The Texas Lottery introduces a prize offering winners a trip to the edge of space with the "Space Perspective Cash Adventure," achievable through a second-chance drawing of losing scratch-off tickets.

Governor Greg Abbott and hundreds of attendees honored fallen soldiers at the Texas State Cemetery for National Wreaths Across America Day, placing 3,300 wreaths on graves.

Texas has implemented new book standards banning "sexually explicit" content in school libraries, a move required by districts statewide, following the finalization by the State Board of Education.

Austin Parks and Recreation joins with Austin Parks Foundation to create an All Abilities Playground at Onion Creek Park, inviting public input at a virtual meeting with ASL and Spanish interpretation.

Austin announces a free New Year's Eve event at Auditorium Shores with live music, fireworks, and CNN coverage, advising attendees of ground rules and transportation options.

The Austin City Council has updated their parkland dedication fees for developers to align with new state legislation, House Bill 1526, which will take effect on January 1, 2024.

A $2 million Powerball ticket was sold in North Austin, with the lucky establishment being Winners Corner TX LLC. The winner has not yet been identified.

Governor Greg Abbott allocates over $1.3 million in training funds to Lone Star College, benefiting over 650 workers across various industries in Texas.

McCullough Heating & Air Conditioning is supporting the Central Texas Food Bank with a matching grant, doubling donations to aid food-insecure residents during the holiday season.

Gov. Greg Abbott praised Texas' higher education progress, highlighting laws like House Bill 8 and the creation of a $3.9 billion endowment for research universities at a leadership conference.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department seeks eco-friendly project proposals for carbon sequestration on its lands, enabled by HB4018, with funding from private investment.

Austin ISD is close to announcing a new superintendent, with a frontrunner expected to be named soon, following the departure of Dr. Stephanie Elizalde in July 2022.

Austin welcomes 33 local youths into its Youth Climate Equity Council, aimed at addressing the city's climate challenges and implementing sustainable solutions.