Austin Parks Announce New Parking Plan to Manage Memorial Day Weekend Crowds at Commons Ford Ranch Park
Austin's Commons Ford Ranch Park will alter parking on Memorial Day weekend to improve safety and access, with Park Rangers guiding visitors and vehicles possibly towed if parked improperly. Carpooling is advised; park entry limited when full.
Travis County Launches F.L.A.M.E. Initiative to Bolster Wildfire Preparedness and Prevention
Travis County officials launch the F.L.A.M.E. initiative for increased wildfire readiness, educating on structural fortification, defensive landscaping, and the use of Class A roofs and specialized vent meshes to prevent fire damage.
Leander ISD Breaks Ground on First Early Childhood Center, Aims to Enhance Pre-K Education in North Leander
Leander ISD started building their first Early Childhood Center, focusing on prekindergarten education and set to open for the 2026-27 school year, with strong community support reflected in a recent bond vote.
City of Austin Endorses DIY Air Cleaners as a Low-Cost Solution for Improving Indoor Air Quality Amid Wildfires, Dust Events
The City of Austin provides a guide for making a DIY air cleaner using a box fan and a MERV 13 or higher HVAC filter to improve indoor air quality during events like wildfires or Sahara dust.












