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Local organization 100 Black Men of Austin helps teachers stock up classrooms

The President of 100 Black Men of Austin said he wanted kids to be able to see themselves in books in their classrooms. He, with some help, made it happen.

6 days ago

Back-to-school celebration at Uvalde library honors victims

Exactly 21 figures sit ready to be delivered to El Progresso Memorial Library in Uvalde. One figure for each of the 19 children and 2 teachers killed in the Robb Elementary School Shooting.

6 days ago

New pedestrian, bicycle bridge over Lady Bird Lake to be completed by 2026

A new pedestrian and bicycle bridge is coming to the east side of Lady Bird Lake. Construction on the project is expected to be completed in 2026.

August 5

Pedernales Fire encouraging donations to 'Operation Backpack' school supply drive

As part of Operation Backpack, school supplies will be collected at four locations in Spicewood.

August 3

MOWCTX launches "Beat the Heat" initiative to provide fans, AC to those in need

“Beat the Heat” is a $55,000 initiative to purchase fans and window units for those in need, as well as make repairs to existing air-conditioning systems.

August 3

Zilker Brewing releases commemorative Parks and Rec can

Austin Parks Foundation has collaborated with Zilker Brewing Company to create a limited-edition 30th anniversary Parks and Rec can. They're also celebrating with pop-ups throughout the month of August all across town.

August 3

Democratic Socialists of America holds Organized Labor for Reproductive Justice Rally

The event included labor unions, activists, and abortion funds. Organizers say the resource fair brings together everyone from legal experts to unions highlighting working class voices.

July 31

Fundraiser for back-to-school hairstyles for kids at Austin shelters

Jenny Perez with Sonshine Braiding has started a GoFundMe to raise $3,000 and help about 30 kids and teens currently in care at SAFE Alliance's Austin shelters.

July 29

How to help victims of the devastating flash floods

Flooding this week has damaged hundreds of homes and is being blamed for at least nine deaths, with Kentucky and eastern Missouri being the hardest hit.

July 29

Austin FC asking fans to donate to equipment drive benefiting youth soccer players

Fans will be able to bring new or gently used soccer equipment to H-E-B Plaza at Q2 Stadium during four Austin FC home matches in August.

July 28

Wild Spirit Wild Places fundraising event at 3TEN ACL Live

Wild Spirit Wild Places, the nonprofit established by Desert Door dedicated to the restoration and preservation of wild lands across Texas and the U.S., is hosting "Hullabaloo 2".

July 28

Austin's Walnut Creek Pool opens July 23

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department currently has 578 lifeguards ready-to-work. The Department continues to hire and train lifeguards to operate summer pools.

July 22

Galveston Railroad Museum offers overnight stays in vintage rail coaches

The Galveston Railroad Museum has converted two of its rail coaches into bed and breakfasts for guests to rent.

July 22

Austin's Latino music community raises funds for victims of Uvalde school shooting

Austin’s Latino music community came together at Antone’s downtown to hold a benefit called Austin Con Uvalde. A benefit concert to raise money for the survivors and victims of the Robb Elementary shooting in Uvalde.

July 21

Austin summer camp helps children dealing with the loss of a loved one

Just like any other summer camp, the campers love everything they get to do at Camp Red Bird, but this camp is not just any summer camp. Camp Red Bird is for kids going through loss.

July 19