Education
Picture it: your average American home. It is 9:45 p.m. on a Wednesday, and Mom and Dad are making one last pass through the living room, straightening pillows and switching off lights before bed. Suddenly, a voice calls from the stairs. “Mom! Dad! I forgot. I...
Then and Now
Then Before it became one of Austin’s most photographed landmarks, the Pennybacker Bridge solved a problem. In the late 1970s, the city needed a way to complete Loop 360, connecting north and south Austin. A key priority was minimizing environmental impact on the...
KidZone
Music plays a central role in brain development from the earliest ages, and it is a fun tool for building strong family bonds and lasting traditions. While songs and sing-alongs are a common part of children’s lessons in school, parents often do not think about...
Austin Adventures
February can be a tricky time for family outings. The excitement of holiday festivities winds down, but there are still days to fill before school starts, plus weekends of unpredictable weather ahead. I find it the perfect month for short outings and day...
Feature Articles
Everyone knows Valentine’s Day is celebrated in February, but did you know February is also American Heart Month? With hearts everywhere you look, what better time for an annual reminder to pay attention to your heart health? Valentine’s Day and American Heart Month...
Sponsored Content
Nursing Careers in Texas Career longevity matters deeply in nursing because the profession demands physical stamina, emotional balance, and constant learning. Nurses who sustain long careers protect patient outcomes and strengthen healthcare systems. Education...
Austin in Action
Give Back Together: Celebrate National Blood Donor Month with We Are Blood January marks National Blood Donor Month, a time to recognize the life-saving contributions of blood and platelet donors across the country. Central Texas families are encouraged to participate...
KidZone
What you need: Plastic sandwich bag Baking soda Vinegar Teaspoon Measuring cup (1/4 cup) Small square of toilet paper or paper towel Permanent markers What you do: Step 1: Draw a snowman’s face on your plastic bag. Step 2: Put two teaspoons of baking soda on a...
Lifelines
It was Friday, January 1, 1999, our first New Year’s Day as a married couple. Unbeknownst to me, this day would set the protocol for all future New Year’s Days. It began with my husband bringing me a piece of paper and saying, “Let’s write down...
Education
If you have ever tried to talk to your child after school and received a one-word answer, you are not alone. These days, you are likely also competing with a screen for attention. Kids climb into the car with earbuds already in, they walk through the door...
