Austin|News|
Austin Fund Aims To Help Legacy Businesses Survive Coronavirus
The $5 million grant is aimed at financially assisting longstanding businesses amid economic downturn spurred by the coronavirus pandemic.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
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Austin|News|
Memorial Service In Austin To Honor Lives Lost To Coronavirus
Residents can participate in the Feb. 28 interfaith gathering memorializing the 685 dead in Travis County and 465K victims nationwide.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Texas Slated To Get 400K-Plus Coronavirus Vaccines From Feds
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention will send the first federal vaccine shipment to 358 providers in 135 counties across Texas.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
Free Coronavirus Testing Offered In Round Rock
Testing at Texas State University Round Rock, 1555 University Blvd., will occur from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Thursday and second Saturday.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
WilCo Opens Coronavirus Information Call Center
Residents can call (512) 943-1600 to find out more about their vaccination status or how to sign up to get inoculated.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Artists Serve As Centerpiece Of New Downtown Austin Initiative
An effort to heighten downtown vibrancy will feature commemorative banners featuring the work of local artists and photographers.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Community College Offers Tuition Aid Amid Coronavirus
The Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act will provide tuition dollars and financial relief for personal expenses.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Helps 4,300 Households With $12.9M In Rent Help
The city and the housing authority announced the milestone related to the Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants (RENT).
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
2K WilCo Seniors In Nursing Homes Receive Coronavirus Vaccines
Distribution of the vaccine to 14 long-term care and nursing home sites was made possible via a partnership with CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Texas Small Biz Owners Can Apply For Coronavirus Disaster Loans
The Small Business Administration has extended the deadline to apply for low-interest loans for those affected by COVID-19 until Dec. 31.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
Free Pet Food, Low-Cost Vaccinations Offered In Williamson County
The regional animal shelter is teaming up with Wag Heaven Pet Supplies and Self-Serve Dog Wash and Jarrell Animal Hospital to help pets.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Central Texas Food Bank Sets January Food Distribution Events
The Central Texas Food Bank has revealed the dates for its January mass food distributions for those in need of meals amid the pandemic.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Central Texas Food Bank Distribuirá Alimentos En Enero
El Central Texas Food Bank revela las fechas para distribuciones de alimentos para aquellos que necesitan alimentos durante la pandemia.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
St. David’s Foundation Awards $550K To WilCo Nonprofits
This year's grant cycle comes at an especially needed time to advance health equity by supporting those impacted by the coronavirus.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
St. David’s Foundation Awards $31.7M Across Central Texas
From A Gift Of Time to Young Invincibles, nonprofits gain windfalls as part of the foundation's winter gift cycle in a year of much need.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Extiende Protecciones Contra Coronavirus Para Inquilinos
Las autoridades han extendido medidas contra el desalojo hasta el 1 de febrero de 2021 para ayudar a frustrar la propagación de enfermedad.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin, Travis County Extends Tenant Protections Amid Coronavirus
Officials have extended anti-eviction measures until Feb. 1, 2021, to help thwart the further spread of illness in the area.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
Se Ofrece Comida Gratuita Para Mascotas En WilCo ​
El condado y Williamson y Wag Heaven Pet Supplies & Self-Serve Dog Wash se unen para proporcionar comida gratuita para perros y gatos.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
Free Pet Food For Those In Need Offered In WilCo
The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter and Wag Heaven Pet Supplies & Self-Serve Dog Wash team up to provide free dog and cat food.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin-Based Meals On Wheels Gets $8M From Philanthropist
MacKenzie Scott, the ex-wife of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, has pledged to donate the personal wealth over the course of her lifetime.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
Round Rock ISD Da Consejos De Seguridad Durante Las Vacaciones
Funcionarios del distrito escolar quieren que todos estén seguros durante las vacaciones de invierno a medida que avanza el coronavirus.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
Round Rock ISD Outlines Winter Break Safety Tips Amid Coronavirus
In light of the continued COVID-19 scourge, district officials want everyone to stay safe until classes resume Jan. 4, 2021.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
Leander ISD Ofrece Comidas Gratis Durante Las Vacaciones
El distrito ofrece alimentos de alta calidad ya que la necesidad de que los niños accedan a comidas nutritivas no se detiene en el invierno.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
Leander ISD Offers Free Meals During Winter Break
The district offers high-quality food as the need for kids to access nutritious and delicious meals does not stop when school is on break.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Ofrece Asistencia Financiera A Centros De Cuidado Infantil
Se ha extendido un programa para ayudar a proveedores de cuidado infantil afectados por la pandemia de coronavirus con hasta $60,000.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Offers Grants To Childcare Providers Amid Coronavirus
A program to help childcare providers financially impacted by the respiratory illness pandemic with up to with up to $60K has been extended.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
Buffalo Wings & Rings Offers Holiday Drinks, Fights Child Hunger
Through Dec. 27, the eatery will have cinnamon spiced mule, bourbon ginger smash or chocolate mint while launching a worthy cause.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Police Help Ensure Merry Christmas For Needy Austin Kids
Members of Amigos en Azul will hand out gift cards to children from low-income households for their holiday shopping needs on Saturday.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
WilCo Animal Shelter Launches 'Home For The Holidays' Effort
The annual initiative makes it easier for any animal one year old and older to to go home with a family for the holiday season.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Fecha LÃmite Pronto Llega Para Recibir Asistencia Con La Renta
Los últimos $12.9 millones se distribuirán pronto, y se aceptarán presentaciones hasta el martes 8 de diciembre.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Final Call Looms In Austin For Rent Assistance Amid Coronavirus
The remaining Relief of Emergency Needs for Tenants Assistance program funds are set for disbursal, with a Dec. 8 deadline to apply.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin-Area Blood Bank Seeks Coronavirus Survivors' Plasma
To date, We Are Blood has provided convalescent plasma to more than 1,500 patients in Central Texas.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Austin Expands Musicians' Mental Wellness Program
A partnership with Health Alliance for Austin Musicians ensures mental health services via the Healthcare Access Program.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
A Ferrari Christmas In Austin: Toys To Be Delivered In Style
RE/MAX Posh Properties and Ferrari of Austin are teaming up for their toy drive benefitting the Dell Children's Medical Center.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Round Rock, TX|News|
Patch Holiday Food Drive in WilCo: Give To Feeding America
The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America aiding food banks, pantries and meal programs across Williamson County.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Patch Travis County Holiday Food Drive: Give To Feeding America
The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America along with food banks, pantries and meal programs across Travis County.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Central Texas Food Bank Planea Distribución De Alimentos
Se necesitan voluntarios para ayudar distribuir alimentos durante la distribución de comidas para aquellos afectados por el coronavirus.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Austin|News|
Central Texas Food Bank Sets December Food Distribution Events
Volunteers are needed to help sort and distribute food during distribution of meals for those who have been financially hit by the pandemic.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
North Austin-Pflugerville, TX|News|
Pflugerville Aims To Help Low-Income Residents With Utility Bills
A 'substantial amendment' to the Community Development Block Grant program would add $158,241 for bills and internet service for seniors.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
Cedar Park-Leander, TX|News|
Help Available For WilCo Residents Impacted By Coronavirus
Hill Country Community Ministries is spearheading an effort to help residents needing help paying their rent or utility payments.
Tony Cantu, Patch Staff
