Wheatsville Food Co-op mural raises awareness about fair trade
The mural along Guadalupe Street was commissioned by nonprofit Fairtrade America and done by artist J. Muzacz.
Young artists asked to enter Zilker Holiday Tree Art Contest
Artists ages 5-10 can enter and the top three winners from each category will be publicly recognized and get to help light the Zilker Holiday Tree.
Dunkin' sweepstakes to award one Texas teacher free coffee for a year
People can nominate a deserving Texas teacher for the “Raise a Cup to Teachers” sweepstakes for a chance to win free coffee for a year and a Dunkin' coffee break.
P. Terry's hosting city-wide job fair at all Austin-area locations
The Austin-based family-owned burger chain says it's hiring for all positions and interested applicants who apply in-person and interview at participating locations will get a free burger.
Applications open for City of Austin's Community Navigator Program
The City of Austin is seeking vendors to administer the Community Navigator Program which will support local organizations impacted by COVID-19.
Kyle Parks & Recreation to host Squeeze Box Market Day
The free all-day event is set to begin at 8:30 a.m. and last until 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 12 at Gregg-Clarke Park on W. Center Street.
YMCA of Austin launches campaign aiming to fill more than 50 jobs
The “Make A Change” campaign aims to fill open positions and highlight the critical role the YMCA's Youth Development Leaders play in nurturing students during the pandemic.
Yelp, Brooklyn Decker partnering up for Make It Happen Day in Texas
A $100,000 Make It Happen Day fund has been established and 50 Texans will get a chance to win $1,000 toward a home repair project.
Round Rock Express to host blood drive at Dell Diamond August 12
Appointments are required in order to give blood at Dell Diamond and are available online.
Lawn mowing challenge inspires Austin 5th grader to help community
5th grade Austinite Tristan Lackovich impacts his community by completing the Raising Men and Women Lawn Care Service's "50 Yard Challenge".
FOX 7 Discussion: Salvation Army of Austin's Day of Giving
Commander Major Lewis Reckline joins Rebecca Thomas to talk about the Salvation Army of Austin's Day of Giving event.
City of Kyle to host La Verde Park, Cultural Trail groundbreaking
During the groundbreaking, there will be a live street fair with food trucks, market vendors, live music, interactive art and more.
APD, AFD, ATCEMS to participate in annual Battle of the Badges
We Are Blood has announced the return of its annual Battle of the Badges to raise awareness and drive blood donations in Central Texas.
Austin Public Library increases capacity, expands services
The Austin Public Library System will not operate at its pre-pandemic level until August 2.
MOWCTX needing more volunteers to meet seniors' needs
Meals on Wheels Central Texas says that they are in need of more volunteers to help serve homebound and vulnerable seniors.
FOX 7 Discussion: Meals on Wheels faces volunteer shortage
Adam Hauser, CEO of Meals on Wheels, joins FOX 7's Rebecca Thomas to discuss the need for volunteers as communities return to normalcy.
PARD to launch 2021 summer camp registration April 19
Austin Parks & Recreation says that there are two main options for this year's summer camps.
Austin Public Libraries to begin reopening for in-person services
Austin Public Library says its timeline for reopening to the public for limited capacity in-person Express Services will begin on Monday, May 10 at 12 libraries.
Central Texas Food Bank to benefit from P. Terry's Giving Back Day
P. Terry's Burger Stand has announced that the beneficiary of its first Giving Back Day of 2021 on Saturday, March 27 will be the Central Texas Food Bank.
IDEA Public Schools to host virtual 5K to benefit health initiative
This year, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, IDEA Public School's annual 5K will be virtual.