Alliance Bank in Sulphur Springs
Alliance Bank: Call To Action On Paycheck Protection Program Funds
Apr17

Alliance Bank: Call To Action On Paycheck Protection Program Funds

Alliance Bank April 17 announced on behalf of the Independent Bankers Association of Texas (IBAT) the following press release from Tom Sellers regarding the Paycheck Protection Program: Our fears that the funds allocated by Congress for the critically important Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) would be exhausted have sadly become reality. The SBA announced thismorning that no further applications for this small business...

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SBDC Offering April 9 Webinar On Disaster Injury Loans, Payroll Protection
Apr09

SBDC Offering April 9 Webinar On Disaster Injury Loans, Payroll Protection

A Question & Answer webinar will be held Thursday, April 9, at 4 p.m. by the North Texas Small Business Development Center. Small business owners can log into the webinar to listen to overviews of the Small Business Administration Disaster Injury Loans and the Payroll Protection Program offered through local financial institutions for COVID-19 relief. Payroll Protection, Disaster Injury Loans The SBA Disaster Injury Loan has the...

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Brookshire Grocery Offers Discount For Emergency And Critical Service Providers
Apr03

Brookshire Grocery Offers Discount For Emergency And Critical Service Providers

Brookshire Grocery Co. today announced a discount for emergency and critical service providers as well as a new policy regarding reusable bags as well. Discounts Brookshire’s is offering a discount on store brand items to critical and emergency service responders through May 5. According to a GSC announcement, the discount applies for all: Emergency first responders — EMS, fire department and law enforcement...

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Social Security Recipients Will Automatically Receive Economic Impact Payments
Apr03

Social Security Recipients Will Automatically Receive Economic Impact Payments

For those wondering, Social Security beneficiaries were approved to receive an Economic Impact Payment. Like the Americans within the income levels established in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security or CARES Act, Social Security beneficiaries won’t have to do anything except wait for the payment to be disbursed, according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service. “Social Security...

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Basics About The Economic Impact Payments Approved For Individuals In CARES Act
Apr02

Basics About The Economic Impact Payments Approved For Individuals In CARES Act

By now most have heard that the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act was passed, which for many individuals will mean a much needed extra check for many. According to the Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service, economic impact payments approved in the CARES Act will start rolling out in about 3 weeks. And, most people won’t have to do anything to receive this COVID-19 rebate except wait a few weeks....

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Medicaid, SNAP Renewal Requirements Waived During COVID-19 Crisis
Mar30

Medicaid, SNAP Renewal Requirements Waived During COVID-19 Crisis

AUSTIN – Texas Health and Human Services Saturday announced SNAP and Medicaid benefit renewals currently due will automatically be renewed so existing clients can maintain continuity of coverage during the COVID-19 public health crisis. “During this difficult time, we’re making sure Texans in need continue to receive their food and medical benefits without the added worry of having to renew their coverage in the midst of a crisis,”...

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SBA Offers Disaster Assistance To Texas Small Businesses Economically Impacted by COVID-19
Mar24

SBA Offers Disaster Assistance To Texas Small Businesses Economically Impacted by COVID-19

SACRAMENTO, Calif. – The U.S. Small Business Administration is offering low-interest federal disaster loans for working capital to Texas small businesses suffering substantial economic injury as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza announced today. SBA acted under its own authority, as provided by the Coronavirus Preparedness and Response Supplemental Appropriations Act that was recently signed by...

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Commissioners Declare Emergency, Designate $1 Million For Road Work
Mar09

Commissioners Declare Emergency, Designate $1 Million For Road Work

Hopkins County Commissioners Court Monday morning took steps to free up an additional $1,564,000 in funding for road improvements this summer. Hopkins County Commissioners Court Emergency designation The court first approved a resolution declaring an emergency in Hopkins County due to recent weather which impacted county roads. The Commissioners Court, cited Local Government Code §111.070(b), for allowing them to “authorize an...

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TDI: BCBSTX To Repay Consumers For Out-Of-Network ER Claims
Mar06

TDI: BCBSTX To Repay Consumers For Out-Of-Network ER Claims

Texas Department of Insurance on March 6, 2020, reported that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas ha been ordered to pay an administrative penalty of $10 million and agreed to repay consumers for alleged delays in handling out-of-network emergency claims and incorrect information in consumer notices and marketing materials. “Consumers who had higher out-of-pocket costs due to the errors will get refunds,” said Texas Insurance Commissioner...

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Paddle Boat, Canoes Other Options Could Be Available At Coleman Lake Soon
Mar05

Paddle Boat, Canoes Other Options Could Be Available At Coleman Lake Soon

Visitors to Coleman Lake could in the near future have more recreational options available to them on site. Sulphur Springs City Council during their March meeting this week agreed to allow a “non-motorized sports concession” at the lake, according to Sulphur Springs Community Development Director Tory Niewiadomski. Sulphur Springs City Hall City officials were approached by John Ilaoa about offering the additional...

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