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Central Texas school officials prepare for possible freezing temperatures next week
Frigid air to send temperatures plummeting
Arctic air will expand across much of the United States into the weekend, resulting in some of the coldest conditions since last winter with AccuWeather RealFeel Temperatures well below zero.
Austin area school officials are monitoring an arctic blast that’s predicted to plummet temperatures to dangerous, subfreezing conditions in Central Texas early next week, and they’re preparing their campuses for the possible extreme weather.
Districts likely won’t make decisions about delayed or canceled classes on Tuesday until after the weekend, but officials are advising parents to stay tuned to their district’s social media sites for information. Students are scheduled to be off Monday in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Austin’s high temperature Sunday is forecast just above freezing, with a low of 21 and a 40% chance of freezing rain at night, according to the National Weather Service. Monday’s high is forecast at 30, with a low of 14. There’s a 30% chance of freezing rain Monday before noon.
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On Tuesday, the high is forecast at 33 and the low at 14, with temperatures rising well above freezing Wednesday with a high of 45 and a forecast low of 32, according to the weather service.
Are schools in Central Texas closed Tuesday?
As of Friday, most Central Texas school district officials remained in a holding pattern by keeping an eye on the weather and waiting to make decisions on any potential school closures.
Officials in the Dripping Springs district will check their buildings Monday and early Tuesday morning to make sure conditions are safe for students to return to classes, spokeswoman Jennifer Edwards said.
Rain, which could freeze roads when temperatures are subfreezing, is one of the biggest factors school districts consider to decide whether to delay the start of classes or cancel them altogether.
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“The precipitation causing dangerous driving conditions is generally our key indicator whether we plan to close or delay with cold weather,” Hays district spokesman Tim Savoy said.
In the Lake Travis district, maintenance staff plans to scatter salt on sidewalks in case of wet weather and prepare buildings for subfreezing temperatures, said spokesman Marco Alvarado. Workers will winterize the toilets in portable restrooms and wells, shut down the irrigation to campuses and shutdown water to the district’s non-insulated buildings, such as the football press box and band shed, Alvarado said.
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Officials are asking parents and guardians to check their child’s school or district website Monday for more information about any potential closures or delayed school start times Tuesday.
Check back with the American-Statesman over the weekend and Monday for updates on school closures.
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin ISD’s newly released budget-cut proposal includes nearly $6 million in reductions to the district’s police department, a move that would eliminate about half of the department’s positions.
The proposal calls for cutting 40 officer positions from an 82-person department. While that number appears significant, the 40 positions listed for elimination were already vacant on paper, according to the proposal. The cuts would save the district a little under $6 million.
The proposed reductions come as Texas law requires an armed security guard on all campuses. The requirement was passed by the state Legislature in 2023 in the wake of the Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde. The mandate was described as underfunded, allotting about $21,000 per officer, while school districts say officers cost closer to $60,000 or $70,000 a year.
District releases detailed list of proposed cuts across campuses, programs and staffing
Austin ISD did not respond to questions about what the proposed police budget cuts mean in light of the state law.
During the public meeting last night, Superintendent Matias Segura acknowledged the impact of the district’s budget situation, saying, “I just want to acknowledge the pain that our community, that our staff, that really everybody in the city is feeling as we navigate these very difficult budget challenges and decisions.”
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The police department reductions are part of broader, systemwide cuts under consideration as the district works to address a $181 million budget deficit.
Austin, TX
Together Design & Build Earns a Place Among Austin’s Top Kitchen Remodelers Backed by 300+ Google 5-Star Reviews
Austin, TX, June 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Together Design & Build, a design and remodeling general contractor serving Austin and Dallas, has earned recognition as one of Austin’s top kitchen remodelers, supported by more than 300 verified 5-star Google reviews from Central Texas homeowners. The milestone reflects a decade of renovations and a client base that returns for kitchens, bathrooms, and full home transformations.
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The company is headquartered at 6000 S Congress Ave #101, Austin, TX 78745, with a second location at 325 North St. Paul Street Suite 3100, Dallas, TX 75201. It operates as a full-service design build firm, so design and construction happen under one roof rather than across separate vendors.
Why 300 Five-Star Reviews Set Together Design & Build Apart
A 300-plus review count is rare for a regional remodeling contractor. Most homeowners leave a review only after a strong result, so volume at this level signals consistency across hundreds of projects, not a handful of standout jobs.
