🌱AISD Teacher Shortage +TX Judge Ruling On Ivermectin +ATX Fires

Austin TX

19 November, 2021

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Happy Saturday, neighbors! Your host Meagan Falcon, here. We are in for a beautiful weekend. So before you head out and enjoy the good vibes, here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town. First, today's weather: Times of clouds and sun. High: 78 Low: 61. Weekend forecast: Warm and humid conditions will return for Saturday into Sunday morning. Another cold front arrives during the day Sunday bringing more cool weather through early Tuesday. 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. Here are the top stories today in Austin: A Fort Worth judge ruled Thursday that Texas hospitals can't be forced to treat a COVID-19 patient in its care with ivermectin. (Austin Patch) Austin ISD is addressing a shortage of teachers in the district. During a board of trustees meeting on Nov. 18, the board said there are more job openings this year compared to last year. (KVUE.com) Austin just got a perfect score in an annual review of LGBTQ+ policies — for the 9th year in a row. The Human Rights Campaign's annual review of LGBTQ+ policies rated cities across the country. (AustinTexas.gov) Austin firefighters responded to two structure fires in central and west Austin Thursday night related to people trying to stay warm as a cold front pushed through the area overnight. (Austin Patch) What you should know before flying out of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport for Thanksgiving. (Austin American-Statesman) Back in August, two Austin police officers died from COVID-19. Their funerals were held within one week of each other. Now, people in the department are trying to make sure the chance of this happening again is low. (KVUE.com) Things to do this weekend: There are plenty of events happening in Austin this weekend, including holiday-themed events that will get you into the Christmas spirit early. Things To Do In Austin Metro Nov. 19-21. Speaking of the holidays, we are celebrating early too by sharing the Austin Metro's best Holiday Light Displays for 2021. Check out our guide. Austin Patch Notebook The Neighborhood Longhorns Program: "We had so much fun at the First Annual Turkey Trot at Harris Elementary! Special thanks to Texas Iron Spikes for helping out with the activities and teaching the kids some spikeball skills." (Facebook) Downtown Austin: "We love seeing the Ann Richards banner project expanding to even more cities. The Downtown Austin Alliance Foundation did an excellent job with this project." (Facebook) The Library Foundation ATX: "Check out Austin's first Youth Poet Laureate, Ireland Griffin, reading an original poem and discussing the importance of youth voices in poetry on KUT Austin today! Listen to or read the interview here." (Facebook) Caritas of Austin: "On move-in day, Amanda sat on her living room floor with tears of joy in her eyes as she fed her baby boy. 'This is our new home! This is a place for just you and me.'" (Facebook) Texas Student Media: "Have you taken your Cactus Yearbook photo yet? It's free and open to all fall 2021, spring and summer 2022 graduates, including graduate-level degrees. Follow link to sign up." (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) Celebrate Thanksgiving With 15 Percent Off Floral Centerpieces (November 26) Add your event Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Saturday. See you all tomorrow for another update! If you're loving these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to follow 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? You can email me at [email protected]. Quote of the Day: "Laughter is the sun that drives winter from the human face." Victor Hugo via BrainyQuote.com