Keeping Score: Pickleball, cornhole and tic-tac-toe at The Fieldhouse
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In this latest edition of "Keeping Score," Good Day Austin's Libbi Farrow and Adaleigh Rowe head to Leander to test their skills at pickleball, cornhole and even tic-tac-toe at The Fieldhouse at the Crossover.

Cats of the Weekend: Artemis & Shimmer at Texas Humane Heroes
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Artemis and Shimmer came to Texas Humane Heroes in April and are looking for a home for the holidays. This shy bonded pair are each almost eight years old and may take a bit to warm up to you, but are friendly and sweet. They're available for adoption at THH's Leander facility.

Dog of the Weekend: Rebel at Texas Humane Heroes
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2-year-old Rebel is ready for a home for the holidays after spending nearly all his life at Texas Humane Heroes in Leander. This pup has a lot of energy and a lot of love to give, so he would be perfect for an active family with older kids, says THH. He has also been going through agility classes.

Del Castillo performs 'Pachuco Swing'
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Their sound is Latin, blues, flamenco, world music, but mainly they rock. Del Castillo is a favorite of Austin filmmaker Robert Rodriguez, contributing to the soundtracks of 'Spy Kids', 'Machete', 'Once Upon a Time in Mexico', and more. You can catch them performing live on New Year's Eve at Buck's Backyard in Buda.

Pet of the Week: Rockefeller from Bastrop County Animal Services
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Rockefeller was found wrapped in barbed wire with injuries. Bastrop County Animal Services has been working to get him the surgery he needs and rehabilitate him. Despite everything he's been through, he's a happy, loving dog and would be a perfect fit in any home.

Croissant Candy Cane recipe from FOX 7's Tierra Neubaum
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Whether you're hosting family or just looking for festive recipes this holiday season, FOX 7's Tierra Neubaum has a few fun and simple ideas.

APD's Operation Blue Santa in need of volunteers to distribute gifts

Margarine Beaman, the President of Operation Blue Santa, discussed how the organization is in need of volunteers to help deliver gifts to families.

Austin Vietnam veteran fights rare disorder that weakens his body's muscles

The Army special forces veteran is fighting IBM, inclusion body myositis, a rare disorder that weakens the body's muscles. His doctor says many patients end up bedridden, and worse.

Your Garden: Protecting plants from freezing weather
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Now that the cold weather is here, we ask The Great Outdoors' Mark Gibbs how to protect our plants from freezing.

The Capitol performs 'Protection'
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21st century funk band, The Capitol, performs their new single 'Protection'. The group will be playing at Antone's Nightclub this Saturday, Dec. 17. Doors are at 8 p.m. and the show is at 9 p.m.

Austin Animal Center offering no-cost adoptions this weekend
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'Fabio' is one of many animals available for adoption at Austin Animal Center. The shelter is one of three that will be waiving fees this weekend thanks to the charitable arm of Skechers and Petco.

Beth // James perform 'My Problem'
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Beth // James is a married indie-Americana duo from Austin. "South Austin Song Swap", hosted by Beth // James, takes place at Captain Quacks Soundspace on Tuesday, Dec. 20 from 7-8:30 p.m. The event is free.

Texas lawmaker files bill to block social media for minors

Republican State Rep Jared Patterson of Denton County says he's making good on a promise to protect children from what he calls the “harmful mental health effects of social media.”

Texas Rep. files bill to ban minors from using social media
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Republican State Rep Jared Patterson of Denton County says he's making good on a promise to protect children from what he calls the ?harmful mental health effects of social media.?

Good Day Cooks: Yorkshire pudding
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Chef Rick Moonen, from Carve American Grille, shows us how to make Yorkshire pudding, or gruyere-topped popovers. Carve offers a prime rib feast for 4 to-go as part of their holiday takeout program. They also offer a caramelized prime rib special every Thursday.

Brittney Griner back home after US-Russian prisoner swap

WNBA star and Texas native Brittney Griner is back home after nearly a year in a Russian prison after being released in a prisoner swap that has a lot of people talking.

FOX 7 Discussion: Brittney Griner released in controversial prisoner swap
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Texas native and WNBA star Brittney Griner is back home after nine long months in a Russian prison. She was released as part of a prisoner swap that has a lot of people talking. FOX 7 Austin's John Krinjak sits down with former Pentagon advisor and Austin author Jody Ferguson to get his take on the issue.

Texas: The Issue Is ? How should Texas's budget surplus be spent?
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Governor Greg Abbott, Lt. Governor Dan Patrick, and Speaker of the Texas House Dade Phelan have begun sharing publicly their thoughts on how to spend the projected $30 billion budget surplus in the state's coffers. FOX 26 Houston's Greg Groogan, FOX 7 Austin's Rudy Koski and FOX 4 Dallas's Steven Dial examine their proposals and break them down.