Austin Kite Fest returns to Zilker Park on Sunday, April 3
Let’s go fly a kite! The ABC Kite Fest returns to Zilker Park in Austin on Sunday, April 3. Bring your family, and a kite, any time from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
City of Austin facing lifeguard, city worker shortages going into summer
The City of Austin is facing staffing shortages and is looking to hire lifeguards. Barton Springs Pool is closing two days a week until more staff can be hired.
Austin YMCA looking to hire 400 lifeguards, swim instructors, camp counselors for summer
The YMCA of Austin is looking to hire 400 lifeguards, swim instructors and camp counselors for the summer. The Y says these jobs are a perfect stepping stone for those seeking a health, first responder, or teaching career.
City of Round Rock hosts summer job fair Friday, April 1
The City of Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a summer job fair on Friday, April 1.
Samsung donates $5K to 100 Black Men of Austin's children's program
With Samsung's donation, 100 Black Men of Austin was able to bring author Chris Singleton to read to students, as well as donate 100 books to the Austin Public Library.
Round Rock Express to host tornado relief fundraiser on Opening Day
The Round Rock Express will be donating a portion of the proceeds from Opening Day ticket sales to the Round Rock Cares Fund to help tornado victims.
Kendra Scott donates $13.25 million to University of Texas at Austin
Kendra Scott's $13.25 million endowment will expand entrepreneurship offerings at UT to help an estimated 24,000 women pursue business aspirations in the coming decade.
Texas veteran celebrates 100th birthday with flyover in Austin
A Texas veteran is celebrating his 100th birthday in a very special way. Camp Mabry hosted a flyover of World War II-era planes honoring the 100th birthday of local veteran Stan Brooks.
City of Buda invites community to join Buda's birthday celebration
The City of Buda is inviting the community to join Buda's birthday celebration on Saturday, April 2.
Austin businesses hold charity event to help tornado victims
Proceeds will go to the Austin Disaster Relief Network.
Round Rock Express invites community to Fan Fest March 26
Fans of all ages are invited to Dell Diamond to help celebrate the start of the 2022 baseball season at the free and open to the public event.
New job, ride for teen driver who drove red truck in Texas tornado
Riley Leon, the 16-year-old that drove his red truck through a Texas tornado, got the job he was driving home from interviewing for and is being gifted a new Chevrolet Silverado.
City of Jarrell calling for volunteers to help with tornado damage cleanup
The City of Jarrell is in need of volunteers for tornado damage cleanup on Friday, March 25.
Volunteers needed for storm debris clean-up on Friday, March 25
Volunteers are needed for storm debris clean-up in the City of Jarrell on Friday, March 25.
Tornadoes in Central Texas: YMCAs open doors to affected residents
YMCAs across Central Texas are opening their doors to residents who were affected by the tornadoes that swept across Central Texas on March 21.
South Austin neighbors upset after code department removes 'slow down' signs from neighborhood
Residents in South Austin are upset after signs telling speeders to hit the brakes were removed by the city.
Central Texas community rallies to help tornado victims; resource center opens in Round Rock
The Round Rock community is rallying together to help tornado victims. A multi-agency resource center will open from March 24-26 for those in need.
Central Texas tornadoes: Organizations offer assistance, how you can help
Austin Disaster Relief Network, Red Cross, and Catholic Charities of Central Texas are helping people get back on their feet after tornadoes swept through Central Texas on March 21.
Georgetown to celebrate Earth Day with nature, recycling events in April
Georgetown residents can celebrate Earth Day all April long with events focused on nature and recycling.
Travis County residents encouraged to complete 2022 community survey
The survey is open until April 30, 2022, and is available in multiple languages, including Spanish, Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, Arabic, Urdu, and Hindi.