use of fever reducing medication. Download the
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 7/23/20, 1PM
341 total COVID-19 cases have been detected in Hood County residents since mid-March (53 new cases since my 7-20 report). We currently have 150 active cases hospitalized or under isolation, and a 9.5% positive test rate.There are differences between local county reports and DSHS website numbers because of delays in processing local cases to DSHS and their need to ultimately deconflict multiple reporting sources across the state.137 local COVID-19 PCR nasal swab tests (looking for active COVID-19 infection)
Hood County COVID-18 Interim Update - 07/20/20, 11am
288 total COVID-19 cases have been detected in Hood County residents since mid-March (77 new cases since my 7-14 report).There are differences between local county reports and DSHS website numbers because of delays in processing local cases to DSHS and their need to ultimately deconflict multiple reporting sources across the state.193 local COVID-19 PCR nasal swab tests (looking for active COVID-19 infection) are waiting for laboratory results.288 total cases in Hood County confirmed by positive PCR nasal
Local Chef Megan Potts is refining the Granbury food scene with her new Restaurant Anise.
Restaurant Anise is happy to announce its grand opening Friday, 24 July 2020. Diners will be able to enjoy fine dining in an intimate and quaint dining room, Thursday through Saturday evenings at 605 Calinco Drive. With a globally influenced limited menu that changes monthly and features locally sourced produce, Restaurant Anise is already creating a buzz with local foodies. From exotic meats and fresh seafood, to hand made pastas and charcuterie, there will always be something new to intrigue guests’
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 7/14/2020, 10AM
211 total COVID-19 cases have been detected in Hood County residents since mid-March (28 new cases since my 7-9 report).There are differences between local county reports and DSHS website numbers because of delays in processing local cases to DSHS and their need to ultimately deconflict multiple reporting sources across the state.129 local COVID-19 PCR nasal swab tests (looking for active COVID-19 infection) are waiting for laboratory results. 211 total cases in Hood County confirmed by positive PCR nasal
“Back-to-Back” Win! City of Granbury, Texas Named Best Historic Small Town in America for second year in a row!
Visit Granbury, the City of Granbury’s Convention & Visitor’s Bureau, today announced Granbury has been named the Best Historic Small Town 2020 by USA Today 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award. The City of Granbury takes the top spot from 10 nominees in this annual 10Best Readers’ Choice Travel Award for the second year in a row. The 10Best competition publicized that “Someday, we'll all be ready to pack our suitcases again and head out on our next adventures. In the meantime, we'll keep supporting the
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 7/9/2020 4PM
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 7-9-2020, 4 pm 183 total COVID-19 cases have been detected in Hood County residents since mid-March (52 new cases since my 7-6 report).There are differences between local county reports and DSHS website numbers because of delays in processing local cases to DSHS and their need to ultimately deconflict multiple reporting sources across the state.223 local COVID-19 PCR nasal swab tests (looking for active COVID-19 infection) are waiting for laboratory results.183 total
TRUSTEES APPROVED SCHOOL SUPPLIES FOR ALL STUDENTS, COVID-19 TESTING FOR ALL STAFF
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 9, 2020 The Granbury ISD Board of Trustees approved purchase of school supplies for all students as well as COVID-19 testing for all employees during a special meeting on July 9, 2020. The district will be working with Operation School Supplies to provide school supplies for every student in GISD. Pre-packaged supplies for each grade level will enable each student to begin the school year without concern about costs during the health and economic crisis, according to
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WEATHERFORD COLLEGE STUDENT SERVICES FULLY OPEN
The Student Services offices at the Weatherford College campuses in Weatherford and Wise County are now fully open to the public.“The office had a limited re-opening this past month, but we are excited to announce offices are now fully openas of this past Monday,” said Adam Finley, executive dean of student services. “Office doors are open and we are continuing to serve students both face-to-face and virtually.”It is still requested that current and new students use the office’s online scheduling system to
Hood County COVID-19 Intermin Update: 7/6/20 11:00AM
Hood County COVID-19 Interim Update - 7-6-2020, 11 am 131 total COVID-19 cases detected in Hood County residents since mid-March (36 new cases since my 6-30 report).176 cases are pending laboratory review. We continue to have active COVID-19 cases reported in healthcare facilities, government offices, childcare facilities, nursing homes, churches, restaurants, and other businesses across Hood County.131 total cases84 active cases4 current hospitalizations, most active cases are isolated at home5 total
PRESS RELEASE JULY 3RD, 2020 - COVID-19 INTERIM UPDATE
County Judge Massingill 100 W. Pearl St. Granbury, TX 76048 Press Release July 3rd, 2020 - COVID-19 Interim Update A Hood County resident in their 80's passed away, yesterday, 7-2-2020 from COVID-19 complications following hospitalization. The resident had other health issues complicated by COVID-19. We are still reviewing dozens of new COVID-19 positive case reports across Hood County from the last few days, with approximately 100 active cases as we enter the July 4th holiday weekend. Judge
GISD SCHOOL BOARD TO ACCEPT RESIGNATION OF PLACE 7 TRUSTEE BOB SWEARINGEN
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 26, 2020 The Granbury ISD Board of Trustees will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, June 30, 2020, to accept the resignation of Place 7 trustee Bob Swearingen. Swearingen’s resignation follows the school board member posting an inappropriate meme on his personal Facebook page. Speaking for other members of the school board, President Mark A. Jackson said, “What he posted was appalling. We are in no way comfortable with it, and frankly we are disappointed in Mr.
News Release: 1/8/2020
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