• Austin's State of Our Environment report, published on Thursday, March 30, found that Austin's environment remains preserved and protected despite its growth. However, the construction of SH 45 SW may affect water quality in the Flint Ridge Cave and the Edwards Aquifer.
  • MAD GreensMAD Greens, a restaurant specializing in gourmet, made-to-order salads, fresh juices, wraps, paninis, sandwiches and soups, will open in Sunset Valley in early May.
  • The Austin ISD board of trustees is scheduled to approve its updated Facility Master Plan, or FMP, on Monday, April 3. The FMP outlines the current use and future modernization of all 130 schools in AISD. Here are six takeaways from last week's final FMP presentation to the board.
Coding activity Google Fiber A coding activity was held following the screening of "Hidden Figures" at the Google Fiber space on Fri., March 24.[/caption]
  • A Community Impact Report by Google Fiber reveals 10,000 hours of digital literacy training have been provided to the people of Austin through a number of initiatives led by the company. Read about how the city of Austin is working with Google Fiber to increase access to internet here.
  • Certain Lake Travis-Westlake wineries may be affected by bills currently before the state Legislature requiring wines labeled as originating in Texas to be from juice or fruit wholly grown and produced in the state. Check out a list here.