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Which former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8?

By Austin News | Jan 6, 2024

These former Austin News area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 8.

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Austin News area weekly mass times

By Austin News | Jan 6, 2024

The following parishes in the Austin News coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Analysis: 215 of 255 students at Idea Health Professions College Preparatory not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Austin News | Jan 6, 2024

Of the 255 students at Idea Health Professions College Preparatory in Austin, 215 (84%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Report: 90.9% of the 22 students at Graduation Prep Academy Navarro not on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By Austin News | Jan 6, 2024

Of the 22 students at Graduation Prep Academy Navarro in Austin, 20 (90.9%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Williamson County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Dec. 30, 2023

By Austin News | Jan 6, 2024

There were two reported residential sales in Williamson County in the week ending Dec. 30, 2023, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Fraudulent website impersonating Austin’s Park ATX app

By Austin News Report | Jan 6, 2024

The City of Austin has received reports from at least three users in the past 24 hours that a website claiming to be the City’s paid parking application requested their credit card information but would not allow them to initiate a parking session.

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Recent Travis County home sales in week ending Dec. 30, 2023

By Austin News | Jan 6, 2024

There were 41 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending Dec. 30, 2023, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Analysis: 297 of 341 students at Idea Health Professions Academy not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Austin News | Jan 5, 2024

Of the 341 students at Idea Health Professions Academy in Austin, 297 (87%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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The Excel Center for Adults AYW: None of students on "college track" in 2020-21 school year

By Austin News | Jan 5, 2024

None of the 15 The Excel Center for Adults AYW students were on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Texas Wins 2023 State Of The Year

By Austin News | Jan 5, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott today celebrated that Texas has been named 2023 State of the Year by Business Facilities magazine. The recognition is based on the state's best-in-the-nation business climate, economic development leadership, and a "blockbuster 2023 for capital investment and job creation." This marks the fifth State of the Year win for Texas from Business Facilities, more than any other state."Texas moves at the speed of business," said Governor Abbott. "As recognized by Business Facilities magazine, Texas leads the nation for corporate relocations, business...

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Governor Abbott Appoints Halman To Department Of Information Resources

By Austin News | Jan 5, 2024

Austin, Texas - Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Keith Halman to the Department of Information Resources. Halman, currently serving as the associate vice chancellor and chief information officer for the Texas Tech University System, will bring his expertise to the Board, which coordinates and directs information resources management within state government.Halman's appointment will expire on February 1, 2025. In addition to his role at Texas Tech University, Halman also serves as the interim CIO for Texas Tech University and is a board member of the Lonestar Education...

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Governor Abbott Reappoints Three To Texas State Board Of Examiners Of Psychologists

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has reappointed Herman Adler, Ryan Bridges, and Andoni Zagouris to the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists for terms set to expire on October 31, 2029. The Board regulates the practice of psychology in Texas.Herman Adler of Houston is a licensed psychological associate with Tarnow Center, where he administers comprehensive psychological evaluations and individual psychotherapy. He previously served as a psychological intern at the Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Houston as part of his clinical training. He is an...

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Governor Abbott Announces Tyler Designated Music Friendly Texas Certified Community

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that the City of Tyler has been designated by the Texas Music Office (TMO) as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community. The Music Friendly Texas program, introduced by TMO in 2016, aims to promote music business-related economic development and job creation in cities and communities across Texas.Governor Abbott congratulated the City of Tyler on earning this designation, stating, "Music is key to the Texas brand and is deeply rooted in the cultural traditions of our great state. Music Friendly Texas Communities certified by the Texas...

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Report: 92% of the 108 students at Premier High School-Austin Wells Branch not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

Of the 108 students at Premier High School-Austin Wells Branch in Lewisville, 100 (92%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Holiday Tree Recycling Interviews and B-roll Opportunity

By Austin News Report | Jan 4, 2024

Austin Resource Recovery (ARR), a department of the City of Austin, invites media to record b-roll during the 37th Annual Holiday Tree Recycling event at Zilker Park on Saturday, January 6, 2024, starting at 10 a.m. Interviews can be scheduled by calling ARR’s media contact.

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Governor Abbott Appoints Four To Texas State Board Of Pharmacy

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has appointed Garrett Marquis and Randy Martin, Pharm.D. and reappointed Rick Fernandez and Julie Spier to the Texas State Board of Pharmacy for terms set to expire on August 31, 2029. The Board's main objective is to ensure the provision of quality pharmaceutical care to the citizens of Texas and to regulate the practice of pharmacy in accordance with the highest standards of ethics, accountability, efficiency, effectiveness, and openness.Garrett Marquis, the chief communications officer for the Bank of New York Mellon, and a former commissioned...

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2020-21 School Year: None of students at The Excel Center for Adults - South Austin on "college track"

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

None of the 16 The Excel Center for Adults - South Austin students were on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2020-21 school year, according to Austin News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Governor Abbott Responds to NYC Lawsuit Against Bus Companies Transporting Migrants

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott of Texas has issued a statement in response to New York City Mayor Eric Adams' announcement of a lawsuit against bus companies involved in Texas' migrant transportation mission. In his statement, Governor Abbott called the lawsuit "baseless" and stated that it "deserves to be sanctioned."According to Governor Abbott, Mayor Adams lacks understanding of the Commerce Clause of the U.S. Constitution and the constitutional right to travel recognized by the U.S. Supreme Court. The Governor argued that every migrant transported to New York City did so...

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On Wednesday, January 3, Moore High School standout Aaliyah Moore competed in NCAA D1 game

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

The Texas Longhorns won 74-47 in their NCAA D1 game against the Texas Tech Lady Raiders on Wednesday, January 3.

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Evit - Mesquite High School standout Shaylee Gonzales’ college team won in NCAA D1 game on Wednesday, January 3

By Austin News | Jan 4, 2024

The Texas Longhorns won 74-47 in their NCAA D1 game against the Texas Tech Lady Raiders on Wednesday, January 3.