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AlertMedia CEO on new appointment: 'Cheryl’s extensive experience leading global organizations through critical events will be invaluable'

AlertMedia, one of the world's leading threat intelligence and emergency communications provider, recently named Cheryl Steele to its board of directors.


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SoftServe's Semenova on fundraiser: 'It is actually so important that Ukraine does not quit'

Employees at the Austin offices of a Ukrainian software company are planning a fundraiser in April to help their compatriots more than 5,000 miles away, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE. KVUE reported that SoftServe is partnering with U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin) to hold the fundraiser, which is slated for April 8.


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Markwell on new Stonemont facility in Georgetown: 'It was a natural decision to plant our flag in the region'

An Atlanta-based private real estate investment firm has finalized its acquisition of land in the Austin area for a new facility, according to a report from Austin ABC affiliate KVUE.


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Fink on BlackRock's net zero goals: 'BlackRock remains committed to helping clients navigate the energy transition'

The leader of one of the companies Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Glenn Hegar accused in writing of violating the state’s Oil & Gas Protection Act said it remains steadfast in meeting its net zero goals. BlackRock CEO Larry Fink issued a letter Thursday (March 24) to the company’s shareholders reaffirming that commitment.


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Volume of Texas’ international exports topped all other states in 2021

Texas exported $375.3 billion in exports in 2021, which is a greater level of exports than California, New York and Louisiana combined, according to recent data from the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA).


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Abbott on California drink company relocation: 'Great news for the people of Central Texas'

The Austin suburb of Kyle will be the new home of California beverage company Sovereign Flavors, Gov. Greg Abbott said Friday (March 18). According to a press release issued by the governor's office, Sovereign Flavors will relocate its base of operations from Santa Ana, California to the Texas Hill Country.


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Ground broken on site of future H-E-B store

The Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University has issued the following press release:AUSTIN – H-E-B has broken ground on a 103,000-sf store at CR 163 and SH 290.The site is home to the former Nutty Brown Amphitheatre.Construction will be complete by spring 2023. 


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BAE Systems completing office, manufacturing facility in Parmer Austin business park

AUSTIN – BAE Systems Inc. is completing its 390,000-sqaure foot facility in the Parmer Austin business park.


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'He sometimes does make surprise visits to frontline workers': Austin to welcome The Rock's food truck

Can you smell what The Rock is cooking? Austin's frontline workers may soon be able to answer that question as the WWE legend's food truck, Mana Mobile, will pay a visit to the Texas state capital.


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Cielo plans 46-story office tower in downtown Austin

Cielo Property Group is breaking ground on the Perennial, a 750,000-square-foot office tower on 0.81 acres along Fourth St. between Brazos St. and San Jacinto Blvd.



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'We look forward to serving': Vision Solar opens first Texas office in Austin

Blackwood, New Jersey-based Vision Solar is set to open its first Texas office in Austin.


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Austin makes WalletHub's hardest-working cities list

Four Texas cities have landed on WalletHub's list of the top ten hardest-working cities in the U.S.


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'Late fines create a financial barrier': No more penalties for overdue materials at Austin Public Library

Anyone who has an overdue book from the Austin Public Library in the future doesn't have to worry about parting with a few dollars anymore.


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'We are thrilled to keep building on our record growth': American Airlines to launch two new nonstop flights from AUS

Fort Worth-based American Airlines has added two new nonstop flights from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.


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Austin ranked 8th most hardest-working U.S. city

Austin came in eighth among 116 largest American cities in a study by the personal finance website WalletHub that ranked each city’s work ethic based on indicators such as the average hours worked per week and the share of workers with multiple jobs.


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TikTok reportedly leases downtown Austin space

A Chinese-based social video platform will open up operations in Austin, according to recent reports.


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St. David's HealthCare to invest $1 billion in new hospitals

St. David's HealthCare will invest $1 billion to fund the construction of two hospitals in Central Texas.


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InvenTrust acquires two Austin shopping centers for $180 million

A Chicago real estate investment trust company recently announced the $180 million acquisition of two Austin shopping centers.


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Aikman launches new light lager beer 'for the drinker who consistently puts in the hard work'

Former American football quarterback Troy Aikman announced the debut of his new light lager beer.