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🌱Wanted Woman Found+ Hurricane Updates+ Driver Wanted In Hit-And-Run
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Good morning, friends. It's me, Jessica Collins, your host of the Austin Daily — back in your inbox with a recap on what's happening in the community.
Grab your morning coffee while we deep dive into:
- Texas woman wanted in pro cyclist's death captured in Costa Rica.
- APD asking for help to locate vehicle connected with traffic death.
- Austin-area officials provide boating safety guidelines ahead of Fourth of July holiday.
- And much more ➡️
First, today's weather and allergy report:
☀️ High: 99 Low: 74. Sunny with a potential late afternoon t-storm.
🍃 Grass Pollen: Low. Ragweed: Low. Mold: Low.
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Here are the Top 4 stories today in Austin:
- A Texas woman wanted in the shooting death of a professional cyclist, that she was purportedly in a love triangle with, has been arrested in Costa Rica after being sought for seven weeks. Kaitlin Armstrong, 34, was taken into custody Wednesday at a hostel in the beachside town of Santa Teresa and will be deported and returned to the U.S. to face charges in Anna Moriah Wilson's death, the U.S. Marshals said Thursday. Read more on this story here at Fox 7 Austin.
- The Austin Police Department is looking for a vehicle and driver that may be connected to a recent fatal hit and run crash in South Austin. Police believe the vehicle involved was a 2017-2019 white Honda CR-V. The vehicle will be missing silver trim pieces around the front. The right passenger headlight will have damage, and the grille will be missing its trim in the center. Learn more on how you can report any information to the Highway Investigation Tip Line here at KXAN.
- Gov. Greg Abbott receives tropical weather briefings and reminds Texans to remain vigilant and take meaningful precautions this hurricane season. Abbott warns that some coastal and inland communities may experience power outages as a result of heavy rainfall and flash flooding this week. Keep track of the latest hurricane news by visiting the Texas Hurricane Center and read the full briefing here on the Office of the Governor's site.
- Austin-area officials provide boating safety guidelines ahead of Fourth of July weekend. The APD Lake Patrol Unit will be out enforcing the city ordinance prohibiting the use and operation of personal watercraft, wet bikes, motorized surfboards and other similar devices on Lake Austin this weekend. Be aware that this enforcement starts at sunset on Sunday and will end on Tuesday at sunrise. Learn more about this ordinance here at KVUE and have fun and stay safe on the water this weekend, friends!
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Today in Austin:
- Float Films at Austin Motel Presents: Wet Hot American Summer. (Pool opens 5 p.m.)
- "The Sound of Music" at ZACH Theatre. (Show 7:30 p.m.)
- Empire Presents: The Bearer w/ Mt. Grey, Burning Years, and Godshell at Empire Control Room. (Doors 8 p.m.)
- Parish Presents: "Sir Woman" (Album Release) at Parish. (Doors 8 p.m.)
- Poetry Jam — Open Mic & Showcase at the Historic Victory Grill. (Doors 8 p.m.)
- Heavy Sets Comedy Show at Vulcan Gas Company. (Doors 9:30 p.m.)
- Resound Presents: Father Sheed at My Oh My (Next to Parish). (Show 10 p.m.)
From my notebook:
- The Downtown Austin Alliance is on a roll keeping our city streets sparkling clean! "In May 2022 alone, Downtown Austin Alliance Ambassadors removed 1,087 graffiti tags. Thank you for keeping downtown beautiful!" (Downtown Austin via Facebook)
- Austin PBS has a treat for all music lovers. "Tonight at 10 p.m. on Austin City Limits: Enjoy an intimate hour with renowned singer/songwriter Rufus Wainwright. The American/Canadian performer and composer sings songs from his latest album 'Unfollow the Rules.' Tune in or stream it now!" (Austin PBS via Facebook)
- "Austin ISD Job Fair Thursday, June 30 at 9 a.m.-noon. Austin ISD Central Warehouse, 3701 Woodbury Drive, Austin, TX 78704 Learn about employment opportunities with the following AISD departments: food service, maintenance and transportation, etc.." (Austin ISD via Facebook)
- "Looking for fun ways to spend the Fourth of July? We have you covered the day of and all throughout the weekend. Peruse our Independence Day blog for a range of ideas to match how patriotic you are feeling." (Downtown Austin via Facebook)
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That's it for today. I'll be back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a fresh update!
— 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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