Kendra Scott collaborates with Wrangler on a limited-edition collection featuring Western-inspired fashion and jewelry, with a portion of proceeds supporting the National FFA Organization.

IKEA is opening a new "plan & order" store in The Domain, Austin, offering a compact shopping experience focused on kitchen and office planning. The 5,000-square-foot store will also facilitate pickup services.

Veloway Threads expanded its holdings in South Austin's St. Elmo district, while the St. Elmo Public Market was sold to become an entertainment venue with bowling and arcade games.

The Pflugerville community supports BBQ joint owner John Brotherton through a GoFundMe, helping with medical bills due to his critical health emergency and coma.

The Texas Workforce Commission launched MyTXCareer, a free app to help Texans find jobs matching their skills and career goals, amidst the state's economic growth.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott responds to a destructive explosion at Fort Worth's Sandman Hotel, coordinating with local officials to provide emergency aid.

Texas is named the 2023 State of the Year by Business Facilities magazine, earning praise for its business climate and job creation efforts, marking the state's fifth win.

Governor Greg Abbott claims Texas has outpaced the U.S. in economic growth for the fifth consecutive quarter, with a 7.7% GDP growth, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis.

Texas maintains its top position in the U-Haul Growth Index for the third consecutive year, while Austin ranks fifth among U.S. growth cities in 2023.

Austin's businesses anticipate a surge in customers as Longhorns fans prepare to watch the Sugar Bowl, promising a bustling atmosphere and increased revenue for local establishments.

Manor, Texas, is expecting a new 63-acre retail development called Manor Crossing by 2025, featuring major retailers like Home Depot and a variety of dining options, aiming to enhance the local economy and community life.

Gas prices in Austin rose to $2.67 per gallon during the holiday season, slightly above last year's price and the Texas average but still below the national average.

Austin's Delicious Tamales locations experienced high traffic as people gathered traditional holiday tamales, a favorite family and Latina-owned business from San Antonio.