CapMetro has announced its commitment to using 100% renewable energy for all its transit facilities and electric buses. This initiative, part of a broader sustainability effort, sees CapMetro’s administrative, maintenance, public facilities, electric buses, staff EVs, and MetroBike Ebikes now powered by Texas wind energy through Austin Energy’s GreenChoice program.
Copenhagen Imports has unveiled its newly expanded showroom at 4501 W. Braker Lane in Austin. The soft opening took place last week, marking a significant milestone for the family-owned company that has been serving the Austin community since 1993.
Texas Mutual Insurance Company has released its first Corporate Citizenship Impact Report, detailing the progress made since launching its corporate citizenship strategy last year. The report outlines significant achievements in four key areas: supporting working Texans, developing future insurance talent, leading with trust and credibility, and strengthening the Texas economy.
4th Edition Design, an award-winning custom furniture and architectural fabrication studio, has joined Austin’s business community as it celebrates its 10th year in operation. The company is recognized for its bespoke build-outs and made-to-order installations across residential, retail, hospitality, corporate, and commercial sectors.
CapMetro is introducing the Transit Plan 2035, aiming to involve local business owners in shaping the future of Central Texas’ transit system. This initiative seeks to build a more connected and accessible region.
As the nation’s 11th largest city and perennial Live Music Capital, Austin has become a mecca for international musicians. They are drawn by the talented players, enthusiastic audiences, numerous venues, and the city’s laidback musical vibe. St. David’s Episcopal Church is spotlighting this often-overlooked musical niche with its continuing world concert series inside its 170-year-old church sanctuary in downtown Austin.
A new detour route on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail at Waller Creek will be implemented on Monday, October 14, and is scheduled to remain in place through mid-December 2024. An earlier version of this press release mentioned a start date of September 30; however, it is now planned for October 14.
Following a national search, the Board of Regents at Concordia University Texas has selected Dr. Kristi Kirk as the University’s 10th president and CEO. Dr. Kirk, who has dedicated over 30 years to advancing education in Central Texas, steps into this role on November 1, 2024. As the first female president in the University’s century-long history, Dr. Kirk brings a commitment to serving the local community by ensuring that students gain access to education and prepare for meaningful careers in Central Texas.
The Austin Police Department (APD) requests the public’s assistance in locating and identifying a suspect in an aggravated assault with a deadly weapon case.
On October 14, A+ Federal Credit Union will host its third annual employee day of giving: A+ Gives Day. Over 500 local and non-local A+FCU employees will volunteer at organizations throughout Central Texas and across the nation to support the credit union’s mission of building stronger communities through charitable activities.