1. Tunnels complete for Lake Travis deep-water intake project
All underground concrete work on the Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority’s deep-water intake project is now complete, according to Aaron Archer, vice president of civil engineering firm Walker Partners.
Archer said it’s a significant milestone for the BCRUA. He gave updates on the project to the Leander City Council at its Dec. 18 meeting.
Read more from Reporter Daniel Schwalm.
2. Check out these 9 Austin-area restaurants open on Christmas Day
Looking for a way to avoid the kitchen Dec. 25? Check out these restaurants in the Austin area open on Christmas. This list is not comprehensive.
Learn more from Editor Elle Bent and Reporter Dacia Garcia.
3. Check out these new and coming soon Georgetown-area businesses
More than a dozen businesses have recently opened or are coming soon to the Georgetown area.
Find out more from Editor Claire Shoop and Reporter Gracie Warhurst.
4. Billboard on Bee Caves Road set for January court case
The city of Austin is taking legal action against what the city has described as an unauthorized billboard on Bee Caves Road, with one of two potential upcoming court dates set for Jan. 7.
Get the full story from Editor Grace Dickens.
5. Cinemark Stone Hill Town Center upgrade coming soon
The Cinemark theater at Stone Hill Town Center in Pflugerville is slated for a major renovation that will bring luxury recliner seating and upgraded auditorium finishes, according to theater management.
Learn more from Reporter Manny Holguin.
6. Austin sees 46% drop in pedestrian crashes after left-turn safety pilot
A city of Austin pilot program aimed at making left turns safer is showing positive results, according to an update from the city. A report from the city’s Vision Zero program found a 46% drop in left-turn crashes involving pedestrians and an 82% reduction in related crash costs.
Learn why from Reporter Haley McLeod.
