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October 10, 2026

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Latest News

Can I Recycle This in Homestead Estates? An Elgin Quick Guide

A City of Elgin recycling quick guide for Homestead Estates, including several common items that do not belong in the cart. READ MORE

Elgin ISD Board Workshop Oct. 13 Covers Rezoning, Curriculum and Construction for Homestead Estates Families

The 6 p.m. workshop includes 2027-28 rezoning, a proposed Elgin Intermediate curriculum change, discipline and attendance, construction and major purchases. READ MORE

Homestead Estates Early Voting Guide: Three Nearby Bastrop County Locations Open Oct. 19-30

Early voting runs Oct. 19-30 for the November 3 election. See three Bastrop County locations near Homestead Estates, plus the county’s daily voting hours. READ MORE

Travis County Drug Take Back Day October 24 Offers Free, Anonymous Medication Disposal at Five Austin Locations

Travis County residents can safely dispose of unwanted prescription, over-the-counter and pet medications at five free collection sites across Austin on October 24, helping protect families and local waterways. READ MORE

Elgin ISD Offers Free Virtual Family Workshops to Help Parents Support Student Success, Reading Skills and Online Safety

Elgin ISD is helping families take a more active role in their children's education through five free virtual workshops covering academic success, parent-teacher communication, literacy and safe technology use this October and November. READ MORE

Elgin Veterans Day Parade Returns November 7 With New Evening Time, Downtown Celebration and Día de los Muertos Festivities

Elgin's annual Veterans Day Parade will bring the community together on November 7 with a new 5 p.m. start time, a special tribute to local veterans and additional downtown festivities. READ MORE

October Gardening Tips for Homestead Estates: 6 Ways to Prepare Your Lawn and Landscaping for Cooler Weather

October brings a fresh opportunity for Homestead Estates residents to care for their lawns, trees and gardens, and SunGrow shares six timely landscaping tips to help keep outdoor spaces healthy as Central Texas heads into fall. READ MORE

Bastrop County Commissioners Address Property Taxes, Data Center Concerns, Burn Ban and Public Health Clinic

From a new county property tax rate to concerns about data center development and progress toward a public health clinic, Bastrop County commissioners are making decisions that could affect residents across the growing county. READ MORE

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Austin

Latest News

Santa Returns to Barton Creek Square in Austin for 2026 Holiday Photos, Sensory-Friendly Visits and Pet Pictures

Austin families can start planning their holiday traditions as Barton Creek Square announces Santa's 2026 arrival, special sensory-friendly visits for children with disabilities and a festive photo opportunity for pets. READ MORE

Austin Community College Opens New 36,500-Square-Foot Automotive Technology Facility in Round Rock, Expanding Career Training Opportunities

A major expansion at Austin Community College's Round Rock Campus is opening new doors for Central Texas students pursuing automotive careers, with advanced training facilities, industry partnerships and more workforce education opportunities on the way. READ MORE

Central Texas Food Bank Prepares More Than 300,000 Meals a Year, Helping Families and Patients Across the Region

From freshly prepared meals to specialized nutrition for patients with medical needs, the Central Texas Food Bank is doing more than distributing groceries, and one longtime Austin-area chef is helping make it happen. READ MORE

Austin Halloween Tours 2026: Explore Texas Capitol Legends and State Cemetery History Throughout October

Austin residents and visitors can discover a different side of Texas history this Halloween season through special October tours at the Texas State Capitol and Texas State Cemetery, including additional tour times on Halloween Day. READ MORE

Austin Opera Brings French Masterpiece ‘Thaïs’ to the Long Center November 13 and 15, Exploring Love, Faith and Obsession

One of opera’s most compelling stories of love, temptation and redemption is coming to Austin for two performances, bringing internationally acclaimed performers and the unforgettable music of French composer Jules Massenet to the Long Center for the Performing Arts. READ MORE

Austin’s 43rd Annual Viva La Vida Festival and Parade Returns October 24 with Free Día de los Muertos Celebration Downtown

One of Austin’s most treasured cultural traditions returns this October as the Mexic-Arte Museum brings families, artists and neighbors together for a free Día de los Muertos celebration filled with music, art, remembrance and Mexican heritage. READ MORE

Dell Children’s Medical Center in Austin Ranks Among Nation’s Best in Six Pediatric Specialties, Bringing Top-Tier Care Closer to Central Texas Families

Dell Children’s Medical Center has earned national recognition in six pediatric specialties, including a Top 10 ranking for heart care, reinforcing Austin’s growing reputation as a destination for advanced children’s healthcare. READ MORE

Southwest Airlines Adds New Nonstop Flights From Austin to the Bahamas, Dominican Republic and Costa Rica for Summer 2027

Central Texas travelers will soon have more ways to reach the Caribbean, Costa Rica and popular U.S. destinations as Southwest Airlines expands nonstop service at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport ahead of summer 2027. READ MORE

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Austin

Upcoming Events

Parvathi Kalyanam (Tarakasura Samharam) Divine Celebration

Sunday, Oct 11 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Parvathi Kalyanam (Tarakasura Samharam) brings a divine celebration to Georgetown with an evening of culture and community gathering. READ MORE

The Great Pumpkin Bash Halloween Celebration

Sunday, Oct 11 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Elgin’s Great Pumpkin Bash returns October 11 with free family fun, crafts, food vendors and Halloween activities. READ MORE

MrBallen The Terror Within Graphic Stories Author Event

Monday, Oct 12 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

BookPeople hosts MrBallen in Austin for a ticketed evening celebrating the release of The Terror Within: The Graphic Stories. READ MORE

Jarrell PD National Night Out

Tuesday, Oct 13 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Jarrell PD National Night Out is scheduled for October 13 at Jarrell Middle School with a 6 to 9 pm time window. READ MORE

Kylie Cantrall The Valley Girl Problems Tour

Tuesday, Oct 13 @ 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Kylie Cantrall plays ACL Live at the Moody Theater in Austin on October 13 with special guest JYT. READ MORE

The Secret Language of Victorian Headstones Lecture

Thursday, Oct 15 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

A one-hour Georgetown talk explores Victorian headstone symbols, burial traditions, and stories carved in stone. READ MORE

Lowco Gringo 1st Annual Lowrider Exhibition

Saturday, Oct 17 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

A free family lowrider exhibition brings custom cars and community fun to HOPE Outdoor Gallery in Austin on October 17. READ MORE

Texas Street Food Tour

Sunday, Oct 18 @ 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm

A free food festival returns to Republic Square in Austin for an afternoon and evening centered on street food and community gathering. READ MORE

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