Austin in Action
The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) is announcing the launch of this year’s Summer Earn and Learn (SEAL) program for students ages 14-22 with disabilities. Through work-based learning, SEAL participants earn a paycheck as they learn new skills and gain...
Austin in Action
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced over $290 million in Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) funds has been awarded to nearly 25,000 designated Texas teachers during the 2023-24 school year. These educators make up some of Texas’ best, and they work to...
Austin in Action
Leslie’s Pool and Spa is joining forces with its water safety partner, Cullen Jones, four-time Olympic swimming medalist and the first African American swimmer to hold a world record. Together, they share valuable tips for pool owners and parents to help...
Austin in Action
The Austin Parks Foundation announced on June 12th the return of the highly anticipated Zilker Eagle train. Presented by Cap Metro, the train departs from the train depot at 2131 1/2 William Barton Drive and will be open daily. “We couldn’t be more...
Asuntos Familiares
P: Mi esposa, yo y nuestros dos hijos visitaremos a mis padres el próximo mes, ellos viven fuera del estado y no los vemos con frecuencia. Quiero que la visita vaya bien. Me gustaría que mis padres se lleven una buena impresión de nuestros hijos durante y después de...
Education
Many parents are aware that their school district has a school board comprised of members known as trustees, but that is often where their knowledge of trustees ends. Simply put, trustees are elected representatives and advocates for the school district....
Family Matters
Q My wife and I and our two children will be visiting my parents next month who live out of state, and we don’t see them often. I want the visit to go well. I want my parents to have a good impression of our kids during and after our time with them. What...
KidZone
Do you ever pass by a field of flowers and wish you could pick one and keep it forever? Flower pressing is just one way of preserving the beauty of flowers, leaves and other plants you see out in nature. With this fun, easy craft you can get outside, explore...
Then and Now
Then Known as one of the most beautiful lookout spots in town, Mount Bonnell has long been an Austin favorite. Resting 775ft. above sea level and overlooking the Colorado River, this now 5.1-acre historic linear park is the highest point in Austin, offering a blend of...
Lifelines
Summer is finally here, but your kids are on the couch staring at their devices or claiming that they are bored. Get them up and outside with these fun backyard games. Some are classic and some are more modern, but all of them will get your kids moving, playing...
