Karla Florez News
Wood Partners ‘breaks ground’ on new Austin-based luxury residential community
By Karla Florez | Dec 9, 2021
Wood Partners has secured the development of the new luxury residential community Alta Blue Goose, based in Austin.
Austin voters approve land swap proposition
By Karla Florez | Nov 9, 2021
Austin voters approved of Proposition B on Election Day, allowing city officials to plan and conduct a land swap. The city is now soliciting bid proposals.
Adler sends well wishes to those affected by Arlington school shooting, the ‘latest victims in our country's gun violence epidemic’
By Karla Florez | Oct 11, 2021
Austin Mayor Steve Adler expressed his condolences to the victims affected after a Timberview High School student opened fire, injuring four people on Oct. 6.
Warrior Companion launches initiative to ‘help heroes deal with daily routines with the help of service animals’
By Karla Florez | Oct 11, 2021
Warrior Companion has committed to connecting disabled veterans with pet insurance for service animals to facilitate their daily routines.
'This is a critical time': Texas Restaurant Association appoints new executives to its board of directors
By Karla Florez | Oct 11, 2021
The Texas Restaurant Association recently unveiled multiple new additions to its team of leading executives.
Holly Park presents improvement plans to maintain its ‘tranquil and pastoral character’
By Karla Florez | Aug 20, 2021
Holly Park has confirmed plans to modify its infrastructure with the creation of new features, including a fishing pier.
Austin projected to rank as one of the 'least affordable' U.S cities
By Karla Florez | Aug 20, 2021
A recent Zillow affordability report ranks Austin as the seventh least affordable city in the U.S. The city is on pace to become the least-affordable city outside of California by December.
Most U.S residents 'disapprove' of vaccine shaming, poll finds
By Karla Florez | Aug 19, 2021
Though the majority of Texas residents support the COVID-19 vaccine, a recent study suggests many American supporters firmly oppose negative commentary about those who have chosen not to get vaccinated.
Texas, Connecticut's voting laws share common ground despite one being called an 'assault on democracy'
By Karla Florez | Aug 5, 2021
Texas has fallen under scrutiny after being accused of practicing voter suppression, but similar voting laws in Connecticut indicate the commonality in state guidelines across the country.
Majority of Americans oppose potential vaccine mandates as a result of a 'stream of propaganda from the press,' survey finds
By Karla Florez | Jul 29, 2021
A recently conducted Trafalgar Group survey revealed that the majority of American residents would prefer if the COVID-19 vaccine remained optional, while others support proposed vaccine mandates.