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Austin LGBT Chamber celebrates business excellence at pride gala
By Austin Journal | Dec 10, 2024
The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce recently held its 2024 Queer Frontier Business of Pride Gala on December 7.
Austin Public Health launches resource hub for opioid education in Travis County
By Austin Journal | Dec 5, 2024
Austin Public Health (APH) has introduced a new resource hub aimed at providing local resources and information on opioids.
Austin finds minimal PFAS levels in year-long water quality tests
By Austin Journal | Dec 2, 2024
Austin Water has released the results of a year-long water quality testing initiative aimed at detecting per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in public drinking water.
Zeihan discusses global dynamics at luncheon supporting The Salvation Army Austin
By Austin Journal | Nov 26, 2024
Peter Zeihan, a prominent figure in geopolitics and global economics, delivered a presentation on November 25th, 2024, at the Headliners Club.
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 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.
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.
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.
Austin plans prescribed burn to enhance grasslands on water protection lands
By Austin Journal | Nov 13, 2024
Austin Water's Wildland Conservation Division is set to carry out a prescribed burn over approximately 300 acres of the Water Quality Protection Lands on Thursday, November 14.
Festival of Trees supports families through charity auction
By Austin Journal | Nov 12, 2024
The Festival of Trees, organized by The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary, took place over the weekend, bringing together the community in a celebration aimed at supporting those in need.
A great day on Town Lake, made more beautiful by a wedding
By Austin Journal Staff | Nov 6, 2024
Austin’s Town Lake was the site of a particularly beautiful event in October when two local residents made it the backdrop for their wedding. Corey Isaacks, 34, and Kirby Jay, 31, did not just get married by the lake on Oct. 26, they stood in the lake on paddle boards for the entire ceremony.
Austin airport sees dip in September passenger traffic but cargo volume rises
By Austin Journal | Nov 4, 2024
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) experienced a decline in passenger traffic for September 2024, with a total of 1,664,972 passengers.
Austin to commence on-demand collection of bulk, brush and household hazardous waste
By Austin Journal | Oct 31, 2024
Starting in January 2025, residents of Austin will experience a change in the collection of bulk, brush, and household hazardous waste.
Austin police teach stranger danger at Rathgeber Center
By Austin Journal | Oct 28, 2024
As Halloween nears, the Austin Police Department has taken steps to ensure safety for families and children residing in shelters.
Federal grant supports Austin-Bergstrom Airport’s concourse expansion
By Austin Journal | Oct 24, 2024
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has been awarded $33.27 million from the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Airport Terminal Program, a part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Bill. The funding will aid in constructing the airport's new Concourse B project, which includes an underground tunnel connecting it to the existing Barbara Jordan Terminal.
Austin LGBT Chamber organizes trip supporting LGBTQ+ businesses in Taylor
By Austin Journal | Oct 22, 2024
The Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce is organizing a trip to Taylor, Texas, to support LGBTQ+ owned and allied businesses.
Austin airport braces for passenger surge amid local events
By Austin Journal | Oct 19, 2024
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is preparing for an expected increase in passenger numbers due to upcoming events. On Sunday, October 20, the airport projects over 35,000 passengers, and on Monday, October 21, more than 44,000 passengers are anticipated to pass through TSA security. The University of Texas at Austin vs. University of Georgia football game and the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix race are major contributors to this surge.
CTRMA, TxDOT to host in-person, virtual meeting on MoPac South Environmental Study
By Austin Journal | Oct 17, 2024
The Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority (CTRMA) and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) are set to host a public meeting, both virtually and in-person, regarding the MoPac South Environmental Study on November 12.
Austin City Council approves items relevant to East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood
By Austin Journal | Oct 17, 2024
The East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood (ECC) has announced that the Austin City Council approved two agenda items pertinent to the organization's initiatives during its meeting on October 10.