Chat with Successful Business Owners

Monica Pena, EGBI Want to discover the secrets behind thriving businesses? Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn directly from successful entrepreneurs. At this in-person event, you’ll hear firsthand about their experiences, advice, and strategies that led them to success. REGISTER HERE: https://egbi.org/chat/ Date: Tuesday, July 16th from 6-8pm Location: City of Austin Economic Development Department, 5202 East Ben White Boulevard #Suite 300, Austin, TX … Continue reading Chat with Successful Business Owners

Celebrating a Decade of Service: Mission Accomplished 10th Anniversary Carnival

Damita Miller-Shanklin Mission Accomplished, an organization dedicated to providing laundry services for those experiencing homelessness, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a family-friendly indoor carnival on July 13th. This milestone event will take place from 1 PM to 4 PM, offering fun, food, and games for all ages while highlighting the incredible journey and impact of the organization over the past decade. A Decade of … Continue reading Celebrating a Decade of Service: Mission Accomplished 10th Anniversary Carnival

Feature Story:Finding Community and Connection at Sans Bar: A Safe Haven in Austin

Damita Miller-Shanklin Austin Texas is a city of vibrant culture and rapid change. This transformation has been both fascinating and eye opening. Chris Marshall moved to Austin 17 years ago and has watched the landscape change including areas that are almost unrecognizable. Marshall is the Owner of the Sans Bar. Marshall has found a way to contribute positively to the community through the creation of … Continue reading Feature Story:Finding Community and Connection at Sans Bar: A Safe Haven in Austin

Have You Taken Advantage of the Austin Water Rebates?

Damita Miller-Shanklin If you haven’t taken advantage of the Austin Water Rebates, what are you waiting for? Taking advantage of these rebates helps you to be Water Wise! There are three (3) types of Residential Rebates that you may be interested in. They are as follows: LANDSCAPE REBATES: WaterWise Landscapes– Up to $3,000 to convert turf grass to native bed Landscape Survival Tools– Combine mulch … Continue reading Have You Taken Advantage of the Austin Water Rebates?

Finding Her Way: Life Takes Time

Aubrie Edmond, Contributor When I was about fourteen or fifteen years old, I was prescribed birth control for the first time. I had been struggling with hormonal acne for years, and my doctor thought it would be the best solution. I knew nothing about birth control besides the fact that most of the women and girls that I knew were on it or had been … Continue reading Finding Her Way: Life Takes Time