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News from October 2024

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Zilker Holiday Tree art contest invites young artists from Austin

By North Austin News | Oct 21, 2024

The City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department is calling on young artists from the Austin area to take part in the Annual Zilker Tree Art Contest. This event invites children aged 5 to 10 years old to compete for a chance to help illuminate the Zilker Tree.

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City of Austin hosts second “Building Austin” event on Southeast infrastructure projects

By North Austin News | Oct 21, 2024

The City of Austin's Capital Delivery Services (CDS) is set to host its second "Building Austin" event, focusing on infrastructure projects in Southeast Austin.

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Pedestrian killed in crash at US 183 Highway and Burleson Road

By North Austin News | Oct 21, 2024

On October 19, 2024, at approximately 4:50 a.m., officers from the Austin Police Department (APD) responded to a fatal incident involving a vehicle and a pedestrian. The collision occurred at the intersection of S US 183 Highway SB and Burleson Road. The pedestrian, whose identity remains unknown, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver involved in the crash was not injured and is cooperating with authorities.

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Cheapest E15 gas in cities across Travis County in week ending Oct. 12

By North Austin News | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Williamson County in week ending Oct. 12?

By North Austin News | Oct 20, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Which former North Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21?

By North Austin News | Oct 20, 2024

These former North Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 21.

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Home sales during week ending Oct. 12 in Travis County

By North Austin News | Oct 19, 2024

There were 73 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending Oct. 12, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across Williamson County in week ending Oct. 12

By North Austin News | Oct 19, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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North Austin News area weekly mass times

By North Austin News | Oct 19, 2024

The following parishes in the North Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Williamson County in week ending Oct. 12?

By North Austin News | Oct 18, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Williamson County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Travis County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Oct. 12

By North Austin News | Oct 18, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Travis County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Austin joins NHTSA for National Teen Driver Safety Week awareness campaign

By North Austin News | Oct 18, 2024

The City of Austin has partnered with the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to encourage parents to discuss safe driving habits with their teenage drivers. This initiative coincides with National Teen Driver Safety Week, which runs from October 20-26.

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Austin police see reduced crime during ACL Festival

By North Austin News | Oct 18, 2024

This year's 2024 Fall ACL Music Festival concluded successfully, with early collaboration among partner agencies ensuring robust safety measures. Law enforcement concentrated on addressing past issues like thefts and overdoses through preparation and education, effectively reducing risks for attendees.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Travis County in week ending Oct. 12?

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Travis County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Oct. 12, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Austin enacts immediate burning restrictions due to dangerous fire conditions

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

Dangerous fire conditions have prompted the Parks and Recreation Department to implement a burning restriction in Central Texas. Effective October 16, 2024, this measure aims to protect park visitors and nearby communities while reducing wildfire risks in the city's parks, greenbelts, and preserves. The restriction will remain until weather conditions improve.

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Austin records its 70th traffic fatality of the year

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

On October 4, 2024, at approximately 5:15 a.m., the Austin Police Department (APD) responded to a single-vehicle collision at the intersection of East US 290 HWY SVRD WB and East Parmer Lane. The driver involved in the accident was identified as Guillermo Lagunas-Hernandez, born on December 14, 1952. Following the incident, Lagunas-Hernandez was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased on October 6, 2024.

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Shooting on Burton Drive marks Austin's 53rd homicide in 2024

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a shooting incident on Wednesday, October 16, 2024, at approximately 10:35 p.m. The event took place in the 2100 block of Burton Drive. The victim, identified as Keshawn Ramonce Cage, was found with a gunshot wound and pronounced dead at the scene.

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Austin declares disaster due to increased wildfire threat

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

City of Austin Mayor Kirk Watson and Travis County Judge Andy Brown have issued a pre-emptive disaster declaration in response to the state's similar action, announced by Governor Greg Abbott. The decision comes amid severe wildfire risks due to prolonged dry conditions, with no measurable rain for over 40 days.

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New supportive housing opens for seniors exiting homelessness in Austin

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

The City of Austin has opened Pecan Gardens, a new permanent supportive housing community for seniors aged 55 and older who are exiting homelessness. This facility, located at 10813 Pecan Park Boulevard in District 6, is the result of transforming the former Candlewood Suites Hotel into 78 furnished studio apartments. The initiative began in May 2023 and aims to provide residents with various services such as case management, health assessments, and living skills coordination.

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Single vehicle crash claims life on South IH-35

By North Austin News | Oct 17, 2024

On the night of October 15, 2024, Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a fatal single-vehicle crash on the 5600 block of South IH-35 SVRD NB. The driver involved in the incident was identified as Emmanuel Bioko-Makoli, who was pronounced dead at the scene.