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Rural Southeast Texas counties exploring options to get more shots in arms Jasper, Newton and Port Arthur have all hit the vaccine wall, which means they're having to get creative. Author: Almiya White (KBMT), KBMT (12NewsNow) Published: 6:38 PM CDT May 27, 2021 Updated: 6:38 PM CDT May 27, 2021 BEAUMONT, Texas — It's a new challenge county leader are tackling. Months ago, vaccine hubs were seeing hundreds of people a day who were ready to roll up their sleeve, but that's just not the case anymore. Now, leaders are exploring new options to get...

For Tamara Lemus, getting her 13-year-old son Conner vaccinated was crucial. “He has a history of stroke, and he's had three open heart surgeries so for him to be able to go back to school and be able to safely be around friends and family this is what we needed to do,” Lemus said. Conner was born with three heart chambers and has had his fair share of needles. Nervous at first, he took a deep breath counted to three and got the first shot of hope. “We're just really excited. We've been waiting for this day for a really long time,” Lemus said.

Wall of Fame honors the 2021 and 2020 inductees Ceremony to recognize both classes will be held during Homecoming. Many people strive for greatness in their careers by offering incredible service, exceptional leadership, innovative ideas or reliable support. When these people retire, there are big shoes to fill. Former Missouri State University faculty and staff members can be selected for the Wall of Fame to remember their legacies. The honorees The Board of Governors voted yesterday (May 13) to induct five more individuals. The 2021 inductees include Dr. Anson Elliott, Mike Jungers, Dr. Jam...

Texas to change vaccine shipment protocols as supply outpaces demand Many mass vaccination sites have already closed in favor of smaller sites and more convenient providers like pharmacies. Author: Almiya White (KBMT), Scott Eslinger (12NewsNow) Published: 12:50 AM CDT May 7, 2021 Updated: 12:50 AM CDT May 7, 2021 BEAUMONT, Texas — Texas has reached the point where the COVID-19 vaccine supply is outpacing the demand. Starting this week the state will no longer send vaccine allocations out on a weekly basis. Many mass vaccination sites have al...

SCHODACK, N.Y. — Literacy Volunteers of Rensselaer County (LVoRC) is hosting their annual Literacy 5K Walk/Run this Sunday. This year, there is are in-person and virtual options available for participation. "This year the numbers can be a little higher, so that's good," said LVoRC executive director Judith Smith. The in-person event will happen, with all COVID protocols in place, on May 2 at Schodack Island State Park. Registration for the run is almost full. - Advertisement - "Attendance is capped at 84 people this year," Smith said. "If anyone misses the registration but still wants...