SummaryA special election is being held on January 25th for the District 4 Austin City Council seat. Action BoxVote! Vote! Vote! If you live in District 4, don't forget that Election Day is on January 25th and early voting lasts from January 10th to 21st....
Summary2021 was quite the year. We're counting down some of the more positive local news stories. Action BoxTake some time to relax! Enjoy the holidays and we'll see you in the new year! These past two years have been difficult (to say the least). But in...
SummaryAustin Common Editor-In-Chief Amy Stansbury looks back at some of the biggest moments at The Austin Common in 2021. Action BoxJoin The Common Club and give the gift of a strong local democracy this holiday season. 2021 was quite a year...
SummaryIn the wake of a land development code rewrite that is caught up in the legal system, Council is working on short term code improvements that could increase housing supply & affordability in Austin. Action BoxHousing affordability is going to be one of Council's top...
About The AuthorThis post is sponsored & written by The Office of Sustainability, the city department that is working toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, a healthy & just local food system, and climate resiliency. Action BoxClick the badge above to learn more about Austin's recently passed...
SummaryIn February 2021, Winter Storm Uri wreaked havoc across Texas. A new report from the Office of the City Auditor explains what went wrong. Action BoxFollow along with City Council for updates on how they're working to better prepare the city for future disasters. You...
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SummaryThe holidays are here. Our gift guide has everything you need to know to shop local & eco-friendly this year. Action BoxDon't forget to shop local this holiday season! Want to shop local, but don't know where to begin? Feeling stressed because you want to get...
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About The AuthorThis sponsored post was written by Keri Greenwalt (in Dec. 2020) from Austin Resource Recovery, the city department that is working to reach Austin's goal of zero waste by 2040. Action BoxTry to reduce waste this holiday season by gifting experiences and reusing/recycling...