Michael Petty+FollowCentral Texas schools shut down for icy roadsFreezing temps have turned Central Texas roads into ice rinks, forcing dozens of schools and universities—including UT Austin, Texas State, and most area ISDs—to close or go remote on Monday. This means no classes, events, or even buses for thousands of students and staff. For families, it’s a sudden shift to at-home routines and scrambling for childcare. With more updates expected Monday afternoon, everyone’s left wondering: How will this winter weather shake up the rest of the week? Share how these closures are affecting your plans or community! #Education #CentralTexas #SchoolClosures00Share
Stacy Fisher+FollowFlu surge shuts down Bartlett ISD schoolsFlu cases are hitting Central Texas so hard that Bartlett ISD is closing all schools for two days to protect students and staff. With Texas now ranked as having 'very high' flu activity, local health officials say kids ages 5-11 are being hit the hardest. The district is using this break to deep clean campuses and give everyone a chance to recover. It’s a big move that shows just how serious this flu season is getting. Have you or your family noticed more people getting sick lately? How are you handling the surge? #Health #BodyHealth #CentralTexas00Share
Shelly Powell+FollowAustin buyers get more choices as housing coolsHome shoppers around Austin are finally seeing more options and less competition. November brought a 16% drop in home sales across Central Texas, but inventory has climbed to its highest level in over a year—meaning buyers can take their time and negotiate. Prices are holding steady, and pending sales are actually ticking up, hinting that interest is returning. It’s a big shift from the frantic market of the past few years. Are you seeing more for-sale signs in your neighborhood? How do you feel about this slower, more balanced market? Let’s talk about what this means for buyers and sellers alike. #RealEstate #AustinHousing #CentralTexas00Share
