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Austin-Bergstrom International Airport Reports Record-Breaking Year in 2023

By North Austin News | Feb 12, 2024

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) had another successful year in 2023, breaking its own record for the second consecutive year. With over 22 million total passengers served, AUS surpassed the previous year's record by more than one million passengers. December 2023 was also the busiest December on record for the airport, with 1,802,593 passengers flying during the month.The continued growth of the Austin and Central Texas populations has led to increased demand for air travel. AUS has been working closely with airline partners to offer new nonstop destinations....

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Travis County in week ending Feb. 10?

By North Austin News | Feb 12, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending Feb. 10?

By North Austin News | Feb 11, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Coupland ISD schools Education: 5 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Feb 11, 2024

Multiracial students made up 1.9% of Coupland ISD schools' student body in the 2021-22 school year.

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Which former North Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12?

By North Austin News | Feb 11, 2024

These former North Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Feb. 12.

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There were 41,734 Hispanic students enrolled in Williamson County schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Feb 10, 2024

There were 41,734 Hispanic students enrolled in Williamson County schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Williamson County home sales in week ending Feb. 3

By North Austin News | Feb 10, 2024

There were 35 reported residential sales in Williamson County in the week ending Feb. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Home sales in Travis County in week ending Feb. 3

By North Austin News | Feb 10, 2024

There were 80 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending Feb. 3, according to BlockShopper.com.

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There were 24 multiracial students enrolled in Thrall ISD schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Feb 10, 2024

Multiracial students made up 3% of Thrall ISD schools' student body in the 2021-22 school year.

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There were 103,459 Hispanic students enrolled in Travis County schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

In Travis County schools, 54.4% of students identified as Hispanic in the 2021-22 school year.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending Feb. 3?

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 3, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How many multiracial students were enrolled in Goodwater Montessori School District in 2021-22 school year?

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

Goodwater Montessori School District had 34 multiracial students enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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Traffic Fatality in the 13400 block of N SH 45 WB

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

On Monday, February 5, 2024, a tragic traffic accident occurred in the 13400 block of N SH 45 WB in Austin, Texas. The incident involved a collision between a pickup truck and an 18-wheeler, resulting in the death of the unidentified driver of the pickup truck. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), the pickup truck crashed into the back of the tractor trailer at approximately 6:46 a.m. The driver of the 18-wheeler was unharmed in the accident and has been fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation. "This incident is being investigated as Austin's 4th...

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APD Detectives Search for Two Suspects in Connection to an Aggravated Robbery

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

The Austin Police Department (APD) is seeking the public's assistance in identifying two suspects involved in an Aggravated Robbery that took place at a Mobil gas station on Menchaca Rd. on Saturday, January 20th, 2024.According to the APD Robbery Unit, the incident occurred at approximately 11:07 p.m. when the two suspects aggressively entered the store. They violently pulled the clerk from behind the counter and brandished a gun, threatening the clerk while stealing an undisclosed amount of cash. The suspects then fled the scene in a white 4-Door sedan heading...

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City of Austin Seeks Community Input on the Next City Manager

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas - The City of Austin has begun its search for the next City Manager, and they are reaching out to the community for valuable input. The City Manager is appointed by and reports to the Austin City Council, and the council members want community involvement in the selection process.To gather feedback, residents of Austin are invited to participate in a short, three-question survey. The survey is available in both English and Spanish and will be open until Friday, February 16th. The aim of the survey is to allow the public to share their preferences and...

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Traffic Fatality in the 700 block of W Howard Lane

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

On February 1, 2024, a tragic traffic accident occurred in the 700 block of W. Howard Lane, resulting in the death of Jesse Duer. According to the Austin Police Department (APD), Duer, a white male born on December 4, 1984, was involved in a collision with a pickup truck at approximately 7:06 a.m. The driver of the truck remained at the scene and is fully cooperating with the investigation. It has been determined that the driver was not impaired at the time of the incident.Jesse Duer was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where he fought for his life for several...

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City Celebrates AHFC’s First Permanent Supportive Housing Community – Espero Rutland

By North Austin News | Feb 9, 2024

The City of Austin Housing Department is celebrating the opening of the Austin Housing Finance Corporation's (AHFC) first permanent supportive housing community, Espero Rutland. Located in District 4 at 1934 Rutland Drive, the development is already accepting applications and welcoming residents. It features 171 furnished studio apartments designed to house residents at risk of or who have experienced chronic homelessness.Mandy DeMayo, Interim Director for the Housing Department, expressed her pride in helping 171 households have a place to call home. She thanked all the...

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Orenda Charter School District Education: 98 multiracial students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Feb 8, 2024

Multiracial students made up 5.1% of Orenda Charter School District's student body in the 2021-22 school year.

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Enrollment Analysis: Hispanic students comprised 36% of Taylor County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

By North Austin News | Feb 8, 2024

There were 13,471 Hispanic students enrolled in Taylor County schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

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APD Cold Case Detectives Identify a Suspect in Connection to the 1994 Murder of Bert Allen Mann

By North Austin News | Feb 8, 2024

The Austin Police Department (APD) Cold Case Unit has made a significant breakthrough in the investigation of the 1994 murder of Bert Allen Mann. After almost three decades of relentless pursuit of justice, detectives have identified a suspect in connection to the case.On May 12, 1994, Mann was tragically found with fatal stab wounds in the kitchen of his residence on Star Grass Circle. It appeared that the suspect had forced entry into Mann's home through a rear sliding glass door. Mann discovered the intruder upon his return from work, leading to a struggle near the...