Beth Bond

The Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse Rehabilitation Project at Barton Springs Pool got another funding boost last week when Barton Springs Conservancy contributed an additional $450,000, bringing the conservancy’s total amount of private contributions to $3,834,000. Pooling donations from One Skye Foundation, Powell Foundation, Still Water Foundation and Susan Vaughan Foundation, the funding will support the […]

Two public input sessions are scheduled for this Wednesday, June 12, on accessibility at county buildings and parks. Travis County is asking to hear about the preferences and priorities of county residents with disabilities, employees who work with the disability community and local advocacy organizations. The feedback will shape how Travis County prioritizes needed changes […]

After the Blues on the Green concert series was nearly canceled this year before being subsidized by the city and more heavily sponsored by HEB, the 33rd annual event begins today. Golden Dawn Arkestra, Nané with Quentin Arispe and Grace Sorensen perform this evening, and Riders Against the Storm, Caramelo Haze and the Point play […]

On June 26, 2015, the Supreme Court’s decision in Obergefell v. Hodges affirmed the national right to same-sex marriage. And this year on June 22 through the end of the month, the Travis County Clerk’s Office and Travis County judges will be offering free wedding ceremonies in celebration of Pride Month and nine years of […]

Starting this Friday, June 7, Austin Water customers in the southwest parts of the city are advised to limit consumption to only essential water use during repairs to a major water line. This includes refraining from outdoor watering, power washing and washing cars; turning off irrigation systems; and postponing washing clothes and dishes. A leaking […]

As part of the We All Belong citywide anti-hate initiative launched last summer, the city is hosting the Party at the People’s House, a free event open to the public to celebrate “belonging and the eclectic mix of cultures that make Austin such a weird and wonderful place to live,” according to a news release […]

Each year on the first Saturday in June, people can fish on any public waterway in the state without a fishing license. Free Fishing Day returns this Saturday, June 1. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department offers multiple resources for anglers of all skill levels and all ages, like covering the basics of fishing with tips […]

Organizations focused on fostering healthier communities and increasing access to health care in Central Texas are eligible for $18 million in support from St. David’s Foundation’s Community Driven Change and We All Benefit funding opportunities. They will provide one-time, unrestricted grants, and previous, current and new grantees are all eligible. The Community Driven Change open call will […]

For the first time since 2017, a free outdoor concert series will once again be held on the Texas Capitol Mall in front of the Bullock Museum. Texas artists will perform at Music Under the Star in the new Capitol Mall Amphitheater starting at 6 p.m. on a handful of summer Fridays, with headliners playing […]

In response to the severe storms and flooding in Houston and Hays County, Austin Disaster Relief Network (ADRN) is on the ground providing real-time relief and support. The nonprofit network of about 200 Austin-area churches and trained volunteers is seeking additional volunteers as well as donations of money and supplies. People interested in supporting survivors […]

On Wednesday, May 22, the Development Services Department will offer limited services in its usual work helping homeowners, business owners and contractors ensure compliance with applicable city and building codes when they build, demolish, remodel or perform any construction. Starting at 11 a.m., appointments and in-person payments may be unavailable because of the department’s annual […]

Austin Water is hosting open houses over the next few weeks as a way for customers to learn about their water and wastewater system, planned investments and how these investments may impact rates in the coming year. Rate increases for water and wastewater have been forecast in 2025, which Austin Water chalks up to costs […]