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Austin Energy sends aid to Houston for storm recovery efforts
Austin Energy has dispatched 21 lineworkers and support personnel to Houston in response to the severe storms that left over a million people without power. The team, equipped with bucket trucks and support vehicles, is set to depart at 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, with plans to assist in power restoration efforts for up to two weeks. However, this timeline may be subject to change depending on the direct impacts of the storm.
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Austin Energy promotes e-bike use with rebate program
Austin Energy is encouraging its customers to consider electric bikes, also known as E-Bikes or E-Rides, as an eco-friendly transportation option. The utility company has a rebate program in place to make these vehicles more accessible.
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City invites public feedback on Equity-Based Preservation Plan during Preservation Month
May is recognized as Preservation Month, marking an opportune time for public engagement with the City’s Equity-Based Preservation Plan. The draft of this plan is currently open for public feedback until Friday, May 31.
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Austin's 21st homicide in 2024: Police seek public assistance
On the evening of Thursday, May 9, 2024, Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to multiple calls of a shooting at the Canyon Ridge Apartments located at 12118 Walnut Creek Crossing. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim, later identified as Isaac Jimenez, on the second floor of building five. The 27-year-old Hispanic male was pronounced deceased at 8:31 p.m.
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Delaware North celebrates 25 years of partnership with Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
The City of Austin, once an overlooked gem, has now gained national recognition for its vibrant food scene and lively music culture. A significant contributor to this transformation is the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), which celebrates its 25th anniversary this month. One company that played a pivotal role in setting the tone for the airport is Delaware North (DNC), one of the world's largest entertainment and food service companies.
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Austin falls from top-ten list of largest U.S. cities
After a brief tenure in the top-ten list of America's largest cities, Austin has slipped back to the 11th position, as per recent estimates from the United States Census Bureau.
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Austin begins nationwide search for new Chief of Police
The City of Austin has initiated a nationwide search for its next Chief of Police, with the assistance of Mosaic Public Partners, a recruiting firm. This decision comes after the appointment of City Manager T.C. Broadnax on May 6, who has prioritized the hiring of a permanent police chief.
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Austin's Latinapalooza festival showcases city's cultural heritage
This May, some of Austin's favorite Latin acts will showcase their talent and culture at a free Latinapalooza show on Sunday, May 26 from noon to 5 p.m. at Lampkin Pavilion in Rosewood Park, located at 1182 North Pleasant Valley Rd., behind the playgrounds and next to New York Ave. The show will feature emerging and long-standing performances from Bidi Bidi Banda, Llamativa, Mariachi Las Coronelas, The Tiarras, and Patricia Vonne. Full event schedule and artist details can be found online.
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Austin's Latinapalooza music festival to showcase Latina talent
This May, Austin will host a free Latinapalooza show featuring some of the city's favorite Latina acts. The event is scheduled for Sunday, May 26 from 12 noon to 5 p.m. at the Lampkin Pavilion in Rosewood Park, located at 1182 North Pleasant Valley Rd., behind the ballfields and adjacent to New York Ave. The show will feature performances by emerging and established artists such as Bidi Bidi Banda, Llamativa, Mariachi Las Coronelas, The Tiarras and Patricia Vonne.
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Austin receives $75k NEA grant for artist residency program
The City of Austin, Texas is set to select a local artist or artist group for its Our Future 35 Artist in Residence program, courtesy of a $75,000 grant from the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA). The NEA recently announced over 1,000 recipients of its Grants for Arts Project (GAP) awards on May 15, including the City of Austin. The awards total more than $37 million as part of its second round of Fiscal Year 2024 grants.
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Chance Ramirez discusses art and residency program in 'In The Parks' series
Chance Ramirez, who uses the pronouns they/them/she/her, recently discussed their experiences with ceramics, art therapy, and hand-building clay art. In a short video from ATXN's 'In The Parks' series, Ramirez also shared insights about participating in the Visual Artist Residency Program at the Dougherty Arts Center. For more information about this program, one can visit AustinTexas.gov/DAC.
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O. Henry Museum Pun-Off World Championships celebrates its 47th anniversary
The O. Henry Museum Pun-Off World Championships are continuing to thrive in Austin, Texas. On May 11, 2024, hundreds of enthusiasts of puns convened from various locations to engage in a day-long contest of wit and wordplay. The Pun-Off is among Austin’s longest-running unique events, currently marking nearly half a century of what some refer to as the lowest form of humor. This year marks the 47th anniversary of the Pun-Off.
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Fatal bicycle accident marks Austin's 25th traffic death in 2024
On Friday, May 10, 2024, at approximately 3:58 p.m., officers from the Austin Police Department (APD) were called to the scene of a collision between a vehicle and a bicyclist in the 7400 block of Ed Bluestein Boulevard SB. The unidentified bicyclist was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the vehicle, who was not impaired, remained on site and is cooperating with ongoing investigations.
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Fatal motorcycle crash adds to Austin's rising death toll
On Friday, May 10, 2024, at approximately 9:27 p.m., officers from the Austin Police Department (APD) were called to the scene of a fatal crash involving a single motorcycle in the 13700 block of Immanuel Road. The motorcyclist, identified as Tarl Sears, a 53-year-old Black male, was pronounced dead at the scene.
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How many companies in cities in Williamson County received FDA inspections in Q4 2023?
There were 11 companies in cities associated with Williamson County that received 11 FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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Cities located in Travis County saw FDA inspections of 10 companies in Q4 2023
There were 10 companies in cities associated with Travis County that received 10 FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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34 companies in cities within Williamson County received 34 inspections in 2023
There were 34 companies in cities associated with Williamson County that received 34 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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How many companies in cities in Travis County received FDA inspections in 2023?
There were 37 companies in cities associated with Travis County that received 37 FDA inspections in 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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San Gabriel Rehabilitation and Care Center Q4 2023’s 2nd largest nursing home in Williamson County
With an overall rating of three, San Gabriel Rehabilitation and Care Center was the second largest nursing home in Williamson County during the fourth quarter of 2023.
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The Wesleyan Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Q4 2023’s 2nd largest nursing home in Williamson County
The Wesleyan Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation, the second largest nursing home in Williamson County, aided an average of 90.4 residents per day during the fourth quarter of 2023.