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Austin’s $1M city funds scam: What went wrong?

Nearly $1 million in Austin taxpayer money was funneled to fake vendors over six years—all thanks to a city employee’s unchecked access and some serious lapses in oversight. The scheme only unraveled when sharp-eyed managers finally flagged suspicious invoices. Even more shocking, some supervisors signed off on these payments without catching the red flags. Now, the case is in the hands of police, and the fallout has folks asking: How can we make sure city funds are truly protected? What changes would you want to see in how Austin handles public money? #Business #Austin #CityFunds

Austin dashcam reveals shocking parking lot littering

A dashcam in Austin caught a driver casually tossing a full bottle of liquid out their window—right in a parking lot surrounded by trash cans. It’s wild how some folks still choose to litter when it’s so easy to do the right thing. Beyond being an eyesore, this kind of behavior can attract pests and harm local wildlife. Many in the community are fed up, calling it a sign of disrespect for our shared spaces. What do you think it’ll take for people to finally stop treating public areas like personal dumpsters? #Transportation #Austin #Littering

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Austin’s camp sweeps: More lost than sheltered

Austin’s recent push to clear homeless camps ahead of cold weather meant 181 people found shelter—but over a thousand more were left scattered, many losing the few belongings that kept them safe. Some residents shared heartbreaking stories of losing not just tents and clothes, but irreplaceable keepsakes and documents. While the city says it offered shelter to everyone, many say they never got the chance. It’s clear Austin wants to help, but the way these sweeps happen matters. How can we make sure compassion and dignity lead the way, so no one is left out in the cold? #Safety #Austin #Homelessness

Austin’s free fridges make Thanksgiving giving easy

Overflowing with Thanksgiving leftovers? Austin’s ATX Free Fridges are open 24/7 for anyone to drop off extra meals—no sign-up, no hassle. Volunteers keep these five community fridges running, and all you have to do is portion, label, and share your food. Especially during the holidays, a warm meal can mean the world to someone. It’s a simple way to help neighbors who might be struggling this season. Have you ever donated or picked up from a free fridge? What other small acts make a big difference in our community? #Safety #Austin #Thanksgiving

Michelle Randolph & Glen Powell spark Austin buzz

Austin’s dance floors are heating up with Michelle Randolph and Glen Powell stealing the spotlight at the iconic Broken Spoke. Locals caught the Landman and Chad Powers stars two-stepping and looking more than just friendly—fueling romance rumors all over town. The chemistry isn’t just on the dance floor; Powell even brought Randolph as his date to a recent premiere. While their reps are staying quiet, fans can’t help but root for this new duo. What do you think—just friends, or is Austin witnessing the start of a new celeb couple? #Entertainment #Celebrity #Austin

Austin’s stem cell hero: A brother’s gift

A life was saved in Austin thanks to a brother’s quick action and the power of stem cell donation. Jessica Beck’s journey from mysterious back pain to a shocking leukemia diagnosis shows how crucial it is to listen to your body—and how lifesaving a donor can be. Her brother Jeffrey stepped up as her match, and the donation process was much easier than most people think. Now, Jessica’s sharing her story to encourage others to join the bone marrow registry. If more people knew how simple it is, imagine how many lives could change. Would you consider becoming a donor? #Health #BodyHealth #Austin