Bastrop to hold 31st annual Patriotic Festival
The celebration kicks off at 8 a.m. July 2 with the Run, White & Blue 5K through the streets of Bastrop, with the festival following at noon in Fisherman's Park.
ACC to close campuses, hold events for Juneteenth
On Friday, June 17, all ACC campus sites will be closed in observance of Juneteenth, the first year the college will be formally observing the holiday by closing.
Father's Day gift ideas, activities from Austin-area local businesses
Father's Day is June 19 and can show your appreciation to that special person in your life and help support local businesses.
Hundreds gather in East Austin for annual Black History Bike Ride
Even though Sunday was one of the hottest days of the week, that did not stop hundreds of cyclists from embarking on the Black History Bike Ride.
Llano Rock'n Riverfest cancelled due to drought, record heat
Festival organizers say there will still be fireworks on July 4, and they are hoping for a wetter spring in 2023.
Texas Game Wardens issue fewer citations during Memorial Day weekend
Texas Parks & Wildlife says the decrease is due to increased boating safety awareness and patrols by game wardens and other marine safety officers.
National Donut Day 2022: Where to find donut deals
National Donut Day is Friday, June 3 — and stores are handing out free or discounted donuts right and left.
Busy summer travel expected at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
“This year, we’re expecting 22 million people to fly out of the airport, which is double what the airport served when we first opened,” said Sam Haynes, public information officer for AUS.
Memorial Day 2022: Here's a look at what's open and closed
Are banks open today? The U.S. federal holiday means some government services are closed, while many grocery stores remain open.
Thousands of flight cancellations pile up on Memorial Day weekend
More than 5,000 flights were canceled over the Memorial Day holiday weekend.
Personal watercraft banned on Lake Austin for Memorial Day weekend
Austin police want to remind those heading to Lake Austin this Memorial Day weekend that a ban on personal watercrafts begins Friday evening and ends Tuesday, May 31.
5 money-saving moves to make this Memorial Day
If you are looking for new ways to save this Memorial Day, here are a few places to start.
Memorial Day: The origin of America's commemoration of fallen troops
Memorial Day is more than just a three-day weekend. It’s the day Americans commemorate those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the armed forces.
City of Austin offices, facilities close for Memorial Day 2022
The City of Austin is closing its government offices Monday, May 30 in observance of Memorial Day.
More Memorial Day travel expected, despite high gas prices
AAA estimates that millions of people will travel 50 miles or more during the holiday weekend with the majority of them driving their cars.
TPWD reminds boaters to "clean, drain and dry" over Memorial Day weekend, summer
Boaters need to remove all plants, mud and debris from boats, trailers, vehicles and gear and drain the water from all equipment and on-board receptacles before leaving a lake.
Walmart pulls Juneteenth ice cream after backlash: ‘We sincerely apologize’
“Share and celebrate African-American culture, emancipation and enduring hope,” the product label read.
Austin Beerworks, Kaiju Cut & Sew relaunch AAPI 'Eastern Philosophy' beer
An Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month Celebration is being held at Austin Beerworks featuring a variety of events including the relaunch of Eastern Philosophy, a Kaiju Brew.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Support Asian-owned local businesses
In the Austin area and around Central Texas there are numerous Asian-owned businesses that you can support in honor of AAPI Heritage Month.
Mother arrested after 3 children found dead inside Southern California home
A Southern California mother and a juvenile believed to be her 16-year-old son have been arrested after three children were found dead inside a San Fernando Valley home Sunday, according to the Los Angeles Police Department.