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To begin the week, the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) had a record of 1,763 total confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Austin County, 18 more than last week, and an estimated 21 active cases, 10 fewer than last week. COVID-19 related fatalities in the county have remained at 34 since March 22.

The National Weather Service has issued Tornado Watch 99 in effect until 9 PM CDT this evening.

As the nation celebrates Earth Day 2021, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) estimates that there could be 150,000 or more abandoned or deteriorated water wells statewide posing safety hazards and contributing to groundwater pollution.

As the calendar dives deeper into April, many Texas consumers are turning on their air conditioning systems for the long summer season. Regular maintenance of your system will extend its life and discover any mechanical issues before they become expensive health and safety issues, says the Texas Department of Licensing and Registration (TDLR).

Payton, Emmit and Kaia enjoy treats from the Downtown Sealy Bake Sale and Crafters’ Show hosted by the Shops of Downtown Sealy last Saturday. COURTESY PHOTOS The Shops of Downtown Sealy hosted a bake sale and crafters event last Saturday for the community..

The American Automobile Association (AAA) has launched a distracted driving awareness campaign titled Don’t Drive Intoxicated, Don’t Drive Intexticated. The message is that driving distracted can be as dangerous as driving drunk.

On April 9th, Faith Academy hosted our very own inhouse Art Festival. We had over 200 pieces submitted for judging from kindergarten all the way through high school.

The Sealy FFA Land Judging Team claimed the area championship thanks in part to Cameron Hein who finished first high individual. Brayden Ashorn registered fourth, Rylan Reichardt earned sixth and Lane Miller also helped the team place second overall across eight Areas. Pictured from left to right are Hein, Reichardt, Ashorn and Miller. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS