Austin ranks fifth for wildfire risk among U.S. metropolitan areas, with over 94,000 homes at moderate or higher risk, according to CoreLogic's 2024 Wildfire Risk Report.

Texas Parks & Wildlife Department will release an updated app for hunters and anglers on Aug. 15, offering mandatory reporting, digital tagging, and offline use.

Austin Councilmembers Ellis and Alter propose a $2.23 million budget boost to hire more staff for the Parks and Recreation Department to improve park maintenance.

Austin Energy plans to upgrade Decker Dam at Lake Walter E. Long between spring 2025 and 2027, meeting safety regulations and ensuring longevity. Changes will cause lower water levels and temporary boat ramp closures.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department hosts the second annual Veteran Suicide Awareness Ruck Hike with diverse activities across 16 state parks for National Suicide Prevention Month.

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department confirms a case of Chronic Wasting Disease at a Medina County deer breeding facility, urging adherence to monitoring guidelines.

Round Rock celebrated the reopening of Memorial Park and the debut of Big Boy Hester Family Field, a nod to its heritage and part of the Heritage Trail West project.

A petition with over 1,400 supporters aims to ban aerosol sunscreens at Austin's Barton Springs Pool due to environmental concerns.

The article describes the spectacle of Purple Martins in Round Rock, Texas, details their migration, birdwatchers' experiences, and events to observe them.

The Texas Birding Classic raised $52,000 for bird conservation, drawing 1,250 participants who observed 420 species. Funds will support several habitat projects.

Steiner Ranch now has a new emergency evacuation route, Route B, in response to past wildfire issues, along with updated plans from the Austin Fire Department for better handling future evacuations.

Austin Parks and Recreation Department introduces a new parking policy at Commons Ford Ranch Metropolitan Park during the Fourth of July holiday to improve safety and manage heavy usage.

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department urges boaters to prevent the spread of invasive species like giant salvinia and zebra mussels by cleaning, draining, and drying their equipment.