Testing Center Opens at Airport

Testing Center Opens at Airport

Starting Tuesday, the public drive-thru testing site will be conducted at the Jack Brooks Regional Airport in Mid Jefferson County serving 5 County Region. Please do not just show up. You must call the hotline 409 550-2536 for a screening. Nurses are answering the lines and taking questions from people about symptoms they have that … Keep Reading

Small Business Administration Offering Low-Cost Loans to Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Texas small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently … Keep Reading

First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County

First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County

On Sunday, March 22, 2020, Orange County received confirmation of its 1st positive case of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID19) in an Orange County resident. This individual is currently quarantined at home and cooperating with the direction of the health department. Quarantine procedures include persons with COVID-19 staying home for at least 14 days, monitoring their … Keep Reading

Orange County Economic Development Corporation

Orange County EDC Measuring Impact of COVID-19

The Orange County Economic Development Corporation is seeking your input. If you are a business operating in Orange County, please complete our survey. This survey is ONLY meant to gather information about the impact of COVID-19 on Orange County operations. The EDC will use this information to assess the business community’s needs and any assistance … Keep Reading

First Case of COVID-19 Reported in Orange County

Orange County Offices Remain Open in Limited Capacity

After a meeting with Orange County Department Heads and Elected Officials, the County Offices will remain open and have implemented procedures to stay open but in a safe manner in accordance with CDC advisement in reference to the Coronavirus. Below are some of the specific changes that citizens need to be aware of. Orange County … Keep Reading