Hey there, fellow Austinites! 🌞 It’s Tuesday, September 17, 2024, and we’ve got a jam-packed scoop of what’s shakin’ in our vibrant city. So, grab your morning brew (or a breakfast taco 🌮), and let’s dive into the heart of Austin’s happenings, weather, and some construction buzz that’s as hot as our summer temps!
What’s Happening Around Town 🎉
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Austin Pickle Ranch Rooftop Ruckus: Our beloved pickleball paradise is in a bit of a zoning pickle. They’re hoping to swing back into action with some community support and a rezoning wish. Make sure to check out the full story before your next serve.
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Ride the Future: Uber and Waymo are teaming up to bring self-driving cars to our streets. It’s like The Jetsons, but in Austin. Read all about it here, and start dreaming of napping on your commute.
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Longhorns’ Admission Shenanigans: UT Austin’s tightening its admission criteria to the top 5% of Texas high schoolers for Fall 2026. Get the lowdown here and start hitting those books, kiddos.
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Airport’s Getting Buff: With a whopping $1.9B on the table, our airport is about to go from cozy to colossal. Fasten your seatbelts and check out the expansion deets right here.
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KOOP Day Celebration: Tune into 91.7 because the city’s giving a big ol’ high-five to KOOP Radio for 30 years of eclectic airwaves. Dive into the musical love letter here.
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Oh, Canada in Round Rock: Tim Hortons is bringing doughnuts and coffee to Round Rock, eh! Check out when you can grab a Timbit right here.
Building Blocks of Austin 🏗️
From lakeside stages to EV chargers, Austin’s construction scene is buzzing louder than a bee at Zilker Park. Here’s a peek:
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Old Settlers Park Lakeview: A new stage and facilities coming up in Round Rock. More info
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STONEBRIDGE II: Some fresh digs for LANDSEA HOMES at the heart of Austin. Dive in
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Capitol Ridge’s Electric Dreams: EV chargers are popping up at Capitol Ridge to keep our city green and groovy. Check it out
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J.Crew’s New Nest: Mueller’s retail paradise is getting a J.Crew Factory facelift. Details here
Austin’s Weather Wire 🌡️
Today’s forecast is hotter than a habanero on Congress Ave. with a high of 99°. Tonight, we’re looking at a partly cloudy sky with a low of 73°. Whether you’re planning on hitting the trails or the town, stay hydrated, my friends!
And Now, a Word from Our Friends at Austin Local Team
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So, whether you’re cheering on the pickleball courts from the sidelines or dreaming of autonomous rides, remember, Austin’s got a beat for every soul. Stay weird, stay informed, and most importantly, stay wonderful, Austin. Catch ya on the flip side! 🎸
