🌱Akins H.S. Lockdown + Austin Water + Beto Coming To Austin

Austin TX

01 December, 2021

4:11 PM

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Rise and shine, Austin! Your host Meagan Falcon, here. We are near the end of the work week, which means it's time to start brainstorming about things to do for the weekend. But before we get to that, here's everything you need to know to get this Thursday started off right. First, today's weather: Very warm with high clouds. High: 79 Low: 61. Your weekly forecast: Dry weather is expected through at least Thursday with above normal temperatures. Highs will be in the 70s with even some 80s possible over the southwest portion of south-central Texas. Slight chances for rain for the upcoming weekend. Here are the top stories today in Austin: Three students at Akins High School were detained after police discovered two handgun magazines, one loaded with ammunition, on campus Wednesday morning. The school was placed on lockdown for several hours after reports of an armed person. (Austin Patch)A man found shot and killed on the Interstate 35 service road in east Austin on Thanksgiving has been identified. (Austin Patch) Two new requirements for Austin Water's Water Forward, a 100-year plan to ensure the city has water as it continues to grow and avoid any drought concerns, went into effect on Wednesday. Here's what you need to know. (KEYE TV CBS Austin)An Austin family that lost their young daughter to brain cancer is keeping her memory alive by giving back to other kids this holiday season — but they need your help. Here's what you can do. (KVUE.com) Democratic candidate Beto O' Rourke will make a stop in Austin to mark his gubernatorial campaign for Texas this weekend. (Austin Patch) Austin firefighters and police responded to a crash that caused a vehicle to catch on fire in west Austin Wednesday morning. (KEYE TV CBS Austin) Today's Austin Daily is brought to you in part by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Austin: "Starlit Austin" Celebrates the Holiday Season at Indeed Tower. (4 p.m.) Community Pizza Free Dinner. (6:30 p.m.) "A Christmas Story." (7:30 p.m.) Desert Oracle Radio at Paramount Theatre. (8 p.m.) Things to do this weekend: December has officially arrived to the Austin Metro, which means there will be several area events that will help everyone get into the holiday spirit. To help you, we've made a list. Here's a list of events for: Things To Do In Austin Metro Dec. 2-5 Your Patch Holiday Guide:From holiday shows to Christmas light displays, there will be plenty of things to do. Here's our list of events happening in the metro area for the holidays this season. Holidays 2021: Musicals, Shows, Movies In Austin MetroBest 2021 Holiday Light Displays To See In AustinHolidays 2021 Guide: Festivals, Light Displays In Austin Metro From my notebook: Literacy First: "Literacy First is grateful for your support, Maya! And for the work of our incredible fellow nonprofits." (Facebook) Foster Angels of Central Texas: "Celebrate the holiday season with some Yule Ball portraits and a fun way to support our mission with our friends at Diagon Alley Austin Halloween House." (Facebook) The Settlement Home for Children: "It's not too late to make a difference! Your gift can help make our residents' birthdays and holidays special with personalized gifts, treat a cottage to a special after school snack and support opportunities for our kids to participate in." (Facebook) The Library Foundation ATX: "Stories 2021 celebrates the impact of the Austin Public Library and the Library Foundation through a series of interviews with community members." (Facebook) Caritas of Austin: "Thank you to everyone who has given today on #GivingTuesday. There's still time to join in the generosity and have your donation doubled!" (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Something More — Matchmaking Service (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Strange, But Perfect by Carlo Lorenzo Garcia (December 2) Taxes In Retirement Webinar (December 6) Taxes In Retirement Seminar (December 6) Top Retirement Risks Webinar (December 7) Taxes In Retirement Seminar (December 8) Top Retirement Risks Webinar (December 8) Add your event You're all caught up for today! See you all tomorrow for your next 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 contact me at [email protected]. Quote of the Day: "Courage is found in unlikely places." — J. R. R. Tolkien via BrainyQuote.com