Austin Energy is once again breaking barriers, this time by launching the country's first E-Bike Fleet Rebate Program. The idea is to promote the use of electric bicycles for commuting, deliveries, and transportation, especially in the downtown core. Last week, Bike Texas became the first organization...
When we talk about making transportation improvements in Austin, often the conversation revolves around funding. Whether it's the city's budget or the $720 million mobility bond proposal, we're usually talking about money. But there is another way to help fix Austin's traffic problems - city planning....
If you're passionate about connecting children to nature, then this event is for you. Tickets are now available for Westcave Outdoor Discovery Center's annual celebration on September 16th at the Four Seasons. The event will honor individuals and organizations who are working hard to get kids...
The city is continuing its efforts to better connect children with nature and is once again, looking for public input. As you might remember, the city is currently working on developing a strategic plan to ensure that the children who need it the most have access to...
Crazy for crafting? Passionate about reducing waste? Then Austin Creative Reuse is the place for you. Their store in the Linc Shopping Center is an artist's dream, fully stocked with a wide array of quirky and unique crafting supplies, from fabric samples to buttons. And the...
The controversial Dos Republicas coal mine has been given permission to expand. At a hearing in Austin on Wednesday, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality voted to renew and expand a wastewater permit that will allow the mine to grow its operations in Texas near the...
Republic Square Park is getting a facelift. The Austin Parks Foundation, Downtown Austin Alliance, and the city's Parks and Recreation Department have teamed up to oversee a $5.8 million renovation project of the historic downtown park. Republic Square Park has a long and storied history in...
City Council has moved forward with Mayor Steve Adler's $720 million bond proposal to improve mobility in Austin. Last month, by a vote of 8 to 3, City Council expressed approval of the mayor's plan and directed city staff to prepare the exact language that...
Connecting children to nature is important. It helps reduce their risk for developing serious health problems, improves academic performance, lowers stress, and just makes them happier human beings. The city's Parks and Recreation Department recognizes these benefits and is now leading an effort to develop a...
Did you know? Texas Disposal Systems reclaims, recycles, and repurposes as much material from the landfill as possible. In their effort to divert even more and eliminate the stigma attached to trash, they decided that they wanted to showcase the potential and beauty of materials discarded...