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The only price of diesel in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Austin Energy lineworker aids effort bringing electricity to Navajo Nation

For Austin Energy journeyman lineworker Edward Jodie, the utility’s recent trip to aid the Navajo Nation was more than a homecoming. It was a celebration of a life and career that has come full circle.

McCaul votes to improve servicemembers' quality of life with FY25 NDAA

U.S. Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, has voted in favor of the Servicemembers Quality Of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025.

Austin-Bergstrom International Airport embarks on major expansion with Journey With AUS program

Austin continues to grow, and so does the region's demand for air travel. Through the Journey With AUS program, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is expanding to meet this demand while maintaining the unique character of Austin.

Representative Carter supports troops with NDAA vote

U.S. Representative John Carter (TX-31) released a statement following his vote in favor of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2025.

HSEM hosts emergency preparedness event ahead of wildfire season

Austin’s Office of Homeland Security & Emergency Management (HSEM) will host an Emergency Preparedness Pop-Up at the Spicewood Springs Branch Library on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, from 4-7 p.m. This event is organized to help the community prepare for summer hazards such as wildfires and extreme heat.

Granger Independent School District with its main office in Georgetown has 112 at-risk students during the 2022-23 school year

Granger Independent School District with its main office in Georgetown enrolled 112 students who identified as at risk during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

APD seeks public help in identifying burglary suspect

The Austin Police Department (APD) Burglary Unit is seeking public assistance in identifying a suspect linked to a series of burglaries. The incidents began on Friday, June 7, 2024, at approximately 5 p.m., at a residence located in the 1600 block of Chatham Avenue.

Austin initiates update for 'Imagine Austin' comprehensive plan

The City of Austin is initiating a community-wide effort to update its comprehensive plan, Imagine Austin. Originally adopted by the City Council in 2012, Imagine Austin is a 30-year plan that envisions the city as a hub of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity. It aims to celebrate diversity and creativity while ensuring community needs and values are met. The plan also emphasizes leadership from citizens and accessibility to life's necessities.

Groundbreaking begins on $20 million residence for survivors in Austin

The City of Austin Housing Department has announced the groundbreaking of a new five-story, wood-frame building that will provide 60 permanent supportive housing units for survivors of violence and abuse. This development, named The Lancaster, is the first of its kind in Austin and will be located at 5115 Lancaster Court in District 4.

Carter secures $748K funding for Copperas Cove Mental Health Response Team

Representative John Carter announced the allocation of $748,000 for the Copperas Cove Police Department's Mental Health Response Team. This funding is part of the Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations bill recently signed into law.

City announces over $13 million in grants for local artists & art organizations

The City of Austin Economic Development Department has announced the opening of the Thrive and Elevate Grant programs, which will provide over $13 million in support for local arts and cultural organizations, individual artists, and arts groups. The Elevate Grant offers between $15,000 to $80,000 for various arts entities, while the Thrive Grant provides between $85,000 to $150,000 to sustain and grow local arts organizations. Applications open on June 25 and must be submitted by July 23.

Coupland Independent School District with its main office in Coupland taught 158 at-risk students during the 2022-23 school year

Coupland Independent School District with its main office in Coupland enrolled 158 students who identified as at risk during the 2022-23 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

1 gas station in cities throughout Travis County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending June 8

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 8, according to GasBuddy.com.

Austin urges local businesses to reduce plastic packaging waste

Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) is actively participating in the U.S. Plastics Pact, which has entered an ambitious phase with its enhanced strategic plan, Roadmap 2.0. The initiative aims to accelerate the creation of a circular economy where plastic packaging is reused, recycled, composted, and kept within the economy rather than becoming waste.

Austin police seek public's help to locate missing endangered adult