Austin Energy celebrates Public Power Week, emphasizing the bond between the utility and its community, and highlighting their commitment to sustainable energy, customer savings, and community support.

Governor Abbott celebrates the SEC's approval of the Texas Stock Exchange, reinforcing Texas' role as a growing financial hub.

The Austin Police Department has launched an initiative to tackle vehicle burglaries in city parks, coordinating with various offices for enforcement and prevention, and offering safety tips to parkgoers.

Austin successfully tested the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System (IPAWS), observed by FEMA and local officials; residents should enable government alerts on phones.

Austin Water is conducting an emergency drill near Ullrich Water Treatment Plant on Lake Austin to practice oil spill response without environmental impact.

Round Rock Public Library will host workshops on October 29th covering data tools ReferenceSolutions and PolicyMap, led by experts Andra Roussel and Betsy, to aid non-profits and small businesses in strategic planning and community engagement.

Governor Greg Abbott celebrates 28 Texas schools as the 2025 Lone Star Ribbon Schools, recognizing their academic excellence and efforts in education.

Austin firefighters are set to receive a pay raise and work less than 50 hours a week, down from 53, if a new labor agreement is approved, with the aim to improve mental well-being and attract personnel.

Williamson County's new Teen Court program, led by the JP Office, invites high schoolers to role-play in the judicial system, handling minor peer offenses. It's the first in the area, with volunteer support, aiming to educate on legal processes.

Austin artist Thira Rose repurposes used running gear to create art, promoting sustainability in sports through her "shoe-scape" pieces. Her work serves as both an artistic statement and an educational tool for environmental stewardship.

Austin artist Thira Rose uses discarded running gear to create sustainable art, earning her the title of Net-Zero Hero for joining environmental advocacy with her artistic and athletic passions.

Round Rock's population has risen to 140,524 as of September 2025, with the city's Planning and Development Services Department providing monthly and quarterly updates on housing unit completions.

Williamson County will test the Wireless Emergency Alert system on Oct. 1 at 1:30 p.m., with a potential for alerts to reach phones slightly outside the targeted half-mile square zone.