Austin invites students in grades 6-12 to join the 2025 Flood Safety Video Contest, emphasizing the "Turn Around - Don’t Drown®" message, with a March 31 deadline.

Hutto, Texas confronts a downtown parking shortage amid its rapid growth, with local leaders and businesses considering options like paid parking garages. A town hall meeting is planned to discuss solutions.

Texas law now mandates that homeowners verify homestead exemptions every five years, impacting tax calculations and requiring vigilance to maintain the exemption status.

ECHO seeks volunteers for Austin's Point in Time Homelessness Count, but falls hundreds short as the event nears. The count helps inform policies on homelessness.

Officials issue warnings and citations to pet owners for neglect during a cold snap in the US, with over 30 citations in Austin and 50-70 around San Antonio. Laws like Texas's Safe Outdoor Dogs Act aim to protect pets from extreme weather.

Residents of Sonterra in Jarrell are upset by a significant increase in annual HOA fees from $60 to $240, with a deadline looming at the end of January.

Austin's Project Connect progresses with updated light rail plans, amid budget concerns and legislative scrutiny, aiming to enhance city transit by 2027 with 15 new stations and additional infrastructure.

Pease Park Conservancy in Austin responds to car break-ins and thefts with cautionary signage and increased monitoring by the park operations team and Austin Police patrols.

Lockhart residents are upset with the City Council opposing a ballot measure to decriminalize marijuana despite a 68% vote for it, citing state law issues.

Rodeo Austin announces its 2025 ProRodeo and Concert Series lineup, featuring artists like Jon Wolfe, Walker Montgomery, Charley Crockett, and Luke Grimes.

Runners from various states and countries participated in the Austin International Half Marathon despite freezing temperatures, with community and charitable aspects, and winners Haftu Knight and Allie Kieffer.

Solar farms in Texas are employing sheep for grassland management, supporting renewable energy goals and the local sheep industry, with potential but uncertain long-term environmental impacts.

Austin's 12th Annual Youth Career Fest provides career exploration opportunities for high school students, with support from the city's Economic Development Department.