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❌ Don’t fall for this new scam in Austin
July 28, 2025 · — Ellen Rolfes
Happy Monday! It’s City Cast editor Ellen Rolfes, filling in for Kelsey for today. And for me, summer drips with nostalgia, so I’m going to go get wistful about the past at one of these historic hotspots.
What's CITY Talking About?
✈️ Let’s Train More Air Traffic Controllers
Austin, like the rest of the country, suffers a shortage of air traffic controllers, one common reason why your flight at AUS gets delayed. That’s why City Council wants to create a training academy with Austin Community College and the FAA to increase the local workforce. [KVUE]
🔨 The Oldest Public Housing Complex in the U.S. Gets a Refresh
The Housing Authority is moving forward with plans to redevelop Santa Rita Courts, an 85-year-old public housing complex in East Austin. To do so, 97 families that currently live there will soon have to move out. [Austin-American Statesman]
🎙️ Texas’ Special Session is Underway
State lawmakers have just 30 days to address 18 issues, from regulating THC products, to preventing disasters like the July 4th floods from happening again. Plus, they are voluntarily taking up redistricting to appease President Donald Trump. [City Cast Austin 🎧]
📞 FYI, Law Enforcement Doesn’t Ask for Money Over the Phone
Austin Police Department issued a warning to residents about scammers who are impersonating ADP officers and ICE agents, demanding money to settle fake fines or immigration issues. Check out their tips on how to keep your money and data safe. [CBS Austin]
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Where Is This?
Congratulations to Susanne H. for guessing last week’s “Where Is This?” photo correctly! This photo was taken near the Discount Tire at the Round Rock Crossing Shopping Center where purple martins have been roosting this year.
The Travis Audubon Society is hosting a few more “Purple Martin Parties” over the next couple weeks and you must, must, must get out there and see the bird magic!
Do you know where this photo was taken? Reply to this email with your best guess to be featured in next Monday’s newsletter!
What To Do
Monday, July 28
- 🏃 Community Run at Zilker Brewing Co. | Zilker
- 🤠 BRONCO: Queer LineDance Workshop at Sagebrush | South Austin
- 🐶 FREE spay/neuter clinic at Circuit of the Americas | Del Valle
- ❓ TPA Trivia Night at Barrel O'Fun - Inside Alamo Drafthouse Mueller | Mueller
- 📚 All Ages Storytime at Austin Public Library Central Library | Downtown Austin
Tuesday, July 29
- 🪩 Many Directions: A Boy Band Drag Tribute Night at Cheer Up Charlie’s | Downtown Austin
- 🎥 “Mars Attacks!” at Paramount Theatre | Downtown Austin
- 🎶 Wiz Khalifa at Germania Insurance Amphitheater | Del Valle
- 🖼️ Free Tuesday at the Blanton Museum of Art | UT Campus
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Throw me a bone! My mind goes 🤯 when I think about a vet bill, but at least this week, taking care of your beloved pets doesn’t mean spending hundreds of dollars. Check out Austin Animal Center’s (FREE!) spay/neuter clinic in Del Valle all week.
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