Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
Texas Senate passes bill to create 24/7 crisis service centers addressing homeless mental health
“SB 2487 would allow local governments to create 24/7 crisis centers that would be dedicated to mental health assessment, crisis stabilization and detox services.”
FROM: KVUE
New wearable tech aims to transform PTSD care for veterans and first responders
“The First Watch Device, a PTSD management system, will debut at Project Hero’s 2025 Texas Challenge, a multi-day therapeutic bicycle ride from San Antonio to the Arlington/Fort Worth area.”
FROM: NEWS4SA
De-stress Fest delivers calm before finals storm
“With final exams looming, students took a much-needed break from their rigorous studies to enjoy De-stress Fest, a biannual event hosted by Student Life”.”
FROM: UT Health Newsroom
Kyle Police Department Welcomes New Mental Health Professionals
“This Mental Health Awareness Month, the Kyle Police Department is excited to welcome two new mental health professionals to its team.”
FROM: City of Kyle
HHSC Recognizes May as Mental Health Awareness Month
“The Texas Health and Human Services Commission is recognizing May as Mental Health Awareness Month by hosting a series of informative webinars and promoting resources available to Texans.”
FROM: Texas Health & Human Services
San Antonio family shares mental health journey to advocate for more resources at State Capitol
“Thursday is NAMI Day in Austin”
FROM: KSAT
Simple Promise Farms Hosts ‘Simple Promise Prom Redux’, Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
“Simple Promise Farms in Elgin, TX, is more than just a working farm; it’s a beacon of hope for individuals recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.”
FROM: KXAN
Round Rock FD introduces therapy dog Ivy for firefighter mental health, wellness
“The Round Rock Fire Department welcomed a new member, Ivy, a six-month-old therapy dog, to help support firefighters’ mental health and wellness.”
FROM: KXAN
Vered at San Gabriel Wellness & Recovery Center now open in Georgetown
“Vered at San Gabriel Wellness & Recovery Center is now open, Director of Business Development Rich Jones said in an email.”
FROM: Community Impact
‘Substantial decline’ in fentanyl-related deaths across Travis County
“Travis County officials highlighted a 36% reduction in deaths involving fentanyl and a 22% decrease in total opioid-related deaths.”
FROM: Community Impact
Thrive Fest brings fun and support to Austin families navigating mental health needs
Thrive Fest on Saturday, April 26 invited youth and families from around Austin to join a day filled with fun, learning, and community support.
FROM: CBS
Nearly 650 measles cases reported in Texas. Track the spread here.
“The number of cases reported in Texas' historic measles outbreak has risen to 646 cases in 26 counties, as of April 25.”
FROM: The Texas Tribune
Pinwheel display gives glimpse of impact made by Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County during last 20 years
“Four hundred pinwheels displayed on a hill on the corner of Peace Avenue and Common Street represent the approximate 8,000 children that the Children’s Advocacy Center of Comal County has served over the last 20 years. “
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung
San Antonio clinic launches anxiety management program to address rising concerns
“A local non-profit counseling center is launching a new service aimed at addressing the growing issue of anxiety, which is now being recorded as frequently as depression.”
FROM: NEWS4SA
Center for Child Protection Raising Awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month
“April is Child Abuse Awareness Month, the Center for Child Protection is raising awareness for its campaign, Every Child Deserves to Feel Safe.”
FROM: KXAN
Community honors veteran who died by suicide, calls for improved mental health services
“After Mark Miller died by suicide last week, his story sparked a bigger conversation about mental health care support for veterans.”
FROM: KSAT
APD to provide free training to mental health counselors
“The Austin Police Department announced on Tuesday that it has dedicated $50,000 to help train local mental health counselors providing counseling to survivors of trauma.”
FROM: KXAN
Mental Health Monday: Support Power For Parkinson’s During April
April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month.
FROM: KXAN
Expanding Mental Health Care Across South Texas
“The Ecumenical Center has provided education and mental health services at their main campus. Now there are over 40 satellite locations across San Antonio and South Texas.”
FROM: NEWS4SA
A second chance for nonviolent offenders trapped in addiction is coming to Hays County
“KVUE received an inside look at how the new "DWI and Drug Court" program works and why county leaders say it's so important.”
FROM: KVUE