KLBK | KAMC | EverythingLubbock.com Articles: March 18, 2020

Lubbock plumber screens clients to prevent spread of coronavirus Weather Ready Nation Report – Spring Equinox Hallmark Channel to air Christmas movie marathon as more people self-quarantine Texas restaurants, bars can now deliver alcohol along with food purchases Texas National Guard mobilizes to assist in state response to coronavirus President Trump taps emergency powers, signs coronavirus aid package into law Lubbock Diocese cancels mass, dispenses obligation to attend weekly services until further notice Mexican health officials to screen visitors walking into Tijuana at San Ysidro border crossing Drive-thru coronavirus testing centers needed in South Texas, congressmen say Congress passes 2nd coronavirus aid package for families Vets want education benefits protected during pandemic Lawmakers concerned with how the spread of coronavirus will impact homeless population Veterans Affairs takes steps to protect veterans from coronavirus outbreak City of Amarillo confirms first two cases of COVID-19 Covenant health holding emergency blood drives, need donors Don’t flush disinfecting wipes: Even ‘flushable’ ones can clog pipes, officials warn Taco restaurant sells Emergency Taco Kits, complete with toilet paper rolls, 30 eggs Brad Paisley’s free grocery store delivering to the elderly amid COVID-19 outbreak Walmart announces new store changes to support associates and customers Rosa’s Cafe to temporarily close 1 location after person with COVID-19 visits restaurant KAMC HD Weather Webcast March 18th, 2020 Covenant Health updates visitor policies for COVID-19 ‘Coronavirus: Facts Not Fear’ evening update COVID-19 guidelines for Texas child care facilities March 18th, 2020 Evening Weather Grocery stores are restocking, but some shelves are bare Third COVID-19 case confirmed in Lubbock As you are stuck at home, don’t forget about Lubbock Animals Services foster program Lubbock gives possible locations of COVID-19 exposure City confirms third COVID-19 case at joint press conference Tech: Student is one of the COVID-19 cases in Lubbock Lubbock Municipal Court rescheduling some jury trials U.S.-Canada border closing to slow COVID-19 spread N.M. Deputy shot suspect who assaulted him, stood over him with rock, officials said Lubbock ISD announces 60 days of free internet, here’s how TEA announces cancellation of STAAR testing for the remainder of the school year ‘Sign of hope and happiness’: People put Christmas lights back up during outbreak Lubbock Meals on Wheels to begin using drive-thru, other innovations to prevent COVID-19 City of Lubbock changes hours, closes certain facilities to the public Gov. Abbott may take new action Thursday to limit public gatherings statewide in Texas LPD on scene of death investigation, man found dead inside residence Many County Court at Law, District Court cases canceled, or postponed in Lubbock Eerie photos of empty streets across the world due to coronavirus NFL giving fans free online access to past regular and postseason game broadcasts Sending migrants to Juarez after arrival of COVID-19 is ‘recipe for disaster,’ advocates say Border lacks testing to gauge true scope of COVID-19 contagion, Texas lawmaker says Trump invokes emergency authority; Big 3 automakers closing Watch, City and TTU hold COVID-19 update, amid student testing positive McAllen ISD school buses to deliver ‘Grab & Go’ meals to low-income communities during coronavirus scare Mexican consulate in El Paso limits access to reduce coronavirus threat Sasha is KLBK’s Pet of the Day! Dallas County Reports 11 New COVID-19 Cases, 1 Critical KLBK Midday Weather March 18, 2020 Governor Abbott Issues Proclamation Allowing For Postponement Of Local Elections Set For May 2nd Cities of Brownfield, Muleshoe declare states of disaster amid coronavirus concerns Covenant updates its response to COVID-19 after confirmed cases in Lubbock Lubbock Arts Festival canceled, response to COVID-19 Pres. Trump to sign Defense Production Act; suspend foreclosures and evictions through April Americans flood into Mexico in search of toilet paper, food and water South Texas mayors sign disaster declarations for coronavirus; measures aim to stop price gouging Juarez isolating newly arrived migrants, restricting access to buildings after COVID-19 case confirmed Reed: US military could make all the difference in nation’s battle against COVID-19 Bipartisan push for cash to Americans during coronavirus Alamo Drafthouse, Regal, AMC closing theaters as nation fights coronavirus spread First case of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Wichita County Halliburton to furlough 3,500 workers at Houston campus 1 dead, 1 hurt in St Patrick’s Day shooting at Texas pub Mahomes joins teammates in donating meals to KC families St. Patrick’s Day music plays outside for seniors at local assisted living facility KLBK AM Weather March 18, 2020 KAMC HD Weather Webcast March 18th, 2020 Couple shoots at police during overnight chase, both arrested Big Texas cities limit bars, restaurants; 2nd death reported