40 cadets graduate from Austin Fire Department academy
AUSTIN, Texas - The Austin Fire Department's Cadet Class 139 graduated on Friday, July 25. Forty firefighters were in this cadet class. At the end of the ceremony, the cadets found out where they'll be stationed. Chase Horan will be at Fire Station 17 on South 1st Street. "Extremely excited,...
Sandy Creek recovery turns over to Travis County
AUSTIN, Texas — Leadership for recovery efforts in Sandy Creek is changing hands once again, raising questions and concerns among volunteers and community members. The Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) initiated recovery efforts on July 10, but 15 days later, Travis County is stepping in to manage operations at...
Former Austin ISD executive sentenced in district theft case
On July 15, a Travis County judge sentenced a former Austin ISD executive in connection with a district theft investigation.
Tiger Woods’ mini-golf chain to take over old sports space in Central Texas
'This isn’t a goodbye to The Pitch, it’s the next chapter...'
Hundreds of Animals Rescued in Wake of Central Texas Floods
In the aftermath of the catastrophic July 4 floods that swept through Kerrville and surrounding areas, animal rescue groups launched a swift and large-scale operation to save pets displaced by the disaster. Austin Pets Alive! (APA) led the response, transferring over 150 animals from impacted shelters in Kerrville,...
Austin’s shuttered Shady Grove finds new life in Central Texas tavern
The original South Austin institution operated for 28 years before its May 2020 closure.
‘Helping every way we can’: Leander mayor talks flood response
A somber anniversary across the state of Texas on Friday as it marks three weeks since deadly flooding during the July 4 holiday weekend.
Texas’ little bread shed saved from closure by community support
The little shed that could was in danger of closing its little glass doors for good.
11 Massive Flea Markets In Texas That Are Too Good To Pass Up
Looking for massive flea markets in Texas where treasures await?. These 11 shopping wonderlands offer everything from antiques to tacos and plenty of Texas-sized bargains!. 1. Bussey’s Flea Market (Schertz) Bussey’s is like the Disney World of flea markets, minus the mouse ears and with way better deals!
10 Cool Texas Ice Cream Stops Perfect For Hot Days
When Texas heat cranks up, nothing beats a creamy, cold scoop of ice cream. The Lone Star State boasts some incredible ice cream shops that’ll cool you down faster than jumping in Barton Springs. I’ve scouted the best frozen treats from Austin to Houston and beyond that’ll make you forget about the scorching...
