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🌱 Death Of Beloved ATX Radio Host + US 183 Flyover Closed

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Hello, everyone! I'm back in your inbox this warm morning with the most important things happening in and around Austin.

Grab your morning coffee while we dive into:

  • Longtime Austin radio host John Aielli has died.
  • Land sale in South Austin displaces residences at Congress Mobile Home Park.
  • Reminder: the I-35 to US 183 northbound flyover is officially closed for one week.
  • And much more ➡️

First, today's weather and allergy report:

☀️ High: 101 Low: 77. Partly sunny and hot. Stay hydrated and stay cool, my friends!
🍃 Grass Pollen: low. Ragweed: low. Mold: moderate. Dust & Dander: extremely high.

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Here are the top stories in Austin today:

1) Longtime Austin radio host John Aielli has died. The beloved voice of Austin mornings on KUT and KUTX has died at the age of 76. News outlets report that Aielli suffered several health setbacks in recent years that caused him to step back from his regular on-air duties. Learn more about John Aielli's illustrious career and legacy here at KUT.

2) Land sale in South Austin displaces residences at Congress Mobile Home Park. A multibillion-dollar real estate company purchased the land the mobile park sits on, and residents were given 60 days to move their belongings. KVUE reports that many of the 70 residents at Congress Mobile Home and RV Park, between Stassney Lane and William Cannon Drive, have lived there for decades. KVUE has the full story here.

3) Reminder: the I-35 to US 183 northbound flyover is officially closed for one week. Before you start your daily commute, we advise you to seek an alternate route. The flyover will reopen on Monday, Aug. 8. Learn more here at FOX 7 Austin.

4) Texas lawmaker vows to assist renters without air conditioning. Texas State Rep. Sheryl Cole calls it a state of emergency: renters going without A/C in the record-breaking heat. Cole said she plans to file legislation calling for penalties at the start of the next legislative session which begins in January 2023. It's all with the aim of protecting Texas renters with no air conditioning. KXAN has more on this story here.

Today in Austin:

  • Virtual Chair Yoga hosted by Stronger Austin. (8:30 a.m.)
  • Blood Drive at We Are Blood. All blood donors get a free pint of Blue Bell Ice Cream! (9 a.m.)
  • Virtual Zumba hosted by Stronger Austin. (5 p.m.)
  • Virtual MixxedFit hosted by Stronger Austin. (6 p.m.)
  • The Head And The Heart at ACL Live at The Moody Theater. (Doors at 6:30 p.m.)
  • Blue Monday With Soul Man Sam Plus Lindsay Beaver & Brad Stivers at Antone's. (Doors at 7 p.m.)
  • Virtual Full Body Workout hosted by Stronger Austin. (7 p.m.)

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    Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Monday! I'll see you again tomorrow.

    — 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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