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COVID-19: Coronavirus affects local schools, health clinics

Local hospitals and clinics are taking extra precautions due to the COVID-19 outbreak, with six confirmed cases in Tarrant County and zero cases in Parker County that have been reported to the Azle News/Springtown Epigraph at the time of press on Tuesday, March 17.

Azle Area Ministerial Alliance hosts bi-monthly blood drives

Azle Area Ministerial Alliance (AAMA) sponsors bimonthly blood drives with Carter BloodCare at First United Methodist Church.

Governor Abbott Waives STAAR Testing Requirements

Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday, March 16, that he has waived the State of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness (STAAR) testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year. Additionally, Governor Abbott is requesting that the Department of Education (DOE) waive federal testing requirements for the 2019-2020 school year.

LOCAL ARRESTS

The following individuals list addresses in Azle, Lakeside or Pelican Bay and were arrested by various law enforcement agencies on felony and/or DWI charges between Feb. 24-March 11.

Interim Superintendent addresses school closings

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The Azle Independent School District (AISD) closure has created a lot of concerns and questions. AISD is continually participating in Texas Education Agency (TEA) conference calls scheduled daily as well as other calls with local public health officials.

Azle Teacher honored at Weatherford College

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Breanna Reed, sixth grade English language arts and social studies teacher from Hoover Elementary was honored at the Weatherford College Jack Harvey Academy of Exemplary Teachers at the Doss Heritage and Culture Center on Monday, March 2.

Local grocery stores recovering from overbuying

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Most grocery stores nationwide have felt the impact of residents purchasing items at an overstimulated rate.

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EDITOR’S NOTE:

Azleites encouraged to support local restaurants

Local area restaurants need the community’s support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many are setting up with new options to help keep the patrons and employees safe, and still offer the great customer service and meals they have always provided.

Sun starting to shine again on Texas Government

Texans have something to celebrate during Sunshine Week this year. But we also have more work to do to protect the public’s right to know about our government.