Muddy floodwaters throw Kingsland businesses into uncertainty
A tow boat circles branches surrounding a buoy on Lake LBJ. Nick Frambs stands behind the steering wheel approaching the docks of Boat Town in Kingsland.
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Muddy floodwaters throw Kingsland businesses into uncertainty
A tow boat circles branches surrounding a buoy on Lake LBJ. Nick Frambs stands behind the steering wheel approaching the docks of Boat Town in Kingsland.
Area to watch for tropical development in the Gulf
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Floodgate operations across the Highland Lakes
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President Trump authorizes federal relief assistance for Texas
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Border buoys dislodged and floating down Rio Grande toward Laredo, Texas
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US military says 2 troops are dead and 1 is missing after Iran attacks a base in Jordan
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Austin police enforce temporary waterways ban as hazardous flooding conditions persist
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East Austin pool closed until further notice due to lightning strike damage
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Lake Travis hits 100% capacity for the first time in seven years as Texas floods recede
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Austin airport begins transition to electronic flight strips
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United denies offering travelers free flight changes to avoid landing at Trump International Airport
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Pflugerville ISD seeking $2M in budget reductions
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City of Austin issues waterway ban after flooding
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One man dead in south Austin apartment shooting
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Texas launches Operation Slowdown with increased speed patrols starting July 18
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