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Custom Chihuly coming to Round Rock after leaders approve $360K piece for downtown building
Council approved a $360,000 contract with Dale Chihuly, a world-renowned glass artist. Source link
Meals on Wheels Central Texas needs holiday volunteers amid funding cuts
There are thousands of older adults who depend on Meals on Wheels Central Texas daily in order to be able to eat. Source link
Buda woman turns into 'Grinch,' shuts down 'Letters to Santa' mailbox… after responding to 1,000+ letters
There comes a time when "Santa" has to return to the North Pole, and the Grinch takes over. Source link
21-year-old man convicted of murder in 2021 deadly Sixth Street shooting
A 21-year-old man accused of fatally shooting of Michael Carothers Jr., 17 in an October 2021 gunfight in downtown Austin was convicted of murder and deadly conduct, according to...
Travis County put COVID-19 funds toward housing, one project set to open this spring
One of those projects, Carin Point Cameron, which will be run by Caritas of Austin, is set to open in the spring. Source link
Texas Tech begins work on flood forecasting system after July flooding tragedy
The National Wind Institute at Texas Tech University announced it installed two new mesonet stations near Hunt, Texas. The stations are located near Camp La Junta and M-Bar-M Ranch....
American Revolution exhibit visits Williamson County as US celebrates 250th anniversary
An exhibit traveling across Texas about the American Revolution is visiting Williamson County until Jan. 2nd. as the U.S. celebrates 250 years of independence in 2026. Source link
Central Texas street dog rescue looking for foster families, help with influx of 'momma dogs' this holiday season
The founder of a Central Texas street dog rescue said her group is in need of foster volunteers and donations to help with a surge in stray, pregnant animals...
50+ organizations sign letter asking Austin council for protected bike lanes on 6th Street
As the city of Austin works on its Sixth Street Mobility and Revitalization Project, dozens of businesses and organizations are asking city leaders to prioritize adding protected bike lanes...
Judge blocks Texas 'App Store Accountability Act' from taking effect Jan. 1
A federal judge blocked a Texas law that's become known as the "App Store Accountability Act," ruling it likely violates the First Amendment. Source link
