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American Indian students made up 0.8% of Coupland ISD schools' student body in the 2021-22 school year.

2021: Travis County residents have median age of 35

Travis County residents have a median age of 35-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending Jan. 20?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

APD Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting Resulting in Death

The Austin Police Department (APD) is currently investigating an officer-involved shooting that took place on Sunday, January 21, 2024. The incident occurred at approximately 12:29 a.m. when a 9-1-1 call was made requesting emergency medical services at 12310 Uttimer Lane. The caller reported that someone had been stabbed multiple times and that the suspect was still inside the residence with a female victim.Upon arrival at the scene, three APD officers, dressed in distinct APD uniforms, quickly assessed the situation. They encountered several individuals outside the...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Travis County in week ending Jan. 20?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Williamson County had the cheapest midgrade gas in week ending Jan. 20

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Enrollment Analysis: American Indian students comprised 0.1% of Jarrell ISD schools' student body in 2021-22 school year

Jarrell ISD schools had four American Indian students enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Boat Ramps at Lake Walter E. Long Reopen January 25

Public access to the boat ramps at Lake Walter E. Long will reopen at noon on Thursday, January 25 as the lake level is now high enough to safely allow boat launching. This decision was made in collaboration with Austin Energy, Austin Water, and the Lower Colorado River Authority, ensuring the safety of boaters and visitors to the lake."Austin Energy, Austin Water, and Austin Parks and Recreation have been closely monitoring the water elevation levels at Lake Walter E. Long," said a spokesperson from Austin Parks and Recreation. "We are pleased to announce that the lake...

156 Affordable Units Now Underway with Norman Commons Development

The City of Austin Housing Department has announced the closing of $58 million in construction financing for the development of Norman Commons, a 156-unit multifamily development located at 3811 Tannehill Lane in Austin, Texas. The project is a partnership between the Austin Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) and Foundation Communities. The development will consist of 156 rental units and 32 for-sale units built by Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation.The aim of Norman Commons is to provide affordable housing in Austin, particularly in areas vulnerable to...

Groundbreaking for Seabrook Square Multi-Family Development in East Austin

AUSTIN, TX – The City of Austin Housing Department, in collaboration with the NHP Foundation, Capital A Housing, and the Austin Housing Finance Corporation, celebrated the groundbreaking of the Seabrook Square multi-family development in East Austin. The development, located at 2210 Pershing Drive, will consist of 204 affordable units on approximately three acres of land.Mandy DeMayo, Interim Deputy Director of the Housing Department, expressed excitement about the project, stating, "The Seabrook Square groundbreaking shows exciting progress in our collective efforts to...

Lifeguard Training Starts Now

The Aquatic Division of the Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for the upcoming swim season. With the goal of fully staffing City pools during the summer months, approximately 850 lifeguards are needed. Currently, there are 235 lifeguards on staff, leaving hundreds of positions still open. According to the article, lifeguard training is an ongoing process that takes place throughout the year. It is encouraged for individuals to obtain or renew their lifeguard certification as soon as possible in order to start earning sooner. Winter renewal offers the advantage...

Williamson County Education: 8,444 Black students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

In Williamson County schools, 6.6% of students identified as Black in the 2021-22 school year.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Travis County in week ending Jan. 20?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Goodwater Montessori School District Education: 4 American Indian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

American Indian students made up 1.1% of Goodwater Montessori School District's student body in the 2021-22 school year.

Chairman McCaul Joins Letter to AG Garland Opposing the DOJ’s Lawsuit Against the State of Texas