Tubing business sees massive increase following COVID-19 pandemic
The Lions Club Tube Rental feels people missed floating the river because it was one of the many activities shut down last year due to COVID-19.
The Lions Club Tube Rental feels people missed floating the river because it was one of the many activities shut down last year due to COVID-19.
July 4 BBQ tips: Virologist says pack the hand sanitizer, avoid the potato salad
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
While vaccination rates are making many feel optimistic about Independence Day cookouts, medical experts are still urging Americans to maintain proper hygiene — and food safety protocols — in order to stay safe on July 4.
TPWD reminds boaters to "clean, drain and dry" over holiday weekend
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.
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.
WCRAS holding July 4th adoption special for dogs, cats
Now through Monday, July 5, adoptions for cats and kittens are Buy One, Get One and medium and large adult dogs are $4 with an appointment.
Now through Monday, July 5, adoptions for cats and kittens are Buy One, Get One and medium and large adult dogs are $4 with an appointment.
Armadillo Christmas Bazaar returns in-person for 2021 season
The Austin holiday shopping staple will run from December 15-24 at the Palmer Events Center.
The Austin holiday shopping staple will run from December 15-24 at the Palmer Events Center.
Austin's Fourth of July concert, firework show returning this year
The event will begin at 8:00 p.m. and finish with a fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics.
The event will begin at 8:00 p.m. and finish with a fireworks display over the city skyline backed by symphonic patriotic classics.
Fireworks and pets: Tips to keep your dog or cat safe on July 4th
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
The summer holiday can be hard on our pets. Here are tips from a variety of pet experts on how to keep your furry friends safe this Fourth of July.
Fireworks shortage could dim Fourth of July celebrations nationwide
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Ohio-based Phantom Fireworks is urging consumers to buy their fireworks sooner rather than later.
Local fireworks stands experiencing shortage ahead of July 4th
While the COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for consumer fireworks, it also caused labor shortages and supply chain issues.
While the COVID-19 pandemic increased demand for consumer fireworks, it also caused labor shortages and supply chain issues.
AFD reminds Austinites that fireworks are illegal within city limits
AFD is reminding residents ahead of the July 4th holiday that it is illegal to have, use or sell fireworks within Austin city limits.
AFD is reminding residents ahead of the July 4th holiday that it is illegal to have, use or sell fireworks within Austin city limits.
City of Georgetown announces facility closings on July 5
The city of Georgetown says city offices and facilities will be closed on July 5 in observance of Independence Day.
The city of Georgetown says city offices and facilities will be closed on July 5 in observance of Independence Day.
July 4th celebrations can stress pets out, here's how to avoid it
Dr. Brianna Armstrong at Firehouse Animal Health Center provides tips on how to decrease the stress in pets during the 4th of July.
Dr. Brianna Armstrong at Firehouse Animal Health Center provides tips on how to decrease the stress in pets during the 4th of July.
Austin celebrates first Juneteenth as a federal holiday
Juneteenth was celebrated throughout Austin Saturday, and now across the country after President Biden made Juneteenth an official federal holiday.
Juneteenth was celebrated throughout Austin Saturday, and now across the country after President Biden made Juneteenth an official federal holiday.
Father’s Day celebrations kick off ‘summer of freedom’ from virus
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
President Biden wants to celebrate Independence Day as a “summer of freedom” from the virus, but many may already feel a return to normalcy this Father’s Day.
Juneteenth, ‘a day of profound weight and power,’ marked across the US
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
While Juneteenth’s recognition at a time of racial reckoning is appreciated by many, some say more is still needed to be done to change policies that are disadvantageous to Black Americans.
Celebrate Father’s Day with these famous movie dads on Tubi
Iconic movie dads from Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold in “National Lampoon’s Vacation” to Will Smith, who starred alongside his son Jaden in “The Pursuit of Happyness,” are all free to stream on Tubi.
Iconic movie dads from Chevy Chase as Clark Griswold in “National Lampoon’s Vacation” to Will Smith, who starred alongside his son Jaden in “The Pursuit of Happyness,” are all free to stream on Tubi.
Treat your dad: Father’s Day deals, specials and freebies
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
Whether it's a sweet dessert or a savory steak, check out these super special deals for a super special dad.
Juneteenth: What its path to federal holiday status looked like
Even though it’s been celebrated for 156 years and recognized in some form in 47 states and the District of Columbia, Juneteenth did not become a federal holiday until this week.
Even though it’s been celebrated for 156 years and recognized in some form in 47 states and the District of Columbia, Juneteenth did not become a federal holiday until this week.
Juneteenth: New federal holiday pressures US companies to give day off
The declaration of Juneteenth as a federal holiday is putting the pressure on more U.S. companies to give their employees the day off, accelerating a movement that took off last year in response to the racial justice protests that swept the country.
The declaration of Juneteenth as a federal holiday is putting the pressure on more U.S. companies to give their employees the day off, accelerating a movement that took off last year in response to the racial justice protests that swept the country.
States move to restrict critical race theory as US celebrates Juneteenth
Juneteenth is the first new federal holiday since Martin Luther King Jr. Day was created in 1983. It is a historical event that teachers will cover in history classes.
Juneteenth is the first new federal holiday since Martin Luther King Jr. Day was created in 1983. It is a historical event that teachers will cover in history classes.