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KVUE is keeping you updated with the latest coronavirus and COVID-19 news in the Austin area.
Scroll down for the top headlines and latest updates in KVUE's Feb. 28 live blog.
COVID-19 numbers:
- Texas: More than 2.2 million cases have been reported in the state, and more than 42,700 people in Texas have died, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services.
- Central Texas counties:
- Travis County: At least 75,636 cases have been reported and at least 743 people have died. At least 73,519 people have recovered from the virus.
- Hays County: At least 16,270 confirmed cases have been reported and at least 213 people have died. At least 15,577 people have recovered from the virus.
- Williamson County: At least 34,527 cases have been reported in the county and at least 362 people have died. At least 33,250 people have recovered from the virus.
For a look at COVID-19 data across all of the state's counties, click here.
GRAPHS: Coronavirus data Feb. 26
Updates:
3 p.m. – The City of Austin is hosting a virtual memorial service to remember those who have died due to COVID-19. Watch live below:
10 a.m. – The City of Austin will hold a virtual memorial service to remember those who have died due to COVID-19. The service will be held at 3 p.m. on the Parks and Recreation Department's YouTube channel and Facebook page and on Microsoft Teams. Learn more here.
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