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Delta announces new nonstop flight from Austin to Jacksonville starting May 2025
By Austin Journal | Nov 22, 2024
Delta Air Lines has announced a new nonstop route from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) to Jacksonville, Florida (JAX), set to begin on May 7, 2025.
Austin ISD unveils draft budget plan excluding cuts to key educational roles
By Austin Journal | Nov 22, 2024
Austin ISD Superintendent Matias Segura has proposed a three-year plan to address the district's $92 million budget deficit.
University of Texas ranks 14th globally for interdisciplinary science
By Austin Journal | Nov 22, 2024
The University of Texas at Austin has been recognized as one of the leading institutions globally for interdisciplinary science.
University expands free tuition program with increased income threshold
By Austin Journal | Nov 22, 2024
The University of Texas System Board of Regents has announced a significant expansion in its tuition assistance program, allowing more students to attend the University of Texas at Austin with reduced or no tuition costs.
City of Austin City Council met Oct. 8
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 8
City of Austin City Council met Nov. 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 19
City of Austin City Council met Nov. 19
By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 21, 2024
City of Austin City Council met Tuesday, Nov. 19
Austin adopts plans ensuring sustainable water future amid growth challenges
By Austin Journal | Nov 21, 2024
Today, the Austin City Council approved the 2024 update to Water Forward, Austin's Integrated Water Resource Plan.
Austin-Bergstrom prepares for holiday travel surge with new measures
By Austin Journal | Nov 21, 2024
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is gearing up for a busy holiday travel season, advising passengers to plan ahead and arrive early.
Non-profit clears $16K lunch debt in Austin schools
By Austin Journal | Nov 21, 2024
In a move to support student access to nutritious meals, "All for Lunch," a non-profit organization, has settled the $16,032 lunch debt across the district.
TNR partners with Travis County Sheriff’s Office for Brown Santa toy drive
By Austin Journal | Nov 20, 2024
This year, TNR is joining efforts with the Travis County Sheriff's Office for the Brown Santa program.
University of Texas joins effort to develop major hydrogen hub on Gulf Coast
By Austin Journal | Nov 20, 2024
The University of Texas at Austin is set to collaborate with industry partners and the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Clean Energy Demonstrations to establish a hydrogen energy production hub along the Texas Gulf Coast.
Short documentary about Austin-area freedom colony available for public viewing
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
A short documentary produced by the Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) examines the life of Hezekiah Haskell and his descendants.
Austin ISD expands parent support program with new regional team
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
Thanks to increased funding from the City of Austin, the Parent Support Program in Austin Independent School District (ISD) is expanding its reach.
Study finds valuable minerals hidden in US coal ash reserves
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
Coal ash, a byproduct of coal burned for fuel, has accumulated across the United States over decades.
Brian Smith appointed CFO at UT Austin starting January 2025
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
The University of Texas at Austin has announced the appointment of Brian Smith as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective January 6, 2025.
Pease Park Conservancy seeks community support to maintain park operations
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
Pease Park Conservancy has reiterated its commitment to maintaining and operating Pease Park for the community.
Frontier Airlines expands with four new routes from Austin-Bergstrom
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
Frontier Airlines has announced an expansion of its services at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), introducing four new nonstop flights beginning in March 2025.
Lanny Williams appointed as Manor ISD's new athletic director
By Austin Journal | Nov 19, 2024
Lanny Williams has been appointed as the new Athletic Director for Manor Independent School District (ISD).
Austin invites public to ribbon cutting for Oertli Neighborhood Park
By Austin Journal | Nov 15, 2024
The Austin Parks and Recreation Department, in collaboration with the Austin Parks Foundation, is inviting the public to attend a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Oertli Neighborhood Park.