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UIL Announces Students Who Virtual Learn Will Be Eligible for Athletics

UIL Announces Students Who Virtual Learn Will Be Eligible for Athletics

DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – The University Interscholastic League has announced that students who choose virtual learning will be eligible to participate in extracurricular activities including athletics. Many school districts around the state are offering options for either in-person or online learning. Fall sports include cross country, volleyball and football. So far, at least three school districts…MORE

Governor Abbott Extends Statewide COVID-19 Disaster Declaration

Governor Abbott Extends Statewide COVID-19 Disaster Declaration

AUSTIN (WBAP/KLIF) – Texas Governor Greg Abbott today issued a proclamation on Friday extending his Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19. “Extending this Disaster Declaration helps ensure that Texas has the resources and flexibility needed to effectively respond to COVID-19,” said Governor Abbott. “To further mitigate the spread of the virus and…MORE

Tarrant County Dog the First in Texas to Test Positive for Virus that Causes COVID-19

Tarrant County Dog the First in Texas to Test Positive for Virus that Causes COVID-19

(WBAP/KLIF) – A Tarrant County dog was confirmed this week to be infected with SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19 in humans by the U.S. Department of Agriculture National Veterinary Services Laboratories. The Texas Animal Health Commission and the Texas Department of State Health Services are working together using a One Health approach by providing…MORE