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As the coronavirus continues to spread across Texas and the country, the Corpus Christi Caller-Times kept you updated on the latest news in our community and Texas.
Previous updates from Corpus Christi, South Texas
Anyone who believes they have the virus should call the health district at 361-826-7200 for guidance. The city of Corpus Christi also has a website set up with more information that residents can access at http://www.cctexas.com/coronavirus.
Here’s the latest on what’s happening in Corpus Christi and South Texas
Nueces County reports lone new case of COVID-19
One new positive case was reported on Sunday and is under investigation, according to Nueces County health officials. It brings the county’s total to 234.
More:COVID-19: Nueces County reports one new case of coronavirus; 156 new tests conducted
Kleberg County reports two new cases of COVID-19 and two probable cases
Kleberg County announced two new cases of COVID-19 as well as two probable cases on May 16. The county total is now 14.
The county reported Saturday afternoon nine cases have been removed from isolation and six cases remain in isolation. The two probable cases will be treated the same as confirmed cases.
The county will have free testing for residents and neighboring communities on Monday, May 18. Those needing testing must make an appointment in advance by calling 512-883-2400. Scheduling will begin on Sunday, May 17.
San Patricio County reports one new COVID-19 case
San Patricio County reported one new case of COVID-19 Saturday afternoon. The county total is now 26.
The new case is considered to be under investigation. At this time, the county has 4 cases under investigation, 4 cases that are travel-related, 12 cases from known close contact, 1 case from travel/known close contact and 5 cases that are unknown/community spread.
A news release states the county has nine active cases after three people were released from the COVID-19 protocol Saturday. One case is still under hospitalized supervision.
Nueces County reports 22 new COVID-19 cases; total is now 231
Nueces County reported 22 new cases of coronavirus Friday afternoon. The county total is now 231.
Eighty-eight individuals have recovered from the virus; however, 140 cases are still active.
Five cases are currently in the hospital and one case is in intensive care, according to the new data.
The data also indicates 13 cases were transmitted through person-to-person contact. Nine cases are under investigation. The county also reported its first COVID-19 case in the 90-plus age group.
Corpus Christi City Manager Peter Zanoni said the 22 new cases were all Corpus Christi residents.
Aransas County reported its third case of coronavirus after a month of reporting no new cases.
Aransas County Judge C.H. “Burt” Mills reported the new case on May 14, the Rockport-Pilot reported.
The new case is an 80-year-old man. The newspaper reported the man is being self quarantined at this time. Updates will be available at a later time.
Jim Wells County reports ninth positive case of COVID-19
Jim Wells County reported its ninth coronavirus case on May 14.
Jim Wells County Judge Jaun Rodriguez reported the new case Thursday afternoon, the Alice Echo News Journal reported.