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Good morning and Happy Monday, everybody! I hope you all had fabulous weekends (and managed to stay cool). It's Jessica back in your inbox with the most important local news and community updates.
Settle in while we cover:
- The family of the man murdered at Barton Springs in August continues to press for answers.
- Austin FC beats Real Salt Lake during shootout in first round of playoffs
- Fire Department responded to a fire in Central Austin on Sunday morning.
- Formula 1 Week, pajama storytime for the kids, and the top events this week ➡️
But first, today's weather:
🌧️ Rain and a thunderstorm. High: 70 Low: 53.
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Here are the top stories today in Austin:
1) The family of the 27-year-old murdered at Barton Springs continues to press for answers. Camnik Campbell was found shot to death in the parking lot of Barton Springs Pool on August 25th. His body was discovered around 5 a.m. – riddled with bullets. Its been almost 3 months since Campbell's death and his family continues to grieve and search for answers.
Campbell's mother, Nikki Olton, told FOX 7 Austin: "I'm never able to hug my son again. And that was probably one of the hardest things on this side of eternity. I'll never be able to hear him laugh or see his smile and all the joy that he did bring…" Anyone with information is urged to contact Austin Police: 512-472-TIPS (8477 or 800-893-TIPS (8477). Head to FOX 7 Austin for the full story.
2) Austin FC knocks out Salt Lake in a shootout to complete its playoff comeback! What an exciting and stressful night out at the Q2 Stadium. Austin FC will now advance to the semifinals, where it will host the winner of the Oct. 17 match between FC Dallas and Minnesota United FC next Sunday. Head to KXAN for the full game recap.
3) Austin Fire Department responded to a fire near Hyde Park on Sunday morning. On Sunday around 10 a.m., firefighters responded to reports of a structure fire near W 39 1/2 Street and Rosedale Ave. CBS Austin reports "no injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is under investigation." Head to CBS Austin to learn more about this developing story.
4) Local organizations, community members, and restaurants continue to combat food insecurity in the area. Head to the Austin American-Statesman to learn how local nonprofits like Angel House Soup Kitchen and restaurants like P. Terry's are making sure our neighbors without dependable food access are ensured hot meals.
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Today in Austin:
- (Kid-Friendly) Pajama Storytime at Austin Public Library, Old Quarry Branch (6 p.m.)
- Off The Wall at the W Hotel Austin Record Room. (6 p.m.)
- The Black Keys with Band of Horses at Moody Center. (6 p.m.)
- Free Beginner Two-Step Lessons at Lustre Pearl South. (6:30 p.m.)
- Motown Mondays with The Matchmaker Band at The Far Out Lounge. (7 p.m.)
- Free Intermediate Two-Step Lessons at Sam's Town Point. (8:30 p.m.)
Top Events This Week:
- A Day to Remember with The Used and More at Moody Amphitheater (Tuesday, Oct. 18)
- Panic at The Paramount Presents: "The Faculty" with Introduction and Q&A with Director Robert Rodriguez at The Paramount Theatre. (Tuesday, Oct. 18)
- Emmylou Harris and The Red Dirt at The Paramount Theatre. (Wednesday, Oct. 19 - Thursday, Oct. 20)
- Rhett Miller at Stateside at the Paramount. (Thursday, Oct. 20)
- Laguna Gloria Nights at The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria. (Thursday, Oct. 20)
- Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix at Circuit of the Americas. (Friday, Oct. 21 - Sunday, Oct. 23)
- Parker McCollum with William Beckmann at Moody Center. (Friday, Oct. 21)
- AIA Austin Homes Tour 2022 at various locations. (Saturday, Oct. 22 - Sunday, Oct. 23)
- Post Malone with Roddy Rich at Moody Center. (Saturday, Oct. 22)
- Panic at The Paramount Presents: "The Strangers" With Introduction and Q&A with Director Bryan Bertino at The Paramount Theatre. (Saturday, Oct. 22)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday. I'll see you soon!
— Jessica Collins
About me: Jessica is happy to call Austin her home for the past 10+ years. She loves the outdoors, arts & cinema, dining, and all of the natural beauty that Central Texas has to offer.
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