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📖 Bible stories in school

June 29, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw

🦒 Welcome to Monday! If you somehow were not glued to your phone waiting for updates about Gracie the giraffe, I come bearing great news. Gracie was found early on Friday about four miles from home.

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State Mandates Bible Stories in Public Schools

The State Board Of Education approved new mandatory reading lists for public schools that include stories from the Bible such as Adam and Eve and the Parable of the Prodigal Son. The lists will be used starting in 2030. [The Texas Tribune]

Saharan Dust Expected Today

A plume of Saharan dust is expected to move into the Austin area today and last through Tuesday. Expect hazy skies and a possible impact on air quality. [Fox 7 Austin]

Texas Road Trips To Try

Summer means it’s road trip season and I’m perusing this list of scenic drives in the state for a new one to try! I think I need to plan a beach road trip ASAP. [Texas Monthly]

What To Know About Fireworks

With the Fourth of July coming up, you may be wondering what the rules are on setting off fireworks at home. In Austin, fireworks are illegal to have within city limits. [KXAN]

Where Is This?

A red sculpture.
It’s always nice to see this when I’m near UT. (Kelsey Bradshaw/City Cast Austin)

Congratulations to Joanne P. for guessing last week’s “Where Is This?” correctly! This photo is of “Clock Knot” by Mark di Suvero. The sculpture is located outside of the School of Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin.

Can you guess where this week’s photo was taken?

A colorful mural.
Hint: This was taken where you drink 🍺 on the city’s ➡️ side. (Kelsey Bradshaw/City Cast Austin)

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