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Houston Dynamo return to BBVA Stadium in MLS play Aug. 21 vs. FC Dallas

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The Houston Dynamo will play their first match at BBVA Stadium in more than five months when they host their in-state rivals FC Dallas on Friday, Aug. 21, the Club and Major League Soccer announced Saturday, August 8 2020.

The Dynamo vs. FC Dallas match will be closed to fans and will have limited media access. That contest, and all other locally-televised Dynamo matches this season, will be broadcast live throughout the Greater Houston area on QuestTEXAS Ch. 55 as part of the Club’s new broadcast agreement with TEGNA Inc.

MLS announcement laid out the league’s plans for its continuation of the 2020 season, which will include 18 matches from late August through Decision Day on November 8. Added to the two matches clubs played prior to the suspension of the season and three group-stage matches in the MLS Is Back Tournament, which counted toward regular-season records, clubs will each play 23 matches in the season. Houston resumes play with a cumulative record of 0-2-3 on the season.

The first phase of the return to play in home markets includes six matches for each club, three at home and three away. The return to play in home markets will feature comprehensive health and safety protocols, including regular testing of players, coaches and essential staff for COVID-19. The Dynamo continue to work with local health officials on protocols to facilitate a safe environment for fans to return to BBVA Stadium later this year.

Following the (re)opening day against FC Dallas, Houston’s schedule will include a trip to Sporting Kansas City on Tuesday, Aug. 25 followed by back-to-back home matches against Minnesota United FC on Wednesday, Sept. 2 and Sporting Kansas City on Saturday, Sept. 5. The Dynamo wrap up the six-game opening stretch with visits to the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday, Sept. 9 and FC Dallas on Monday, Sept. 14.

As with the MLS is Back Tournament, COVID-19 testing protocols will again play an important role in MLS’ competition framework. MLS continues to work closely with the league’s infectious disease advisors as well as advisors for the MLSPA on the plan for testing.  All clubs are forming testing partnerships with a local certified lab, and all players, technical staff, and essential club staff will be tested every other day, including the day before each match.  Also, guidelines will be provided to players, coaches and essential staff to avoid the risk of contracting and spreading COVID-19 during their time away from club facilities.

In addition to adhering to health, safety and medical protocols, another focus of the new schedule is efficient travel. Teams will take chartered flights, and for the majority of road trips will arrive in the host market on matchday and depart after the match later that evening. 

The full Dynamo schedule for Phase 1 of the league’s continuation of play can be found below. MLS plans to announce the balance of the regular season schedule by early September as the league continues to work with infectious disease experts, league and club medical personnel, and government officials in all markets in charting a course for the completion of the 2020 season.

HOUSTON DYNAMO MLS PHASE 1 RESTART SCHEDULE

DATEOPPONENTTIME (CT)TELEVISION
Friday, Aug. 21vs. FC Dallas7:00 p.m.QuestTEXAS Ch. 55
Tuesday, Aug. 25
at Sporting Kansas City

7:30 p.m.
QuestTEXAS Ch. 55
Wednesday, Sept. 2 vs. Minnesota United FC7:00 p.m.QuestTEXAS Ch. 55
Saturday, Sept. 5vs. Sporting Kansas City
7:00 p.m.

QuestTEXAS Ch. 55
Wednesday, Sept. 9 at Colorado Rapids8:00 p.m.
QuestTEXAS Ch. 55
Monday, Sept. 14at FC Dallas 
7:30 p.m.
QuestTEXAS Ch. 55

Governor Abbott Extends State Disaster Declaration For COVID-19

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AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today extended his Disaster Declaration for all Texas counties in response to COVID-19. Originally issued on March 13th, the Disaster Declaration provides the state a variety of resources to effectively serve Texans as the Lone Star State continues to mitigate the spread of COVID-19.  

“Renewing this Disaster Declaration will provide communities with the resources they need to respond to COVID-19,” said Governor Abbott. “I urge Texans to remain vigilant in our fight against this virus. Everyone must do their part to slow the spread of COVID-19 by wearing a mask, practicing social distancing, and washing your hands frequently and thoroughly. We will overcome this challenge by working together.” 

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Las Vegas welcomed more than 1 million visitors in June, following nearly three-month closure

LAS VEGAS (AUGUST 7, 2020)

Las Vegas welcomed approximately 1,065,000 leisure visitors in June following the staggered reopening of resorts, ending a shutdown of resort properties that spanned nearly three months.

June visitation numbers are based on a weighted average of roughly 95,000 hotel rooms that were available to book during the month as several resorts began welcoming back leisure guests June 4. Re-openings and hotel room inventory available were at the discretion of resorts.

Total occupancy averaged 40.9 percent, with weekend occupancy hovering at 51.8 percent and midweek occupancy at 36.5 percent. Average daily rates among open properties reached $104.07 (down 13.6 percent) while RevPAR was $42.56, down 61.5 percent compared to last June. No measurable convention attendance occurred during the month.

Compiled and distributed by the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority’s (LVCVA) Research Center, the Monthly Executive Summary reflects tourism data from several agencies including the LVCVA, McCarran International Airport, the Nevada Gaming Control Board and the NV Department of Transportation (NDOT).

To obtain a copy of the June 2020 Executive Summary, click here. To learn more about the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority and its resort partners, visit LVCVA.com or VegasMeansBusiness.com.

ABOUT THE LVCVA

The Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority (LVCVA) is charged with marketing Southern Nevada as a tourism and convention destination worldwide, and with operating the Las Vegas Convention Center. With nearly 150,000 hotel rooms in Las Vegas alone and more than 12 million square feet of meeting and exhibit space citywide, the LVCVA’s mission centers on attracting leisure and business visitors to the area. For more information, go to www.lvcva.com or www.visitlasvegas.com.

