E TX City and County Declare “Local Disaster”

ATHENS — Henderson County and the city of Athens have declared a “local disaster” after tension over the coronavirus spreading in East Texas. According to our news partner KETK, until further notice, Athens has closed City Hall, Athens Partnership Center, Development Services Center (restricted to lobby) and Athens Police Department. (restricted to lobby) Henderson County has closed several facilities to the public, including the Clint W. Murchison Memorial Library & County buildings.