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TWO PEOPLE ARRESTED ON WARRANTS
Two people were arrested Wednesday on warrants. Brenham Police report that Wednesday afternoon at 4:00, Officer Garrett Downs was dispatched to the 1200 block of Old Independence Road regarding a warrant that needed to be served. Marcos Maradiaga, 22 of Austin, was served on his warrant for No Driver’s License issued out of Washington County Justice of the Peace Pct. 2.
TXST Athletics Announces Olsen as New Associate AD for Communications
SAN MARCOS, Texas – Texas State Athletics announced that Lindsey Olsen will be joining the department as the Associate Athletic Director of Athletic Communications. Olsen will serve as a leader in the external operations unit overseeing strategic communications including media relations, sport social media, and creative content. With more...
After One Year of Foster Care, Stressed Dog is Sent Back to Shelter
Help keep One Green Planet free and independent! Together we can ensure our platform remains a hub for empowering ideas committed to fighting for a sustainable, healthy, and compassionate world. Please support us in keeping our mission strong. Mako, a 9-year-old Pitbull mix, has captured hearts across social media after...
7 Fun Things to Do in Austin This Weekend: July 25-28
Before its highly anticipated opening in the fall, Loudmouth Pizza is hosting a series of preview parties around town. Grab a slice or two of pizza, chow down on chicken wings, sip BAWI agua frescas, and sample Meanwhile Brewing Company’s new Dream Logic IPA at this Friday night bash. July 26, 5 p.m.,1203 E. 11th St.
Austin Named Nation’s Top Apartment Market
AUSTIN – (By Dale King, Realty News Report) – Austin ranks as the top apartment market in the nation, according to a new study by Realtor.com. San Antonio, located about 75 miles from Austin, also ranked near the top of the “Top 10 Markets for Renters” – a Realtor.com report naming metros that earned high praise for their rental affordability, availability of leasable units, economic growth projections and shorter than average commute times.
7 business now open, coming soon in North Austin area
Snarf's Sandwiches serves made-to-order hold and cold sub sandwiches. (Courtesy Snarf's Sandwiches) From classic barbecue to custom framing, here are eight business updates for the North Austin area. Now open. Snarf’s Sandwiches. The Colorado-based sandwich shop opened its third Austin location serving made-to-order oven-toasted sandwiches as well as soups,...
Goliad High School football season ticket sales to go on sale
Season ticket holders for 2023 Goliad Tiger home football games at Tiger Stadium will have the chance to renew their season tickets for the 2024 season beginning on Aug. 5. Last year's season ticket holders will receive an email with a code from Home Town Ticketing concerning renewing their season tickets for the Tigers' 2024 home games against East Bernard on Aug. 30, Industrial on Sept. 13, Mathis on Sept. 27, Orange Grove on Oct. 18, and Aransas Pass on Nov. 1.
Pedestrian critically injured after being struck by car in N Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — A pedestrian was critically injured Thursday morning after being struck by a vehicle in north Austin. Austin-Travis County EMS responded to the incident at 8401 Georgian Drive just after 6 a.m. ALSO | Pflugerville police investigate officer-involved shooting in East Austin. Medics took the adult patient...
On Fifth Street, Mexic-Arte Pushes for Cultural District Designation, Funding
The 5th Street Mexican American Heritage Corridor plans have been in the works since 2010, aiming to celebrate and preserve the area’s distinct Mexican American cultural history. The Mexic-Arte Museum, a nonprofit cultural space located on Fifth and Congress, in partnership with the Downtown Austin Alliance and the city...
Poll: What should we call the San Antonio-Austin area?
As talks of a major metro merging San Antonio and Austin — similar to Dallas-Fort Worth — heat up, we're left wondering what it might be called. State of play: Communities along the Interstate 35 corridor, including New Braunfels, Kyle and San Marcos, are consistently among the fastest-growing in the country.
Brazos Valley Bombers Sweep Seguin
Bryan/College Station, TX (July 24, 2024) – The Brazos Valley Bombers defeated the Seguin River Monsters by a score of 4-0, earning their third shutout victory of the summer. In the bottom of the first, the Bombers scored on a throwing error from Seguin catcher Chris Bernal to make...
'Amazing': CG&S Design-Build gives Del Valle family wheelchair ramp they needed for years
Ever since they moved into their Del Valle home four years ago, the Patina-Trujillo family had been asking for a wheelchair ramp. At first, it was for Betty Patina-Trujillo's brother, who had diabetes and kidney disease, to use with his scooter. Instead, he was stuck in the house. Then he died last year from complications. ...
Austin, police union closer to finalizing contract but still differ on Prop A compliance
The city and the union representing Austin police officers came closer to finalizing a contract Wednesday, with both sides indicating they are readying to compromise on most provisions related to police oversight — a key point of contention during negotiations after voters last year approved a ballot measure to increase police oversight. However, a "curveball" in the negotiations could delay progress even more, officials warned. Going into Wednesday's session, the Austin Police Association had expected to...
Highland Lanes bowling alley will stay open through 2025
After much buzz about the North Austin bowling alley Highland Lanes closing by the end of this year to make way for new development, staff confirmed they are able to keep the lights on through December 2025. The bowling alley has been open on Burnet Road for nearly 50 years....
Argument at Splach Bar & Grill ends in gunfire, no injuries confirmed yet
SAN ANTONIO - An argument amongst a group of customers at a Downtown bar leads to shots being fired. The shooting happened around 2 a.m. Thursday at the Splach Bar & Grill along Nogalitos Street near Interstate 10. Witnesses told police that a group of patrons began arguing as the...
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