Community Corner
🌱 City Council Approves TRC + Indie Chefs' Dinners + TechCrunch
The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in Austin.
Happy Friday, people of Austin! Let's get you all caught up on what's happening locally to start today off on an informed note.
First, today's weather:
Sunny; warmer in the p.m. High: 87 Low: 54.
Here are the top stories today in Austin:
- On Thursday, March 23, the "Austin City Council approved a resolution... directing the City Manager to provide recommendations and present options on Texas' first Trauma Recovery Center (TRC)," which "will provide free healing and recovery services to crime victims and their families." According to The Alliance for Safety and Justice, "crime victims see the passage of this resolution as a major step in the effort to implement proven public safety solutions that tackle the root causes of crime and prevent future victimization." Terra Tucker, Texas state director of the Alliance for Safety and Justice, said, "After experiencing violence, a person's physical wounds are the most visible signs of their trauma, but beyond them a victim often must handle the severe mental and financial toll of violent crime. That's where our Trauma Recovery Center will come in." For more details visit: (FOX 7 Austin)
- From now until Sunday, March 27, The Indie Chefs Community is holding a "10-day traveling series of collaborative dinners... that will feature dozens of Austin and visiting chefs." The events are "intended to bring established and rising talent together to not only provide elaborate dinners for guests but also promote equity and shared values and foster a sense of community among the chefs." For details and ticket information, please visit: (austin360)
- On Wednesday, April 6, "TechCrunch Live "is recording a special episode focused on Austin startups and investors. The virtual event is free, by you must register here to receive your invite and participate. During the episode, "Keith Melnick, CEO of The Zebra, will speak through its move to Austin, where it raised local capital and eventually earned unicorn status." Also, Morgan Flager, "a longtime Austin-based investor who has played a major part in building Austin's surging tech scene," will "lead The Zerba's first round and Series C." For more details visit: (TechCrunch)
From our sponsor:
Today's newsletter is brought to you in part by Ring, a Patch Brand Partner. We all know that Ring is the leader in video doorbells for home security. But did you know that Ring now makes a home security system that is getting raves from consumer electronic experts?
To learn more about Ring Alarm Pro, the system CNET called "the future of home security," or to build your own custom system, visit Ring here.
Today in Austin:
- The Boozy Cauldron at the Parish. Purchase your tickets at https://feverup.com/m/108691. For more information visit https://www.eventvesta.com/events/14279/t/tickets. (6 a.m.)
- Disney's Encanto Community Cinema and Amphitheater Event at Community First! (9 a.m.)
- Pet Adoption Event with Pauly Presley Realty. (2 p.m.)
- Roald Dahl's "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at Bass Concert Hall. (8 p.m.)
- Lespecial with Mike Dillon's Punkadelick and Lunar Eclectic at Empire Control Room and Garage. More information at https://www.eventvesta.com/events/12980/t/tickets. (8 p.m.)
- R & B Night 3.25 at Historic Victory Grill. More information at https://www.eventvesta.com/events/13560/t/tickets. (10 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- Austin PBS: "On Friday, March 25, join 'Frontline' on Austin PBS for a virtual Zoom discussion about Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives Nancy Pelosi one of the most powerful and polarizing women in American politics. For details and to RSVP visit Webinar Registration - Zoom." (Facebook)
- Nextdoor Neighbor, Wooten: "Lost dog in the Wooten neighborhood. The animal's name is Klaus, and he is black and white and is wearing an orange collar. If you see him, please call 210-473-1862." (Nextdoor)
More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!
Featured businesses:
- Something More — (Visit website)
- Add your business here
Loving the Austin Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved:
- Send a friend or neighbor this link so they can subscribe
- Get your local business listed in front of readers
- Send me a news tip or suggestion at DowntownAustin@patch.com
That's it for today. I'll see you soon!
— Gabriela Couvillion
About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!
