The Hays County Local Health Department reports 90 new lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 46 recoveries March 15, bringing the total number of cases in the county to 16,758, total active cases to 490 and recoveries to 16,036. The county reports the total active cases in the past 21 days is 925.

San Marcos, Kyle and Buda have 160, 108 and 109 active cases, respectively.

According to Epidemiologist Eric Schneider, the total number of received negative tests in the county is now 136,572. The total number of hospitalizations is 767 and total current hospitalizations is 10 after three people were hospitalized and two were discharged. The total number of fatalities in the county is 232.

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.