The Thompson Austin Hotel is set to open Arriba Abajo Rooftop Cantina, offering a variety of Mexican dishes, replacing Wax Myrtle's. Chef Marc Marrone will lead the kitchen, focusing on an experience with food, drinks, and skyline views.

Austin Diaper Bank offers a Valentine's Day volunteering event for couples, which includes champagne and snacks for a fee, with proceeds supporting families in need.

The CR 332 expansion project in Williamson County and the City of Jarrell begins, aimed at improving road safety and reducing traffic congestion with an expected completion in fall 2024.

The Central Texas Food Bank launched a food pantry at Creedmoor Elementary to help combat food insecurity in the Del Valle Independent School District.

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton files lawsuits against Austin, San Marcos, Killeen, Denton, and Elgin for not fully enforcing state marijuana laws, sparking debate on state vs. local control.

Texans rallied at the state Capitol, urging for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war and an end to U.S. aid to Israel.

Chipotle highlights its most romantic locations for Valentine's Day, including themed venues and a historic Austin site, and offers special themed gift cards.

Georgetown hosts the 29th annual Cupid's Chase 5K and Fun Run, featuring a costume theme, including a Kids Fun Run and a main race with awards for top finishers and city employees.

Freytag's Florist in Austin celebrates 50 years in business, with a focus on family, a single location, and a special 50% off deal on roses and plants.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott celebrates one year as the state's self-styled Border Czar, touting Operation Lone Star's impact on illegal immigration and crime.

Blanco, Texas, restored water service after locals helped identify a major leak, averting a crisis as the city's water system nearly ran out. Repairs followed, and restrictions eased.

The Cedar Park Police are searching for a missing 19-year-old, Alyssa, who may need urgent medical attention and was last seen near East Park Street and Gupton Way Drive.

Ballet Afrique in East Austin emphasizes the worth of Black dancers and inclusion, featuring activist Chas Moore in a cultural remix of The Nutcracker Suite set during the Harlem Renaissance.