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Home sales in Travis County during week ending Nov. 23

By Austin News | Nov 30, 2024

There were 69 reported residential sales in Travis County in the week ending Nov. 23, according to BlockShopper.com.

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Austin News area weekly mass times

By Austin News | Nov 30, 2024

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

Abbott family joins Meals on Wheels for Thanksgiving meal deliveries

By Austin News | Nov 29, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott and First Lady Cecilia Abbott participated in a Thanksgiving Day tradition by volunteering with Meals on Wheels Central Texas.

Chip Roy reflects on gratitude and governance in recent tweets

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2024

Rep. Chip Roy's press office shared tweets highlighting themes such as devotion to service, gratitude towards divine blessings, and appreciation for peaceful governance.

Rep. Chip Roy shares insights from Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2024

On November 28th, Rep. Chip Roy shared excerpts from Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation via social media posts.

Rep. Chip Roy shares reflections on gratitude and unity

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2024

On November 28, 2024, Rep. Chip Roy Press Office shared a series of tweets reflecting on themes such as gratitude for peace after conflict, divine guidance before nationhood, and a call for unity in seeking forgiveness for national transgressions.

Chip Roy shares historical quotes emphasizing governance and prosperity

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2024

Rep. Chip Roy's Press Office highlighted historical proclamations through a series of tweets on November 28, reflecting themes such as governance, prosperity, peace, religion, virtue, and scientific progress.

Reflections from Rep. Chip Roy's press office highlight gratitude and governance

By Austin News | Nov 28, 2024

On November 28, 2024, Rep. Chip Roy shared thoughts via Twitter expressing gratitude for civil liberties and effective governance while encouraging personal responsibility in fulfilling duties across various roles

Chip Roy advocates for changes in government structure and policy enforcement

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2024

In recent social media posts by Rep. Chip Roy's press office from late November 2024, he addresses concerns about Congress's role in governance, immigration policy under President Biden's administration, and potential military action against...

Cornyn comments on release of Texan Mark Swidan from Chinese prison

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2024

November 27, 2024 AUSTIN – U.S. Senator John Cornyn has issued a statement regarding the release of Mark Swidan, a resident of Houston, from a Chinese prison.

Senator Cruz comments on Americans' release from China detention

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2024

Senator Ted Cruz, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has issued a statement regarding the release of Americans who were detained in China.

Roger Williams addresses economic and security concerns via social media

By Austin News | Nov 27, 2024

U.S. Congressman Roger Williams has shared his views on key national issues through recent tweets dated from November 25 to November 27, 2024.

Governor Abbott appoints four to business advisory council

By Austin News | Nov 26, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott has announced the appointment of four individuals to the Business Advisory Council of the Texas Division of Emergency Management.

Ted Cruz criticizes Biden administration over Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

By Austin News | Nov 26, 2024

Senator Ted Cruz of Texas, a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, has issued a statement concerning the recent ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.

Abbott serves Thanksgiving meals to troops during Operation Lone Star

By Austin News | Nov 26, 2024

Governor Greg Abbott and incoming U.S. Border Czar Tom Homan spent Thanksgiving serving meals to Texas National Guard soldiers, Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) troopers, and other service members involved in Operation Lone Star.

VA funding bill signed into law brings $1.2 billion to Texas

By Austin News | Nov 26, 2024

The recent enactment of the Fiscal Year 2024 Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Authorization Act will bring over $1.2 billion to Texas for VA mental health and medical facilities. U.S. Senator John Cornyn, who cosponsored the legislation,...

Thanksgiving may have roots in Texas long before Plymouth Rock

By Austin News | Nov 25, 2024

As the holiday season nears, many people anticipate gathering with loved ones to share meals and express gratitude.

Cornyn joins Senate DOGE Caucus aiming to tackle government waste

By Austin News | Nov 25, 2024

U.S. Senator John Cornyn of Texas has announced his participation in the Senate DOGE Caucus, a group founded by Senator Joni Ernst of Iowa.

Senator Cruz urges halt on $1.25B Digital Equity Grant Program over constitutionality concerns

By Austin News | Nov 25, 2024

Senator Ted Cruz, the Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee, has called on the Biden-Harris administration to retract guidance for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s (NTIA) 'Digital Equity Competitive...