A priest in Dripping Springs is working to improve access to mental health resources where few exist. Father Charlie Garza of St. Martin de Porres Catholic Church was alarmed at the suicide rate in his community, so he worked with NAMI Central Texas (National Alliance...

A local woman’s harrowing experience prompted her to develop CPRWrap, a first-aid tool that helps anyone perform CPR. Felicia Jackson, founder and CEO, first conceived of CPRWrap after her 2-year old son stopped breathing in the back seat of the family car. Although...

Texas families and businesses can save on the purchase of certain water- and energy-efficient products during the state’s sales tax holidays May 25 - 27. The Texas Comptroller’s office estimates shoppers will save about $12.6 million in state and local sales taxes...

This summer, Austin ISD will serve anyone 18 years old and younger healthy meals at more than 50 campuses at no cost through the Summer Food Service Program. Both breakfast and lunch will be offered at all AISD summer meal sites. "Children need good nutrition...

Spectrum News Chief Meteorologist Burton Fitzsimmons is reminding families of the importance of being prepared for severe weather this summer. His tips include: Flash flood, stay on high ground. Texas weather can turn from sunny to stormy in a hurry, and those storms...

As a thank you to military and first responders, all Schlitterbahn Waterparks are hosting American Heroes Week with FREE admission May 27 - June 2, 2019. Members of the military (both active duty and retired), police, firefighters, and EMTs will be welcomed at...

Kiddie Academy of Round Rock recently received accreditation by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). NAEYC sets research-based standards and provides resources to improve early childhood program quality and enhance the professional...

Nine Round Rock ISD schools have been recognized for excellence in social-emotional learning. The schools received the Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools award for the 2018-2019 school year from the Flippen Group. This award recognizes campuses that...

A free Mother's Day concert called Strings in the Park takes place May 12, 2019 at the lawn near Central Market. The concert pairs renowned string master Will Taylor with music legend Kevin Russell of Shinyribs and The Gourds for an afternoon of family-friendly music....

A troupe of drummers will hold its annual benefit concert in May. The Drumsistas -- a group of more than 30 women drumming students of all ages -- will perform African music to benefit the Girls Empowerment Network (GEN). The concert takes place on May 18, 2019, at 7...

A local pastry chef will represent Austin on the new season of Best Baker in America, premiering May 13, 2019, on Food Network. Yolanda Diaz is the executive pastry chef at Geraldine's inside the Hotel Van Zandt. In the show, nine bakers will compete over seven...

Advocates for childhood vaccination rallied at the state capitol building in April. Organized by Immunize Texas and the Immunization Partnership, the rally included remarks by legislators who support bills in favor of stronger laws to protect public health. Rekha...