The Hays County Health Department reports 14 new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 100 recoveries Sept. 30, bringing the total number of cases in the county to 5,940, active cases to 1,370 and recoveries to 4,515. The total active cases in the last 21 days is 414.

San Marcos, Kyle and Buda have 371, 653 and 233 active cases, respectively.

According to Epidemiologist Eric Schneider, the total number of received negative tests in the county is now 26,790. The total number of hospitalizations is 344 and total current hospitalizations is 8 after one patient was discharged. There have been 55 fatalities in the county.

The University Star will continue to provide COVID-19 updates as any additional information is released.

Individuals concerned about possible exposure to COVID-19 are encouraged to contact their healthcare provider or the Hays County Local Health Department at 512.393.5520. For additional information about COVID-19, visit the Texas Department of State Health Services or the Centers for Disease Control website.