Get a sneak preview of next year’s USPS stamp designs

The U.S. Postal Service has revealed an early look at its 2026 stamp lineup, showcasing designs that honor cultural icons, historical milestones, and timeless themes.

No fires, grilling at any City of Austin parks, greenbelts, preserves

Austin Parks and Recreation has issued a parks burning restriction starting Wednesday, Oct. 29. This comes as Central Texas is experiencing dangerous fire conditions.

These states rank as the best for jobs in 2025, data suggests

Searching for a job is a lot of work given how competitive the market is, but sometimes the location could be effective in finding and landing an opportunity, according to a new report.

Venmo, Bilt team up to reinvent rent and mortgage payments

Venmo announced a new partnership with Bilt at Money20/20 to integrate rent, mortgage, and neighborhood merchant payments into the Venmo experience.

Candy recall ahead of Halloween for allergen risk

A candy recall has been announced just ahead of Halloween after certain peanut butter and cashew bars were found to contain undeclared nut allergens.

3I Atlas comet updates: Where is it now, and what scientists are saying

The 3I/ATLAS comet was first spotted in July near Jupiter after it entered our solar system from another universe. Here’s what’s known about it and what we’ve learned so far.

Bastrop County food pantry "closely monitoring" SNAP changes, government shutdown

A Central Texas food pantry says they're “closely monitoring” the ongoing government shutdown. The USDA recently confirmed no SNAP benefits will be issued for November if it continues.

Aldi offering a $40 Thanksgiving meal for 10

Grocery retailer Aldi is offering a $40 Thanksgiving meal for 10 that includes a 14-pound turkey and nine side dishes. 

Change your clocks as Daylight saving time ends

Daylight saving time will officially end at 2 a.m. local time on Sunday, November 2, when clocks “fall back” one hour.

Austin Family on Children and Swearing
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Amanda Ruiz talks with Austin Family Magazine about ways to break the family swearing habit.