Austin Energy will hold its annual Community Connections Resource Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 26 at Del Valle High School. The free, family-friendly event is intended to help the utility’s moderate- and low-income customers learn about assistance or programs available to help them meet their basic needs. In addition to demonstrations and presentations, local entities, including Austin Fire, Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services, will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be service providers available to discuss medical assistance, veterinary services, food services and housing assistance. More information is available here.
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