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Wishbone Bridge, Unity Underpass on hike and bike trail to open February 7
A new bridge and underpass will debut along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, offering improved connectivity and a safer route for trail users. Source...
MrBeast gives a 'hand' to Georgetown 12-year-old
Twelve‑year‑old Kai Pollnitz from Georgetown received a life‑changing surprise when YouTube creator MrBeast gifted him a custom Open Bionics Hero PRO robotic hand. Kai, who was born with a...
'Freeze cured grasses' could spark wildfires; AFD urges caution as ice melts
As Central Texas slowly warms up and the ice thaws, the Austin Fire Department wants people to remain mindful of heating and fire safety. Source link
Here’s How Compression Socks Actually Work
You might associate compression socks with your grandparents or a hospital setting. But the stockings have become a trendy travel and wellness accessory among social-media users—and doctors say they...
Texas freezes H-1B visas for state agencies, higher education amid investigation into federal program
Gov. Greg Abbott announced an investigation into the federal H-1B visa program in "light of recent reports of abuse," according to a letter signed by the governor. He directed...
Republicans scramble to avoid shutdown amid public ICE backlash
Congress on Monday took a step closer toward a partial shutdown when Republicans dismissed a demand by Senate Democrats to drop funding for Homeland Security from the funding package...
Austin Housing updates council on plan for affordable housing on vacant city land
Austin Housing sent a memo on Jan. 23 updating city council on the department's progress toward further development of affordable housing on city-owned vacant land. Source link
Central Texas Food Bank says it needs 250+ volunteers this week
"We need to quickly get food out to our neighbors. When extreme weather hits, the need to eat doesn't stop." Source link
Border lawmakers want DHS funded but more ICE oversight
Two South Texas congressmen on Monday said although they supported the spending bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security for the remainder of the fiscal year, they want...
Warmer temperatures the next 3 days before another front
Temperatures return to the 40s this afternoon. This brief warming trend continues for two more days before the next cold front arrives. -- Rich Segal Source link
