News from January 2024
City of Austin City Council met Nov. 28
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 19, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 28
Austin's Lamar Business Park marked for redevelopment
By Austin Journal | Jan 17, 2024
A central Austin business park is set for redevelopment, a move that could transform the area with the construction of over 1,000 new apartments. The proprietors of Lamar Business Park, a 14-acre shopping and business center situated on the fringe of the North Loop neighborhood, have recently submitted a rezoning application to the city of Austin.
Cowboys fail to 'seize everything' against Green Bay
By Austin Journal | Jan 16, 2024
The Dallas Cowboys have once again made it to the National Football League's (NFL) postseason, only to be ousted prematurely. This marks their third consecutive appearance in the playoffs, a feat that has been overshadowed by their failure to reach the National Football Conference championship game since the days when America Online was the primary means of internet access. The Green Bay Packers, who recently parted ways with star quarterback Aaron Rodgers, delivered a surprising defeat at AT&T Stadium on January 14.
Towers Realty provides glimpse of latest Centro building
By Austin Journal | Jan 16, 2024
The Centro project, located at 1401 East 6th Street and developed by local investment firm Riverside Resources, is preparing to launch its second phase. Towers Realty has provided a preliminary overview of the forthcoming plans for this East Austin project, which will include both apartments and retail space.
City of Austin Economic Development Department to host 2024 Small Business Fundamentals Week
By Austin Journal | Jan 16, 2024
The City of Austin Economic Development Department has announced that it will host the 2024 Small Business Fundamentals Week from January 22 to 26. The event will be held at the department's training room, located at 5202 East Ben White Boulevard, Suite 300.
Abbott warns of power outages as Texas grapples with latest winter weather event
By Austin Journal | Jan 16, 2024
As Texas grapples with another bout of unseasonably cold weather, the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) is vigilantly monitoring the energy grid and urging Texans to conserve energy where possible. This marks the second winter since 2021's storm Uri that the agency has expressed concern about power availability as temperatures plummet below freezing.
Austin Chamber of Commerce attends Happy Health & Wellness grand opening
By Austin Journal | Jan 15, 2024
The Austin Chamber of Commerce participated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Dec. 18, marking the grand opening of an integrative medical clinic, Happy Health & Wellness, in Oak Hill. The newly established wellness center aims to offer both traditional and integrative medicine to the Austin community.
Palmer Events Center announces January lineup of events
By Austin Journal | Jan 15, 2024
The Palmer Events Center in Austin has unveiled a series of events for January. The center will host 10 events throughout the month, offering a variety of experiences ranging from shopping and cultural activities to entertainment.
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Dec. 4
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 12, 2024
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Monday, Dec. 4
Midland Spaceport Development Corporation Board of Directors met Jan. 11
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 12, 2024
Midland Spaceport Development Corporation Board of Directors met Thursday, Jan. 11
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Jan. 8
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 12, 2024
Midland Development Corporation Board of Directors met Monday, Jan. 8
Midland County Commissioners Court Will meet Jan. 16
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Jan 12, 2024
Midland County Commissioners Court Will meet at 9 a.m., Tuesday, Jan. 16
Longhorns after Sugar Bowl loss to Washington: 'Thank you Longhorn Nation for your support this season'
By Austin Journal | Jan 2, 2024
The College Football Playoff (CFP) is set to culminate in the College Football Playoff National Championship at NRG Stadium in Houston. This follows the defeat of the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns by the University of Washington (UW) Huskies with a score of 31-37, and the University of Michigan (UM) Wolverines' thrilling 27-20 overtime victory over the University of Alabama.