Area News
Planning Summer Travel Ahead of Fourth of July
The Fourth of July has become one of the most popular times of year in the U.S. for traveling, but summer vacations may look different this year. COVID-19 cases are rising in Texas, causing many to re-evaluate their Fourth of July plans. Although state government has allowed most businesses to reopen and travel restrictions have expired, Texans are still wondering how they can stay safe on their holiday vacations.
CARES Act funding allows some TSTC students to continue education amid pandemic
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund provides Texas State Technical College with the means to help full- and parttime students who have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.
BBB on hurricane season
Hurricane season began June 1, and forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting abovenormal hurricane activity in 2020, which means there could be three to six major hurricanes this year. With towns along the coast, Texas may face the storms head-on.
Navasota Valley Young Marines Recruit sign-ups
The Navasota Valley Young Marines will be having registration for new recruits on Sat., July 11. The Young Marines is a non-profit youth organization that helps teach our youth how to be better citizens, leaders, and community service. They also teach drug awareness, first aid/CPR, land navigation, swimming, fire prevention, and many other skills. This youth group is for kids ages 8-18, and is especially helpful for our youth thinking about joining the military after graduation. They don’t recruit for any specific service, but do teach basic close order drill, and rank structure.