🌱 Mobile Homes Soar In ATX + Man Injured In Austin Stabbing

Austin TX

18 November, 2021

4:10 PM

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Happy Friday, Austin! It's me again, your host Meagan Falcon. Here's everything going on around town today. The Daily is made possible by these local businesses: Something More and LifeatitsBest . Want to see your business featured in this spot in the newsletter? Click here to get started. First, today's weather: Plenty of sunshine. High: 67 Low: 49. Your weekend forecast: After a cold start to Friday, warm air returns late Friday into Sunday morning. Another strong front arrives during the day Sunday and brings a slight chance of showers. Below normal temperatures are expected Monday with milder weather expected to return for Tuesday. Here are the top stories in Austin today: Business Insider reports Austin's Tesla boom is "proof" that mobile homes are "becoming cool." (Business Insider) Austin police said a man was taken to the hospital after being stabbed Wednesday night near North I-35 in Austin. (KEYE TV CBS Austin) Patch learned more about what lead an 18-year-old San Marcos man to set fire to Congregation Beth Israel on Halloween night. Read our report breaking down what lead up to the incident. (Austin Patch) The parents of a 21-year-old Austin college student are fighting for change after their daughter, Natalia Cox, was allegedly murdered by a man that investigators said she'd met only 10 days prior. (KVUE.com)Whether you're looking to save on new toys, clothes, or electronics, Patch has found the best places in Austin to give you the best Black Friday deals this holiday season — even in a pandemic. (Austin Patch) From our sponsor: Hey Austin, want a smarter home for the holidays? Take our interactive tour to see the latest and best smart home products, hand-selected by Patch's editors. Austin Patch Notebook Austin PBS: "Sound on! Need a moment of Zen? Soothe yourself with the many animals of the Rocky Mountains." (Facebook) Austin Parks and Recreation Department - Families: "Preschool playtime $5 for a 5 visit pass. Join in on the fun during open preschool playtime!" (Facebook) Austin Chamber of Commerce: "There were about 92,000 available job postings during the October 2021 monthly reporting period, an increase of 1,500 postings compared to the previous month." (Facebook) Downtown Austin: "The Austin Proper recently traded hands. Find out more and plans for the future of this new hotel downtown." (Facebook) GlobalAustin: "This week in #InternationalAustin, you can listen to Middle Eastern music with Indimaj, attend the Hmart Social with the Austin Intercultural Network, or view tech-art at the dadageek Fall 2021 Exhibition." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Something More — Matchmaking Service (Visit website) LifeatitsBest — Exceptional Results. Unmatchable Selection. (Visit Website) Add your business here Events: Taxes In Retirement Webinar (November 22) Add your event Alrighty, you're all good for today! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update. If you're liking these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. Your friendly neighborhood journalist, Meagan Falcon Meagan covers local news for Patch in Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander and Pflugerville. About Meagan: I was born and raised in Corpus Christi and spent three years covering breaking news and things to do in South Texas before I moved to the Austin Metro. When I am not reporting the news, I am enjoying a good book, tending to my garden and spending time with my pup. I am a green thumb novice so if y'all have gardening tips, I would love some. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Austin Daily? Reach out anytime to [email protected]. Quote of the Day: "Start with what is right rather than what is acceptable." — Franz Kafka via BrainyQuote.com