🌱 Cobalt Magnet 22 Exercise In Austin + Shakespeare In Zilker Returns

Austin TX

12 May, 2022

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Rise and shine, Austin! Here's everything you need to know to get this Friday started off right. Here's everything you need to know today in Austin. First, today's weather: Areas of fog, then sun. High: 97 Low: 70. Here are the top stories in Austin today: Brett Matens was recently selected the new chief executive officer (CEO) of Heart Hospital of Austin, located at 3801 N. Lamar Blvd. He replaces "David Laird, who recently retired after 16 years as the hospital's CEO." David Huffstutler, president and CEO of St. David HealthCare said, "Brett's experience growing hospital operations in both Denver and Austin, combined with his knowledge of our market and our health care system, make him the ideal person to build on Heart Hospital of Austin's legacy as one of the highest performing cardiovascular facilities in the nation." The Heart Hospital of Austin "is part of St. David's HealthCare" and is "one of the highest performing cardiovascular facilities in the nation, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease." (Heart Hospital of Austin) A "radiological incident" exercise called "Cobalt Magnet 22" will be held all of next week in Austin. As part of the exercise "led by the Department of Energy's (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)," local "government agencies will join together to practice their response systems to nuclear attacks." At that time, Austin residents may see "field teams in protective clothing using radiological monitoring and detection equipment, low-flying aircraft conducting data-gathering overflights, and groups of first responders and others staged at various locations." (The Hill) The University Interscholastic League (UIL) State Track and Field meet took place at Austin's Mike Myers Stadium on Thursday, May 12. During the event, various Austin-area athletes from different high schools participated in the sports events. For photos and details of the athletes, please visit: (Subscription: Austin American-Statesman) This fall, the Wildflower Center in the Arboretum, located at 4801 La Crosse Ave., will shine bright with thousands of lights! "The Field of Light Austin installation" which opens on Friday, Sept. 9, "will celebrate the natural topography of Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center." The exhibition by Bruce Munro "will span over 16 acres and displays 28,000 stemmed spheres that are solar powered" and "will use and blend in with the natural topography of the Wildflower Center to showcase the intersection of art, nature and technology." For tickets and further information, visit fieldoflightaustin.com and read: (Spectrum News1) Free Shakespeare in Zilker Park, hosted by Austin Shakespeare, is back "at the Beverly S. Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater located at 2206 William Barton Drive." The first "production made possible in collaboration with the City of Austin's Park and Recreation Department" is a romantic comedy titled "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Performances will start at 8 p.m. from Thursday through Sunday, and ending on Sunday, May 29. Ann Ciccolella, Austin Shakespeare artistic director, said, "We are thrilled to bring Austin-tatious creativity to what has been hailed as Shakespeare's 'perfect comedy' with professional Austin actors playing lovers, fairies and comics, featuring a pop music mix by L.B. Bartholomee." (FOX 7 Austin) From our sponsor: Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. Whether you're working from home or streaming your favorite movies, the new Ring Alarm Pro gives you an internet connection you can count on — while simultaneously keeping your home safe and secure. To learn more about the innovative security system, or to build your own custom system, you can visit Ring here. Today in Austin: Classical Studies Academy Senior Salute 2022 at Austin Classical Academy. (8 a.m.) Blue Genie Art Bazaar's May Market Returns this Spring at Blue Genie Art Bazaar. (10 a.m.) Austin Sol Home Opener vs Dallas Legion at Westlake High School. (7 p.m.) Viben and the Submersibles with The Iceman Special at Parish | Austin. (8 p.m.) R&B Night at Down South CaJJun Eats. (10 p.m.) From my notebook: "A neighbor in McKinney Heights is looking for someone to mow their front and back yards. For details contact the neighbor via the Nextdoor site."" (Nextdoor) "A neighbor in Buckingham Estates has a large amount of food items to donate and would like to donate them to a food pantry. Please contact the neighbor through the Nextdoor site with recommendations on the closest food pantry." (Nextdoor) "A neighbor in Barrington Oaks has a friend that has free kittens available. They are 3 months old but don't have shots yet. Three of them are calico kittens and one is a tabby. If interested, please call 512-496-9300." (Nextdoor) "A neighbor in Hills of Texas is looking for a trusted, dependable, mobile dog groomer that serves the southwest Austin/Dripping Springs area. The dog is a 17-lb. poodle mix and is very high strung. The neighbor would also like to accompany the pet during the grooming. Please contact the neighbor on Nextdoor with information." (Nextdoor) "A neighbor in the Galindo area is looking for moving boxes and will gladly pick them up. If you have any, please contact the neighbor on the Nextdoor site." (Nextdoor) "A neighbor in Crested Butte Hillside has a friend who is looking for forever loving homes for six American bully puppies. For questions, please text or call Isabel at 512-563-6556 or 512-563-6558." (Nextdoor) More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Something More — (Visit website) Add your business here Events: Second Saturday Divorce Workshop — What Everyone Needs to Know About Divorce (May 14) Zoom meeting about deck repair in Austin, Texas (May 19) Add your event Thanks for following along and staying informed! See you all tomorrow for another update. — Gabriela Couvillion About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers! Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Austin Daily? Contact me at [email protected]