San Augustine is designated as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community, a recognition of its commitment to supporting the music industry, joining other Texas communities in this economic and cultural initiative.

The Texas Tech University System ordered a new sign-off process for course material on race, gender and sexual orientation; unapproved content can be removed and faculty could face discipline. The change affects the system’s five campuses as instructors prepare for spring.

The article provides recycling tips for holiday waste in Austin, highlighting increased trash during the season and responsible disposal methods for materials like cardboard, plastic, and holiday lights.

Austin's Paramount and State Theatres are planned for extensive renovations as part of a fundraising campaign, with a focus on modern updates and historic preservation, including art restoration and technical improvements.

In Austin, Meals on Wheels and Operation Turkey distributed thousands of Thanksgiving meals to the needy, with over 200 volunteers participating; even Governor Abbott helped deliver meals.

95-year-old Texas man Raymond Hager has been recognized by Guinness World Records as the oldest active bus driver, celebrated in his city with a dedicated day.

Austin announced closures of administrative offices and various facilities for Thanksgiving 2025, maintaining essential services like utility payments and adjusted trash pickup.

Austin approved incentives for Balance Dance Studios and The Hideout under its Place-Based Enhancement Program to promote local business growth and stability.

A boil-water notice affects multiple west Travis County water systems after filtered-water turbidity exceeded regulatory limits. Officials recommend boiling or using bottled water until tests clear the system.

Williamson County lifts its burn ban in unincorporated areas, effective at noon, with the caveat to exercise caution and follow state regulations for outdoor burning.

Austin is launching the "Third Spaces: Create to Code Challenge" aimed at youths to design digital tools for identifying youth-friendly spaces, requiring no coding experience. Submissions are due by January 11, 2026.

The Austin ISD Board of Trustees approved the closure of 10 schools due to a $19.7 million budget shortfall, affecting 3,796 students and prompting a restructure of dual language programs.

Hays County announces its annual Point-in-Time Count to gather data on local homelessness for resource planning, in collaboration with local organizations and volunteers.