Townsquare Media Victoria is dedicated to keeping you up to date with the latest Coronavirus (COVID-19) news and information from the Crossroads. On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease that is causing the 2019 novel coronavirus outbreak, first identified in Wuhan China. The new name of this disease is coronavirus disease 2019, abbreviated as COVID-19. In COVID-19, ‘CO’ stands for ‘corona,’ ‘VI’ for ‘virus,’ and ‘D’ for disease. Formerly, this disease was referred to as “2019 novel coronavirus” or “2019-nCoV”. There are many types of human coronaviruses including some that commonly cause mild upper-respiratory tract illnesses. COVID-19 is a new disease, caused by a novel (or new) coronavirus that has not previously been seen in humans. The name of this disease was selected following the World Health Organization (WHO) best practice external icon for the naming of new human infectious diseases. SEE THE LATEST LOCAL CORONAVIRUS INFORMATION AND STORIES BELOW:
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Texas National Guard Helping Fort Worth Company Manufacture Masks
The Texas National Guard 36th Infantry Division is expected to produce 2 million masks per week at a Fort Worth plant that will run 24-hours.
Governor Abbott Announces Temporary Closure of State Parks
To help stop the spread of the Covid 19 Coronavirus, Governor Abbott has decided this is what is best for the state for the time being.
COVID-19 Update: Black Sabbath's Iommi to Hold Charity Auction
More coronavirus-related news, as Tony Iommi plans a charity auction, John Fogerty performs “Down on the Corner” from home, Deep Purple delay their new album and more.
Metallica Soundtracks Undertaker's Cinematic Wrestlemania Fight
Metallica provided the entrance music for Undertaker's fight, which was more like an action movie.
Learn to Make Music From Rock Legends During Coronavirus Lockdown
Many great musicians are spending their self-quarantine by uploading instructional videos.
Stimulus Update: Here's When You Can Expect Your Check
Here is the latest on when you can expect to get your stimulus check from the federal government.
Hobby Lobby Closes All Stores, Furloughs Employees
Many businesses around the world are having to shut their doors and layoff employees. Hobby Lobby is the latest retailer to join the list.
Christopher Cross Diagnosed With Coronavirus
Singer-songwriter announced the news in a message posted to social media.
DeWitt Country Confirms 2 New Cases of COVID-19
Here is a COVID-19 update from DeWitt County! DeWitt County has reported two new cases of COVID-19 in-county residents.
These cases bring the number of known cases to six. One person is a resident of Yorktown and is believed to have acquired the virus through community spread...
These cases bring the number of known cases to six. One person is a resident of Yorktown and is believed to have acquired the virus through community spread...
John Prine Still 'Very Ill,' Battling Pneumonia in Both Lungs
Singer-songwriter's wife Fiona says he needs fans "more than ever" as he continues to fight COVID-19.
How To Make Your Own Facemask
Hospital workers need masks the most, so while we leave the surgical supplies to them, homemade facemasks are becoming a thing. Here are the instructions to make them.
HBO Makes Dozens of Series, Docs, and Movies Free For All
Your coronavirus viewing list just got a lot bigger.