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Join us for the City of Austin's 4th Annual Small Business Connections Conference. No cost and open to the public.
📅Wednesday, Aug. 19
⏰ 8 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
📍Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road
🅿️ Validated parking
Learn more & Register : bit.ly/AED_CC26
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Join us for a virtual session on Friday, June 12!💻Worker Status Made Simple: Employee or Independent Contractor.
In this quick and focused session, you’ll get clear answers about what sets each employee role apart and what tax duties come with them.
🎟️bit.ly/4uI1yRg
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Join us for a virtual session on Friday, June 12!💻Worker Status Made Simple: Employee or Independent Contractor.
In this quick and focused session, you’ll get clear answers about what sets each employee role apart and what tax duties come with them.
🎟️bit.ly/4uI1yRg
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CORRECTION: The date for this class has changed to Friday, July 17.
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Austin Economic Development retweeted
Austin is for everyone. 🏳️🌈 #Pride is formally celebrated in June and August around here, and we love it that way. This #PrideMonth and always, we honor the rich LGBTQIA culture and history of our community.
🥳 @AustinPublicLib activities events: bit.ly/3V2AgVj
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Our offices will be closed Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. Normal business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 26.
ALT Several U.S. Flags sitting on a lawn.
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Austin Economic Development retweeted
During a storm, it’s hard to tell if there’s water on the road. If you encounter high water, don’t attempt to drive through it. If you must drive, stay away from creeks, trails, culverts, ponds, and other drainage infrastructure.
Check for road closures @ATXfloods.
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Join us at the State of Small Business Breakfast, where a panel of experts will break down how national, regional, and local economic trends are shaping the future of small businesses in Central Texas.
📆 May 4 | 9 AM
📍Norris Conference Center
🎟️bit.ly/EconomicOutlook26
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Join us for DECA's Austin Small Business Week event: AI for Business, Practical Tools for Success.
🗓️May 7, 2026
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
📍 Austin Energy Headquarters – Mueller (Assembly Room 1111 A&B)
🎟️Register here:
eventbrite.com/e/deca-austin…
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🎉 Kick off Austin Small Business Week (May 4-8) at the State of Small Business breakfast. A panel of experts will explore how national, regional, and local economic forces are shaping the future of small businesses in Central Texas.
📆 May 4 at 9 AM
👉 bit.ly/EconomicOutlook26
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Austin Economic Development retweeted
@TDEM announced a coordinated statewide test of local alerting systems to evaluate the effectiveness and functionality of these public warning tools.
This test will occur on April 2, 2026 between 10 am and 12:30 pm.
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📅 We’re excited to celebrate Austin #SmallBusinessWeek May 4- 8 Enroll in no-cost sessions covering marketing, hiring, funding, and more.
Check out classes and reserve your spot 👉 bit.ly/47pnOpJ
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Funding for your small business. Announcing the Austin Kiva Hub, in partnership with @Kiva U.S. bit.ly/4syQchF
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Austin Small Business Week offers a collection of no-cost events designed to help you gain the knowledge you need to start, maintain, or expand your business. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and position your business for success in 2026!
👉 bit.ly/austinsmallbiz2026
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Score's low-cost courses help you learn how to grow your business with ease. Learn more!
👉score.org/northchicago/event…
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Austin Economic Development retweeted
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#ATXCouncil approves Place-Based Enhancement Program agreement with The Vortex. This will aid in restoring lost funds for operations, support the reestablishment of staff positions, more for this East Austin creative space. Learn more: bit.ly/4scNn5C 🎭
ALT A large group of people sitting at tables outside at the Butterfly Bar at the Vortex in Austin, Texas.
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📰Austin's VORTEX and Circle C CDC to receive five-year economic incentives.
👉Read more: bit.ly/3P3YlvC
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Coming Soon: Austin Small Business Week
🎉Join us for Austin Small Business Week on May 4-8 for no-cost events and small business classes. Topics include funding, bookkeeping, marketing, and more.
👉Register now bit.ly/austinsmallbiz2026
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📣Austin High School Students : AYC is structured as a general assembly, meeting monthly at City Hall and interacting with city staff and local organizations. Apply today: bit.ly/4aTZeOq
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📢Be the voice of Austin’s youth!📢
Austin Youth Council is a program for high school students that provides opportunities to address issues and facilitates a foundation for civic participation.
Apply starting March 11: bit.ly/4aTZeOq
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