Editor’s note: The following article was shared by local physicians to explain why complying with social distancing directives is lifesaving in this pandemic. Since Hamilton has had its first confirmed case of Coronavirus, it is imperative that directives be followed to keep everyone safe.
Gov. Greg Abbott Tuesday issued an Executive Order implementing Essential Services and Activities Protocols for the state of Texas. The protocols direct all Texans to minimize non-essential gatherings and in-person contact with people who are not in the same household.
(StatePoint) When it’s not possible to be near loved ones, being connected becomes more important.
COLLEGE STATION-USDA’s Farm Service Agency county offices are open in Texas by phone appointment only until further notice, and FSA staff are available to continue helping agricultural producers with program signups, loan servicing and other important actions. Additionally, FSA is relaxing the loan-making process and adding flexibilities for servicing direct and guaranteed loans to provide credit to producers in need.
Hamilton Healthcare System has protocols in place to care for patients with infectious diseases, and we have been working diligently to help ensure our preparedness for COVID-19 cases.
WHEREAS, President Donald Trump declared a State of National Emergency for the United States of America on March 13, 2020; and
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Officers arrested an Austin man March 26 after a drug trafficking investigation that yielded drugs, weapons, jewelry and cash.
Hamilton EMS partnered with Hamilton Fire Department last week to conduct a training drill in hazardous materials and infectious diseases response.
Pottsville Volunteer Fire Department members Ray Stegemoller, Mark Dearing, Glenn Surley, James Long, Lane Cantrell, David Hood and Louis Stegemoller welcome the arrival of a new 3000 gallon tanker truck from Georgia on Tuesday. The brand new $237,600 truck was purchased with a $200,000 grant from the US Forest Service. Donations from an annual mailout, chili supper and funds from the county help to make up the cost difference. The new tanker is built on a 2020 Kenworth chassis and features a pump that will pump 1000 gallons of water per minute at 150 psi. Not only can the new tanker relieve their current 1981 model tanker but can be used as a back-up pumper, too.
At the March 12 Hamilton City Council meeting, citizen Michael Langford presented a proposal to renovate the old Higginbotham Building into a community activity center.
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