News from April 2025
Downtown Austin Alliance discusses safety improvements at March forum
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
On March 20, the Downtown Austin Alliance held its monthly virtual Safety Forum.
Austin emerges as leading tech hub with rapid growth projections
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
Austin, Texas, known as the "Silicon Hills," has become a significant tech hub and center for innovation.
Bridge Point Elementary announces EANESpiration award winners
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
Bridge Point Elementary School has announced the winners of its EANESpiration awards for 2025.
Austin hosts second annual autonomous vehicle stakeholder meeting
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
On Tuesday, March 25, the City of Austin held its second annual autonomous vehicle (AV) stakeholder meeting.
Austin promotes water safety awareness with April Pool's Day initiative
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
April Pool’s Day, observed annually on April 1, highlights the importance of water safety and drowning prevention.
Pease Park seeks native horticulture coordinator for Austin's public green space
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
Pease Park Conservancy is seeking a Native Horticulture Coordinator to oversee horticultural care within Pease Park.
Hines-Ike and Uzuni earn MLS Team of the Matchday honors
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
Austin FC defender Brendan Hines-Ike and forward Myrto Uzuni have been selected for the Major League Soccer (MLS) Team of the Matchday bench.
City of Austin Public Health Committee met April 2
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 2, 2025
City of Austin Public Health Committee met Wednesday, April 2
Austin ISD honors dedicated volunteers for 2024-25
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
April marks Volunteer Appreciation Month, a time to acknowledge the significant contributions made by individuals in supporting public schools.
Austin Water's 2024 report confirms high drinking water quality standards
By Austin Journal | Apr 2, 2025
Austin Water recently released its 2024 Water Quality Report as required by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
City of Austin City Council met April 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 1, 2025
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, April 1
City of Austin Climate, Water, Environment, And Parks Committee met April 1
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Apr 1, 2025
City of Austin Climate, Water, Environment, And Parks Committee met Tuesday, April 1
Chuck Smith day celebrated with "Chuckstravaganza" at Tudor Cottage
By Austin Journal | Apr 1, 2025
March 30th was officially designated as Chuck Smith Day during his retirement celebration, an event fondly named "Chuckstravaganza."
50-year celebration of Monty Python and the Holy Grail with John Cleese
By Austin Journal | Apr 1, 2025
Join an event that marks the 50th anniversary of "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" with John Cleese in attendance.
Swim lessons and jobs open at city aquatic division
By Austin Journal | Apr 1, 2025
Registration is now open for swim lessons and swim teams, presenting an opportunity for all ages to improve water skills.