City of Austin awards additional $2.5M in grants to small businesses
The city has allocated another $2.5 million toward small business relief for applicants who did not receive any funding from the original 2020 grant.
Local vendors you can support at the Barton Creek Farmer's Market
National Farmers Market Week, which runs from August 1 to 7, is a great opportunity to celebrate how much value markets bring to our communities.
Community rallies behind Austin skate shop amid talks of demolition
The owner of No-Comply skate shop was unaware that a demolition permit had been filed until the Historical Landmark Commission Review posted a sign outside their building.
Austin family produces line of upcycled and sustainable glassware
All Neutrall glassware is completely upcycled and sustainable, from the initial materials used to create the glasses to the eco-friendly packaging used to ship them.
Austin Film Society Cinema reopens after 15-month closure
A fixture in Austin's independent film scene is officially back open after closing its doors more than a year ago due to the pandemic.
Houston restaurant claims Uber Eats owes them more than $20,000
A local family-owned business claims Uber Eats owes them money from more than 700 orders, or an estimated $20,000.
FOX 7 Discussion: First statewide Texas Deaf Chamber of Commerce
Jason Shaw, the president and chair for the Texas Deaf Chamber of Commerce, joins Mike Warren to talk about the first statewide deaf chamber of commerce in the United States.
Austin health officials say businesses can decide to keep masks or not
Officials say that wearing a mask, even when fully vaccinated, remains the most effective way to reduce spread of many respiratory illnesses.
Variety of local goods sold at Dripping Springs Farmers Market
The market is held every Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Triangle - Veterans Memorial Park.
New restaurant owner can't find workers who want to give up unemployment payment
"I put out a basic signing bonus and there are many businesses that do it," he said. "And it was not an awful lot, it was $400, but I didn't even get a phone call, crickets."
Restaurants say they're having trouble hiring; employees found other jobs during pandemic
But a key ingredient to a successful comeback is having enough employees, and for many, that’s a problem. Restaurants are not only working to fill tables, they’re working to fill positions.
Report looks at toll COVID-19 pandemic took on downtown Austin
The Downtown Austin Alliance is calling on residents to help re-invigorate downtown Austin.
Austin woman marks one year on journey to become pitmaster
Eliana Gutierrez was made pitmaster’s apprentice to Miguel Vidal at Valentina’s Tex Mex Barbeque on her 20th birthday in April 2020.
Austin couple puts unique spin on a classic dish at Chicken Salad Shoppe
An Austin couple is taking chicken salad to the next level with some inventive recipes.
Celebrating National Beer Day at Dripping Springs breweries
There are more than 50 breweries in the Austin area and several of them are located on Fitzhugh Road in Dripping Springs.
Build, don't break, says Rep Williams on Biden infrastructure plan
U.S. Rep Roger Williams voiced his concerns about Biden's plan while meeting with first responders in two communities in west Travis County.
Biden signs extension of Paycheck Protection Program for small businesses by 2 months
President Joe Biden singed an extension of the Paycheck Protection Program a day before it was poised to expire, giving small businesses until May 31 to apply.
Gym giving free memberships to those who don't get the COVID-19 vaccine
The gym's offer was met with mixed reactions.
Strong microburst winds peaking at 75 mph caused damage in Bertram
A National Weather Service report says that there was "no direct evidence" of a tornado touching down in Bertram.
Gov. Abbott promises small business protection during North Texas visit
The governor said he’s made litigation protection for small businesses an emergency item during the legislative session.