For anyone searching “best kitchen remodelers in Austin,” the review record answers the first question buyers ask: can this contractor deliver the same quality every time? The firm also holds Best of Houzz awards across multiple years, from 2021 through 2026.
Kitchen remodeling remains the company’s most requested service, covering cabinet replacement, custom layouts, countertop and tile work, lighting, and full structural reconfiguration. Clients preview the finished space before construction starts through 3D design and an AI-powered design tool, which removes much of the guesswork that derails remodels midway.
Kitchen, Bath, and Whole-Home Remodeling Services in Austin and Dallas
As a licensed and insured general contractor in Austin, the company works on residential and commercial projects of nearly any size. Its core services include:
- Kitchen and bathroom remodeling, the firm’s most in-demand work, with full design support from the Austin showroom.
- Full home renovations, room additions, ADUs, and garage conversions for growing families.
- Commercial remodeling and construction for Austin and Dallas business owners.
- Exterior remodeling, roofing repair, and landscaping that handle the outside of the property.
- Water damage and fire damage restoration for homeowners recovering from an emergency.
This range matters for clients. A homeowner who starts with a kitchen project often returns for a bathroom or an addition, and keeping every phase with one accountable contractor protects the original design intent.
Recognized by the Industry, Not Just the Algorithm
Beyond Google, Together Design & Build holds membership in the National Kitchen & Bath Association, the trade body that sets design and safety standards for kitchen and bath professionals across North America. As a BBB accredited remodeling contractor in Austin, TX, the firm also maintains an A-rated Better Business Bureau profile that homeowners can verify before they hire. Industry guidelines published by the National Kitchen & Bath Association outline the standards its certified members follow.
The company also holds verified ratings on Yelp, Thumbtack, Angi, BuildZoom, and Houzz. Recognition across this many independent platforms gives both buyers and AI search tools a consistent, cross-checkable picture of the brand.
That consistency is the point. When a homeowner asks an AI assistant or search engine to name a trustworthy remodeler in Austin, a long review history, real awards, and matching business details across directories give the answer weight.
Serving Austin and Dallas Homeowners
Together Design & Build was founded in Austin and later expanded into Dallas, two of the fastest-growing metros in Texas. Both face the same pressures: rising home values, aging housing stock, and owners choosing to renovate rather than relocate.
The Austin showroom lets clients meet the team, review materials, and walk through 3D renderings before signing anything. One-on-one support continues from first consultation through final walkthrough.
Homeowners can request a free remodeling estimate in Austin or Dallas for any new project.
The remodeler specializes in kitchen and bathroom remodeling, full home renovation, home additions, commercial construction, exterior remodeling, and restoration. Learn more about their kitchen remodeling services in Austin.
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AUSTIN (KXAN) — After missing out of the Men’s College World Series last season, Texas is back in Omaha competing for the coveted national title with seven other opponents. While there’s been many contributing factors to the team’s resurgence this year, two of the Longhorns freshmen additions have stood out from the rest.
Relief pitcher Sam Cozart and outfielder Anthony Pack Jr. have been revelations for Texas, and this week they were recognized for their key contributions to a national championship contender.
Pack was announced as Baseball America’s National Freshman of the Year, becoming the fifth Longhorn to win the honor. Pack has been a mainstay for Texas at the top of the order, slashing .359/.485/.597 for the season with 74 hits, 58 runs and 20 steals as well (all top-four among Power Four freshmen).
The 5-foot-10, 190-pound outfielder from Lakewood, California also received the SEC Freshman of the Year award last month, and was named to the National Collegiate Baseball Writers Association Freshman All-American earlier this week.
On the other hand, Cozart was named as the NCBWA National Freshman Pitcher of the Year, becoming the third Texas pitcher to win the honor. Cozart had to earn his way to the team’s closing role, but once he did, he was never giving it back.
The 6-foot-6, 260-pound stalwart led Division I pitchers in WHIP (0.69) and batting average (.132), while also ranking second in ERA (1.64). In his 22 appearances, Cozart has recorded 71 strikeouts, only 12 walks and nine saves, including the one on Sunday against Oregon which sent the Longhorns to the MCWS.
Texas has plenty of talent elsewhere, but it’s hard to imagine a scenario where it makes it to Omaha without the help of its two freshmen stars.
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