The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter features two pets, Pumbaa the dog and Luci the Siamese cat, for potential adoption with a $22 fee covering vet care and microchipping.

Austin Mayor Kirk Watson declared a disaster due to wildfire threats, following days without rain and state-level action, to prepare the community and enhance preventative measures.

The University of Texas at Austin ranks second in the state and 11th nationally in a WalletHub study, with Rice University leading Texas and placing sixth in the U.S.

Round Rock City Council proclaims November 14 as Indigenous Peoples’ Day and November as National Native American Heritage Month to honor local Indigenous tribes.

Round Rock celebrates National Community Planning Month, highlighting planning efforts and showcasing the Round Rock 2030 Annual Report, which details progress in urban development and housing diversity strategies.

Austin's HSEM is hosting a Preparedness Pop-Up on October 16 to help residents prepare for emergencies, with the first 25 visitors receiving emergency kits.

ACC students gain practical experience at Austin City Limits Music Festival, working on event production and live sound engineering through ACL University partnership.

The Texas DPS released a report on the Compassionate Use Program (CUP), aiming to assess its sustainability and accessibility, ahead of the 89th Texas Legislature session.

Central Texans are mobilizing to aid Floridians affected by Hurricane Milton through volunteering, providing supplies, and donating blood, with a focus on support as local Red Cross faces volunteer shortages.

Austin officials indefinitely enforce the 'No Refusal' DUI policy, mandating search warrants for blood samples when breath or blood tests are refused.

The Round Rock Public Library receives the 2024 Texas Book Festival Grant to enhance its Large Print collection for patrons with visual impairments as part of its Library At Home program.

Travis County and Shawnee Township initiatives are emphasizing smoke alarm maintenance and fire safety awareness, including a program where Domino's delivers pizzas with a fire safety check.

The Austin City Council postponed the vote on a new police contract until Oct 24 to allow more public input. The deal includes raises and a bonus for officers, as well as making G-files public for increased oversight.