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mourningamerica.org; A new memorial website for victims of coronavirus virus

Wed, 04/22/2020 - 12:00am

Just two weeks after its launch, the tribute site www. MourningAmerica.org now lists more than 1,500 victims of the coronavirus, including biographical information, photos and remembrances of those who have passed. Additionally, the site, launched by Dr. Dermot Jevens and Dr. Rebecca Heiss, has recorded over 10,000 unique visitors since it went live, allowing anyone who comes to the site an opportunity to add someone who has died from the virus as well as post memories and tributes to those already listed. While numerous news organizations have created their own memorial sites, www.MourningAmerica. org, whose tagline is “More Than A Number,” is the only non-profit cause allowing people to pay their respects online. It also includes the largest number of healthcare workers who have fallen victim to the epidemic.

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The Digital Divide, Our Glaring Reality

Wed, 04/22/2020 - 12:00am

At the onset of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the City of Pharr acted quickly in efforts to flatten the curve and mitigate the spread of the virus. Having already witnessed the devastating effects of COVID-19 in other parts of the world, I issued one of the region’s first Emergency Orders. The city quickly proceeded to open a call center, coordinated resources with our local school districts, and immediately requested additional resources and support from our state and federal leaders.

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DHR Health System announces plan underway to collect convalescent plasma that may be used to treat patients who are critically-ill from COVID-19

Wed, 04/22/2020 - 12:00am

A plan is underway by DHR Health System to collect convalescent plasma – specifically antibody-rich blood products that are taken from blood donated from people who have recovered from the COVID-19 virus – that could shorten the length, or lessen the severity of the contagious and dangerous illness.

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TxDOT UPDATE; Westbound frontage rd. closure along IH-2, Extends eastbound frontage rd. intersection closure to May

Wed, 04/22/2020 - 12:00am

McALLEN - The Texas Department of Transportation is advising motorists of possible traffic interruptions and delays along the IH-2 westbound frontage road through Main St. that began on, Monday, April 20 and will now end on Wednesday, April 22, 2020 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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Graciela Orellana Top Lawyer in Texas “40 Under 40"

Wed, 04/22/2020 - 12:00am

WESLACO — Graciela Orellana, associate attorney at the Ezequiel Reyna Law Office in Weslaco, Texas was recognized as the “Top 40 Under 40” Civil Plaintiff Trial Lawyers in Texas by the National Trial Lawyers Association. This is an honor given only to the top 40 attorneys in each state who have demonstrated superior skills, excellent qualifications, and achieved outstanding results in their careers.