News from March 2025
Portland Timbers edge out Austin FC with late goal
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
Austin FC faced a narrow defeat against Portland Timbers, losing 1-0 in their recent match at Providence Park.
Austin seeks community feedback on shared e-scooters and e-bikes
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
The City of Austin is currently reviewing its shared micromobility program, which includes e-scooters and e-bikes.
Eanes ISD opens enrollment for 2025-26 school year
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year at Eanes Independent School District (Eanes ISD) is now open.
Downtown Austin Alliance CEO Dewitt Peart announces retirement after ten years
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
After a decade of leadership, Dewitt Peart is stepping down as President and CEO of the Downtown Austin Alliance.
CapMetro resumes most services; rail remains suspended
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
CapMetro is set to resume most of its regular fixed-route services, including Bus, Flyer and Express routes, CapMetro Access, MetroBike, and Pickup services on Friday, February 3.
CapMetro prepares extended services for South by Southwest attendees
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
CapMetro is gearing up to facilitate transportation for the South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in Austin, Texas, which will take place from March 7 to March 15.
CapMetro announces temporary closure of MetroRail Red Line for maintenance
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
CapMetro has announced a temporary closure of the MetroRail Red Line service from July 10 to July 18.
CapMetro offers free rides on Election Day to support voter turnout
By Austin Journal | Mar 4, 2025
CapMetro will suspend fares on all its services on Election Day, November 8.
Internationally acclaimed tap festival returns for its annual celebration in Austin
By Austin Journal | Mar 3, 2025
Tapestry Dance Company will host the 25th Annual Soul 2 Sole International Tap Festival from June 18-22, 2025.
Travis County seeks community input on new child care fund initiative
By Austin Journal | Mar 1, 2025
On November 5, 2024, voters in Travis County approved a tax rate increase of 2.5 cents per $100 valuation.