Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
Governor Abbott, HHSC Submit Application For Rural Health Transformation Program
“Governor Greg Abbott today announced the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) submitted an application to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to strengthen rural health care throughout the state.”
FROM: Office of the Texas Governor
New nonprofit to hold first fundraising event supporting Round Rock firefighters
“The Round Rock Fire Foundation will hold its first fundraising event Nov. 8 to raise money for the health, wellness and resilience of fire fighters and their families.”
FROM: Community Impact
Kyle nonprofit to bring 'canine heroes' to area veterans
“Hats Off For Veterans, a Kyle-based nonprofit that empowers veterans through scholarships, professional development grants and mental health support, is partnering with Veterans Assistance Dogs of Texas, a nonprofit that trains and gifts rescue dogs to disabled Texas veterans.”
FROM: Community Impact
Communities in Schools supports student attendance, mental health in New Braunfels
“The local nonprofit is part of a national network that aims to connect families with resources and allow students to reach their full potential.”
FROM: New Braunfels Herald Zeitung
A LIGHT FOR EVERY STORY: Downtown vigil offers solace and strength in the fight against domestic violence
“The month of October is a time to recognize, honor and support domestic violence victims and survivors”
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
Texas Association of Community Health Plans Celebrates Community First Health Plans for Three Decades of Service
The Texas Association of Community Health Plans (TACHP), today praised Community First Health Plans, the only local non-profit health plan serving Bexar County and the surrounding seven counties, on 30 years of serving the community.
FROM: Yahoo
Charlie’s Place offers stability and hope for young San Antonians experiencing homelessness
“As San Antonio’s homeless response network continues to grow, SAMMinistries officials are turning their attention to what they say is one of the city’s most vulnerable and fastest growing groups — young adults navigating life without stable housing. “
FROM: San Antonio Report
Therapy Pet Pals of Texas offers pet visitations for the ill and elderly
“Therapy Pet Pals of Texas was founded in Austin in 1984 by Kathryn Lashmit, and has been offering pet visitations to the elderly and infirm in Texas ever since.”
FROM: Community Impact
Health Department releases Hays County Resource Guide
“The Hays County Health Department is excited to announce the release of the 2025 Hays County Resource Guide — an updated, comprehensive directory designed to help residents, community partners and organizations easily access vital support services and share information with others”
FROM: Hays County
HHSC Highlights Substance Use Prevention Resources for Red Ribbon Week
“The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is observing Red Ribbon Week Oct. 23–31 by highlighting resources that encourage youth to make safe, healthy choices and live drug-free.”
FROM: Texas Health & Human Services
City councilwoman wants to help inmates in Bexar County Jail with mental health issues
“Castillo says she wants to divert people with mental health needs away from jail, and toward treatment, recovery, and stability.”
FROM: KENS5
Austin's Community First! Village marks decade of transforming lives
“An Austin nonprofit helping people transition out of chronic homelessness just marked a major milestone.”
FROM: KVUE
County launches free mental health platform
“Residents seeking support for stress, anxiety or overall well-being have a new tool available through the Bastrop County Health Department.”
FROM: Elgin Courier
People’s Community Clinic expands women’s health services at new center in Central Austin
“People’s Community Clinic is aiming to serve more uninsured and underserved women through a new health care center in Central Austin.”
FROM: Community Impact
Williamson County seeks $1.4M in federal grants to help at-risk youth
“Williamson County will apply for over $1.4 million in federal grants to support the juvenile justice system and help prevent at-risk youth from entering the justice system.”
FROM: Community Impact
'Austin FIRST' mental health pilot program launches in downtown
“A first-of-its-kind pilot program is designed to reach people in crisis early, before situations escalate.”
FROM: FOX 7 Austin
VA to Open New $44.5M Clinic in Round Rock, Texas — What This Means for Access
“The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced plans to build a $44.5 million outpatient clinic in Round Rock.”
FROM: DisabledVeterans.org
YMCA details plans for redeveloped TownLake facility with condo towers, affordable housing
“President and CEO Kathy Kuras called the project a "once-in-a-generation opportunity" for the city.”
FROM: Community Impact
Fall Break, Well-Being Day among several new initiatives to support students
“This month, students at the university’s academic campus benefited from a Fall Break in the middle of the semester, offering time to relax and recharge after midterms.”
FROM: UT San Antonio News
Inaugural Summit Strengthens Mental Health and Justice Collaboration Across Texas
“Representatives from more than 120 Texas counties attended the event, called The Summit".”
FROM: TX Behavioral Health & Justice Technical Assistance Center