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Converge, and others. UtopiaFest also announced plans to move forward with its 12th year, this October 14-16, with a reduced 1,000-person capacity at Reveille Peak Ranch. One World Theatre Considers Options One World Theatre is in talks with new investment partners, but theres no deal just yet. Last week, local outlet Austonia reported famed podcaster Joe Rogan purchased the West Austin music venue, with plans to turn it into a comedy club. Multiple sources have confirmed to the Chronicle t...

16 Mar 2021 On Monday, Tucker Carlson recounted several examples of policymakers guided by politics over science when dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Carlson told his Fox News Channel audience that skeptics were justified in having questions about the coronavirus vaccine, even if those in the media and elsewhere say otherwise. Transcript as follows: CARLSON: A year ago, just a year ago, most Americans understood that social distancing was a form of punishment. It’s not good for a man to b...

The state has allocated 36,200 doses to a total of seven health agencies, pharmacies and clinics in Travis County this week.

A new age group of Texans officially becomes eligible today to receive the COVID-19 vaccination. But local health organizations won’t be prioritizing t

Austin Public Health on one-year of COVID in Austin, Travis County Austin Public Health on one-year of COVID in Austin, Travis County As we look back on a year ago, much has changed. We lost interaction with loved ones, friends, and family. However, many have gained insight. "I made the statement then that this will be disruptive," said Dr. Mark Escott, Interim Health Authority for Austin-Travis County. "I had no idea how long the disruption would last, and I dont think anyone of us had th...

Austin Public Health has distributed 134,000 COVID-19 vaccines as of Saturday and is looking toward a “new normal” as Austinites continue to get vaccinated, APH director Stephanie Hayden-Howard said at an in-person media event Saturday.

Austin-Travis County moves to Stage 3 COVID-19 guidelines By FOX 7 Digital Team Published  FOX 7 Discussion: UT data initiative tracks Texas vaccine pace A new data tracker from the University of Texas shows how far along Texas is in reaching herd immunity. AUSTIN, Texas - In a press release Saturday, Austin-Travis County announced it is moving to Stage 3 of the Austin Public Health COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines for the first time since Nov. 18, 2020. APH says Stage 3 recommendations i...

Under Stage 3, people are urged to wear masks and avoid gatherings greater than 10. Those over 65 should avoid nonessential dining, shopping and travel.

Texas Attorney General COVID-19 public health protocols has been set for a March 26 trial, as District Judge Lora Livingston blocked OAG lawyers quest for an immediate injunction. Saying she didnt "know that it is fair to any defendant" to be forced to respond to a suit filed less than 24 hours prior, Livingston, the longest-serving judge in Travis County, opted instead to set a three-hour hearing in two weeks to allow both sides to make their best case. "I dont know why theres any emergency,...

Today Stage 3 of the local health department’s COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines. Under Stage 3, APH recommends residents continue wearing masks and practicing social distancing. High-risk individuals should avoid nonessential dining, shopping, and traveling, while everyone – regardless of risk level – should avoid social gatherings greater than 10 people. Additionally, businesses and restaurants are encouraged to operate at 50-75% capacity, which is an increase from the 25-50% capacity re...