Texas & Southern Plains Weather Alert: Longest Cold Stretch in Decades Through February 2
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Austin, TX – A rare and unusually persistent Arctic cold spell continues across Texas and the Southern Plains, with dangerously cold temperatures expected to last through Sunday, February 2, marking what...
Family Run Mexican Restaurants in Texas That Locals Trust Completely
Texas has always been a crossroads where cultures blend, traditions simmer, and flavors speak louder than words. Family-run Mexican restaurants across the state have perfected recipes passed down through generations, creating dining experiences that feel like home even if you’ve never been there before. These...
The highest paid gastroenterologist in the 10 largest Southern cities
The highest-paid gastroenterologist in Houston, the most populated city in the South, earns $1,105,600 per year, according to Medscape’s salary reporter tool. Here are the salaries of the highest paid gastroenterologists in the 10 most populated cities in the South, along with their amount of experience and their...
Travis County lifts burn ban
TRAVIS COUNTY, Texas — Travis County lifted its burn ban Monday after recent rainfall reduced wildfire risk. Chief Fire Marshal Gary Howell announced the decision, citing improved conditions. Outdoor burning is now permitted, but officials urged caution. Residents should keep water or a fire extinguisher nearby and...
1 dead after Monday night crash in central Austin: APD
A fatal crash in central Austin shut down all lanes of the southbound I-35 service road at East 38th ½ Street Monday night, according to the Austin Police Department.
Winter weather: Pipes burst across Austin
With the freezing weather, pipes could burst if they were exposed for too long. A plumber gave some tips on how to protect your pipes.
Warmer afternoon, still freezing overnight
The worst is behind us now with daytime highs heading back up each day, but night time lows will still leave you reaching for a jacket. - Freddy Vela
Winter storm power outages came from unusual sources
Local power providers in Central Texas reported relatively few outages during the weekend's winter storm, with the majority of outages caused by lightning and dust, and very few related to ice accumulation.
Central Texas still faces icy roads amid extreme cold warning Tuesday
AUSTIN, Texas — Central Texas residents are waking up to another bitterly cold morning following the weekend's ice storm. While some main roads are navigable, icy patches remain a concern, particularly in neighborhoods and untreated areas. Traffic: Beware of icy spots. CBS Austin early-morning traffic reports...
Ice stops firetrucks in tracks while fighting blaze, EMS notes increased numbers over weekend
As the Austin metro continues to see freezing temperatures, first responders are in the thick of it responding to calls and facing icy roads.