LAS CORTES MUNICIPALES DE LA CIUDAD DE HOUSTON EXTIENDEN LA SUSPENSIÓN DE TODOS LOS JUICIOS POR JURADO HASTA EL 30 DE SEPTIEMBRE, 2020 EN RESPUESTA AL COVID-19

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HOUSTON, Texas – Debido a cambios en las circunstancias con respecto al COVID-19, y para resguardar la salud y seguridad del público y del personal de las cortes contra del contagio de COVID-19, el Departamento de las Cortes Municipales de la Ciudad de Houston ha extendido la suspensión de TODOS LOS JUICIOS POR JURADO hasta el 30 de septiembre, 2020 conforme a la orden de la Corte Suprema de Texas. Las cortes permanecen abiertas para todos los demás procedimientos.
 
El público debe contactar con su proveedor de servicios médicos y no acudir a la corte si está experimentando síntomas como las de COVID-19. Una vez que reciba el alta de un médico, los individuos pueden acudir a cualquier corte de la Ciudad de Houston para hablar con un juez de la sala anexa para recibir un aplazamiento de su caso. Cubiertas faciales/máscaras son obligatorias en todo momento una vez dentro del edificio de la corte. Una toma de temperatura se efectuará antes de autorizar el ingreso al edificio. Favor de visitar el sitio web de Las Cortes Municipales en www.houstontx.gov/courts para recibir información actualizada sobre nuestras ubicaciones y horas de operación.
 
Si su juicio por jurado fue programado entre el 1 de junio de 2020 y el 30 de septiembre de 2020, los aplazamientos se otorgarán en persona en todas las ubicaciones de Las Cortes Municipales de la Ciudad de Houston empezando el día sábado, 1 de agosto, 2020 hasta el día miércoles 30 de septiembre, 2020 a las 5 p.m. Favor de visitar el sitio web de las Cortes Municipales en www.houstontx.gov/courts para recibir información sobre todas las ubicaciones de las cortes y sus horas de operación. Es importante entender que si un individuo no logra aplazar su caso una vez que las cortes reanuden sus funciones, una orden para su arresto puede ser emitida.

Hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2020 no habrá:
 

  • JUICIOS POR JURADO.  Si usted es un ACUSADO programado para juicio por jurado durante este período, no tiene que comparecer. Tiene que solicitar una nueva cita en persona antes del miércoles, 30 de septiembre de 2020 a las 5:00 p.m., para recibir una cita nueva.  Los juicios por jurado comenzarán de nuevo el jueves, 1 de octubre de 2020 si no se les notifica al contrario.  Es importante notar que si un individuo no cambia la cita de su(s) caso(s) durante el período de cambios que dura hasta el 30 de septiembre de 2020, se podrá emitir una orden de arresto.
  • SERVICIO DE JURADO.  El servicio de jurado se reanudará el jueves, 1 de octubre, 2020 a menos que se le notifique al contrario. 

Para recibir comunicados e información adicionales, favor de llamar a la Línea de Ayuda de la Ciudad de Houston en 3-1-1, o 713.837.0311 si se encuentra fuera de la Ciudad de Houston. Alternativamente, puede visitar el sitio web de las Cortes Municipales en www.houstontx.gov/courts.

CITY OF HOUSTON MUNICIPAL COURTS EXTENDS SUSPENSION OF ALL JURY TRIALS TO SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 IN RESPONSE TO COVID-19

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HOUSTON – Due to changing circumstances regarding the COVID-19 pandemic and to encourage the health and safety of the public and court staff members from the spread of the COVID-19, the City of Houston Municipal Courts Department has extended the suspension of ALL JURY TRIALS through September 30, 2020 in conjunction with the Texas Supreme Court’s Order. The Court remains open for all other proceedings.
Members of the public should contact a health care provider and not come to court if they are experiencing symptoms similar to COVID-19. Once cleared by a physician, individuals may visit any City of Houston court location to speak with an Annex Judge to reset a case.  Masks/facial coverings must be worn at all times within the courthouse facility.  Temperatures will be taken before entry is granted. Please visit the Municipal Courts’ website at www.houstontx.gov/courts for continued updates on all court locations and hours of operation.

If your jury trial was scheduled from June 1, 2020 to September 30, 2020, resets will be given in person at all City of Houston court locations beginning Saturday, August 1, 2020 through Wednesday, September 30, 2020 until 5 p.m.  Please visit the Municipal Courts’ website at www.houstontx.gov/courtsfor information on all court locations and hours of operation.  It is important to note that if an individual fails to reset their case(s) when Municipal Court resumes operations, an arrest warrant may be issued.

Through September 30, 2020, there will be:
*NO JURY TRIALS. If you are a DEFENDANT scheduled for jury trial during this period, you do not have to appear. You must reschedule your setting in person no later than Wednesday, September 30, 2020 until 5:00 p.m., to receive a new court date. All jury trials will resume on Thursday, October 1, 2020 unless further notification is provided.  It is important to note that if an individual fails to reset their case(s) during the reset period by September 30, 2020, an arrest warrant may be issued.
*NO JURY DUTY.  Jury duty will resume Thursday, October 1, 2020 unless further notification is provided. 

For additional announcements and information please call the City of Houston Helpline at 3-1-1, or 713.837.0311 if outside of the City of Houston, or visit the Municipal Courts website at www.houstontx.gov/courts.