Groundbreaking for African American Cultural Facility
The City of Austin is inviting people to celebrate Juneteenth at a groundbreaking ceremony this morning for the city鈥檚 African American Cultural and Heritage Facility. It鈥檚 going to be built on 912 East 11th Street and includes the restoration of the historic Dedrick-Hamilton House, which was home to the family of one of the first freed slaves in AG真人百家乐 County.
is a holiday marking June 19, 1865鈥攖he day the abolition of slavery was announced in Texas. The for the African American Cultural Facility starts at 9:30 this morning.
Election Day Saturday for City Runoff
The run-off election for Austin City Council Place 3 is tomorrow between incumbent Randi Shade and challenger Kathie Tovo. Polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Find AG真人百家乐 County polling place information . Find Williamson County voter information .
Austin Symphony Cancels 4th of July Show
The Austin Symphony has canceled its annual Independence Day Concert for the first time in 35 years. This comes after AG真人百家乐 County banned public fireworks displays because of the drought. The sale and use of personal fireworks is also banned in Central Texas right now.
Horns Face Gators in CWS
The team plays the Florida Gators in the College World Series tomorrow starting at 6 p.m. This is the 34th time the Horns have made it to the College World Series. The winner of Saturday's game will play North Carolina or Vanderbilt on Monday in Omaha.