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On June 29, 2023, a special event is taking over the Asleep at the Wheel AUS Main Stage to raise awareness for mental health services that serve our local music community. Travelers in the terminal from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. will have chance to enjoy a curated live music line-up that showcases some of the best local Austin and Central Texas musicians. Travelers will also get the opportunity to make monetary donations to the SIMS Foundation, a nonprofit that provides mental health and substance use recovery services for musicians, music industry professionals, and their families.

Traffic Fatality in the 8600 block of FM 2222 Road

On Wednesday, June 14, 2023, at approximately 6:46 a.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a crash between a van and a motorcycle in the 8600 block of FM-2222. The motorcyclist died on the scene. The driver of the van remained on the scene and was cooperative.

Pan Am Hillside Concert Series Returns in July!

Join the Oswaldo A.B. Cantu Pan American Recreation Center and Neighborhood Park along with the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center for the Pan Am Hillside Summer Concert Series 2023 at 2100 East 3rd St. on the following Tuesdays, July 11, 18 and 25 starting at 6 p.m. In its 65th year, Austin's longest running free concert series is a much-loved eastside tradition.

El Concurso de Arte Juvenil de la Ciudad Pretende Despertar el Interés de Más de 40,000 Hogares Locales que Carecen de Servicio de Acceso a Internet

El Departamento de Servicios Financieros de la Ciudad de Austin lanza su cuarto concurso anual de arte sobre inclusión digital para estudiantes ArtCon

Independence Day Personal Watercraft Ban on Lake Austin

The Austin Police Department (APD) Lake Patrol Unit will be enforcing the City Ordinance that prohibits the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards, and similar devices (designed to be operated by a person sitting, standing, or kneeling on the vessel), on Lake Austin. This ban will go into effect beginning at sunset on Monday, July 3, 2023, and ending on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at sunrise, as outlined in Ordinance 8-5-81. Non-motorized devices such as kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards can still be used along with watercraft designed for the conventional manner of sitting or standing in the vessel.

AUS launches survey for travelers to help inform expansion design

Travelers are invited to share their AUS experiences via online and in-person survey

Positive West Nile Virus Mosquito Pool Reported in Travis County

The combination of recent rain and heat warrants mosquito safety precautions.

Extreme Heat Ahead Of July 4 Holiday; Use Precautions

Health officials also remind public of water safety amid dozens of drowning and water rescue incidents since April 1.

La Serie de Conciertos en la Colina de Pan Am Regresa en Julio

Join the Oswaldo A.B. Cantu Pan American Recreation Center and Neighborhood Park along with the ESB Mexican American Cultural Center for the Pan Am Hillside Summer Concert Series 2023 at 2100 East 3rd St. on the following Tuesdays, July 11, 18 and 25 starting at 6 p.m. In its 65th year, Austin's longest running free concert series is a much-loved eastside tradition.

Lone Star Limericks Online Submissions Accepted July 1–22

Submit original limericks that pertain to Austin or Texas for Lone Star Limericks online writing competition.

Traffic Fatality in the 9500 block of N IH 35 SB

On Saturday, June 17, 2023, at approximately 12:26 a.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a crash between a semi-truck driver and an unknown pedestrian in the 9500 block of N IH35 SB. The unidentified pedestrian died at the scene. The driver remained on the scene, was cooperative, and was not impaired.

Traffic Fatality in the 4700 block of East William Cannon Drive

On Saturday, June 17, 2023, at approximately 11:56 a.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a crash between a motorcycle and a van in the 4700 block of East William Cannon Drive. The motorcyclist died on the scene. The van's driver remained on the scene, was cooperative, and was not impaired.

Traffic Fatality in the 5200 block of North Capital of Texas HWY SB