🎙️ How funding cuts are impacting KUT

🌱 Condos To Replace East Austin Succulents, Shop Says

East Austin Succulents will open at a new spot in South Austin on Sept. 1, after its location on Tillery Street was sold to make way for condos, the business announced on Instagram. [East Austin Succulents]

🚫 Abbott Picks a Side in THC Fight

Gov. Greg Abbott told reporters this week that he wants lawmakers this special session to outlaw intoxicating THC products and put more regulations on the hemp industry to protect children. [Community Impact]

🛍️ Armadillo Christmas Bazaar Announces 2025 Dates

Armadillo Christmas Bazaar, one of the best holiday shopping events in Austin, will run Dec. 13-21 at the Palmer Events Center. This year is the market’s 50th! [CultureMap Austin]

📰 One Still Missing in Travis County After Floods

One person remains missing in Travis County after Fourth of July weekend flooding and the remains of 10 people have been recovered, the Travis County Sheriff's Office said. [Austin American-Statesman]

• FEMA will stay set up at Round Mountain Baptist Church in Leander to help residents with disaster relief fund applications through Friday. [KXAN]

Are y’all ready for a new Thursday segment? Each week, our City Cast Austin members get to shout out their favorite local people, places, and things.

• 📣 Jessica L. wants to shout out Dog Day Coffee in Brentwood for their nitro coffees! The shop is veteran-run and Jessica says, “What’s not to love?”
• 📣 Sherri C. is a fan of Art Spark Texas, which supports the creative growth of people with disabilities.
• 📣 Robin M. is congratulating Mandola's Italian Market for helping OutYouth raise $1,213.54 during June with the sale of their Pride cookies!

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