Ahead of the upcoming festivities, the leaders of each local government in Bastrop County, together with our Health Authority, Dr. Desmar Walkes, M.D., are joining their voices in a plea for public health and safety. “We are in the ninth month of responding to the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Dr. Walkes. “All are tired of this fight and want to get back to normal, especially around the holidays. However, the timing is not right to let down our guard. Wearing a mask and social distancing will make your family gathering safer and make the memories even more precious.” Judge Paul Pape added, “There ...