Texas State to host appreciation lunch for Hays County first responders

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Staff Report, on May 13, 2020

Grateful for the service of first responders every day and especially during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Texas State University will honor Hays County heroes with an appreciation lunch on Thursday, May 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Harris Dining Hall.

In keeping with social distancing guidance, first responders are welcome to dine under tents or pick up a curbside meal prepared by Texas State Dining Services and hosted by the University Police Department (UPD).

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