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Bee Cave-based CesiumAstro acquires semiconductor company

Serving up a taste of nostalgia: A Little Shady now open in Kyle

Pflugerville ISD voters to decide on Austin Community College annexation in November

The ACC Board of Trustees unanimously approved an annexation election for the Pflugerville ISD territory during a special meeting on Monday.

Eagles Nest Street extension moves forward in Round Rock

Pflugerville ISD voters to decide on joining Austin Community College taxing district

Check out 6 road improvement projects across the Austin metro

Counseling practice opens new office in San Marcos

I-35 expansion in Williamson County faces environmental hurdles

The Texas Department of Transportation is proposing an expansion of I-35 between Round Rock and Georgetown to address rising crash rates and significant population growth.

Gov. Abbott chops brisket as Buc-ee's opens newest location in San Marcos

With this new travel center off of I-35 and Yarrington Road, Buc-ee's now has 57 stores open across the United States.

I-35 northbound lanes in North Austin to close nightly for 3 weekends

The closures between Rundberg Lane and Braker Lane are for paving as part of the I-35 Capital Express North project.

Are two new HOV lanes coming to I-35 near Georgetown?

Interstate 35 drivers in the Georgetown and Round Rock corridor: the Texas Department of Transportation has its eyes on you for expansion, and on Thursday, you have the chance to hear more about the proposal in person.

TxDOT urges drivers to stay attentive as students return to school

The effort is a part of TxDOT's "Be Safe. Drive Smart." back-to-school campaign, where the department is encouraging drivers to take extra precautions around schools.

Austin named the fastest-growing U.S. city for small business in 2026

A study by commercial insurer USA Business Insurance ranked Austin #1 based on new business applications, small-business employment growth, commercial permits, and population/workforce migration trends.

City launches Kiva Hub for small-business microloans

Austin Economic Development partnered with global nonprofit Kiva to launch the city's first crowdfunded microloan hub, aimed at helping local entrepreneurs start or grow a business.

Austin approves "Front Yard Businesses" resolution

City Council approved a resolution (March 26, 2026) allowing small-scale commercial operations from residents' homes, part of the city's "Strong Local Commerce" push to counter high commercial rents.

~$140,000 in economic relief headed to legacy East and Southwest Austin businesses

City Council approved the first round of a two-part incentive package supporting long-standing small businesses in East and Southwest Austin.

Austin Chamber confirms 2026 board leadership

Denise Davis (Davis Kaufman PLLC) was named Board Chair and David Jabour Chair-Elect, with terms beginning January 1, 2026.