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Report: Central Texas homes prices down from last year while housing market stays strong

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) – Home prices in Austin continue to cool after reaching a zenith last year. The median home price in the Austin-Round Rock region fell 15% last month to $466,705, per an Austin Board of Realtors report. In April 2022, the median home price in Austin-Round Rock was $521,100.  MORE: This is what $2,000 in rent will get you in these Texas cities “A normalizing housing market, along with more inventory, is unequivocally a good thing for buyers, especially first-time buyers,” Ashley Jackson, 2023 ABoR president said in a release. “Many Central Texas households would not have been able to attain homeownership had our market continued to experience record-breaking year-over-year gains in home prices.”The Austin-Round Rock housing market is also outperforming national trends. While home sales declined 22.7% nationally, they fell only by 15% in the region. This is indicative of a strong economy in Central Texas, the ABoR said. “This is still a market that is seeing...

How plants can protect our lakes

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Meteorologist Sean Kelly spoke with Doctor Brent Bellinger at Emma Long Park along Lake Austin to discuss how runoff from flooding rain plays a role in erosion and lake quality. Doctor Brent Bellinger is the Conservation Program Supervisor with the city of Austin's Watershed Protection Department. Dr. Bellinger said Central Texas is located in 'Flash Flood Alley' our waterways are a haven for changing frequently and quickly."And those types of large events, mobilize a lot of sediments and other material off of the landscape into our waterways." Dr. Bellinger said that runoff flowing into our lakes from heavy rain events is inevitable. It is, after all, a vital part of filling up our Highland lakes which is critical in maintaining our water supply. It is, however, very important to make sure the pace at which runoff is flowing isn't too fast. Bellinger's mantra, 'slow the flow'".How can this be done? Runoff can naturally be slowed down by vegetation. Private shoreline...

CHS Field will host Vikings celebrity softball game on May 31

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

Though longtime Vikings receiver Adam Thielen is no longer with the team, the show must go on, and longtime safety Harrison Smith is carrying the torch.After a successful inaugural event last year, the Thielen Foundation Charity Softball Game will be back at CHS Field on May 31.It will be a showdown between members of the Vikings offense and members of the Vikings defense. Here’s a look at the rosters:Team Offense: Garrett Bradbury, Blake Brandel, Ezra Cleveland, Dalvin Cook, Kirk Cousins, Christian Darrisaw, C.J. Ham, T.J. Hockenson, Justin Jefferson, Alexander Mattison, Brian O’Neill, K.J. Osborn, Blake Proehl and Chris Reed.Team Defense: Brian Asamoah II, Ross Blacklock, Andrew Booth Jr., Camryn Bynum, Andrew DePaola, Akayleb Evans, Jordan Hicks , Danielle Hunter, Greg Joseph, Josh Metellus, Bryon Murphy Jr., Harrison Phillips, Janarius Robinson, Harrison Smith, Kenny Willekes and Ryan Wright.The gates at CHS Field will open at 4:30 p.m. with a home run derby at 6 p.m. and ...

Child pornography investigation leads to additional arrest

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

GLOVERSVILLE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On Friday, New York State Police arrested Derrick C. Phillips Jr. for an additional charge of Criminal Sex Act in the First Degree. Phillips Jr. was previously arrested on December 9, 2022, following an investigation into child exploitation. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Further investigations determined that Phillips Jr. allegedly had sexual contact with a child under the age of eleven. Phillips Jr. surrendered himself to State Police in Mayfield. He was arraigned at the Mayfield Town Court and remanded to the Fulton County Correctional Facility in lieu of $50,000 cash, a $250,000 bond, or a $300,000 partially secured bond.

New clothing store opening in Crossgates Mall

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

GUILDERLAND, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Dry Goods, a junior women's clothing store, is set to open in Crossgates Mall. The store will be located on the upper level in the Macy’s wing. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Dry Goods sells clothing, shoes, jewelry, and other accessories and has a vintage store feel. A subsidiary of Von Maur Department Store, Dry Goods plans to open 11 new stores in 2023.“We are excited by the success of Dry Goods as we continue to expand our footprint and introduce the brand to new fashion-forward shoppers seeking the latest on-trend clothing and accessories,” said Melody Wright, COO of Von Maur. “Our ever-changing mix offers new, fresh takes that allow our shoppers to create their own individual look at a reasonable price.” What’s new this year at Olde Saratoga’s ‘Puff Puff Putt’ night The first Von Maur Dry Goods store was founded back in 1872 in Davenport, Iowa. In 2010, Von Maur opened the first Dry Go...

Poughkeepsie hosting Maifest, a springtime Oktoberfest

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Germania of Poughkeepsie is presenting their annual Maifest. The festival, a springtime version of Oktoberfest, begins May 19. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! The event features live German bands and Bavarian performers, as well as authentic German food, baked desserts, and beer. Maifest is being held at the Germania Festival Grounds, located at 51 Old DeGarmo Road, Poughkeepsie, NY. The host, Germania of Poughkeepsie, is a nonprofit organization that has been committed to the education of German heritage and culture since 1850. They hold various cultural events throughout the year, including Oktoberfest, Christkindlmarkt, genuine biergartens and many other celebrations. Carnival opens at Cook Park in Colonie The festival runs from May 19 through May 21, and will be held rain or shine. Event hours are 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on May 19, 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. on May 20, and 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. on May 2...

Schenectady County offers free paper shredding for residents

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

SCHENECTADY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- On May 20, residents of Schenectady County can visit SUNY Schenectady for a free paper shredding event. Paper shredding will be available from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the back parking lot at SUNY Schenectady, located at 78 Washington Ave. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Shredding will be done by SecureScan, a HIPAA/HITEC compliant and NAID® AAA certified paper shredding company. Registration is required.Accepted items include loose office papers, bills, statements, and sensitive paper documents. Newspaper, catalogs, phone books, cardboard, binders, books, CDs, plastic, and metals are not accepted.“By offering this free service, we are empowering our residents to protect their personal information and reduce the risk of identity theft,” said Anthony Jasenski, Chair of the Schenectady County Legislature. “This small investment in our community can give residents peace of mind and confidence at a ti...

Druthers offering chance to win brewery tour, tasting in Albany

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- For the first time ever, Druthers Brewing Company is bringing guests behind the scenes at its Albany location. Ten winners and a guest of their choosing will get to tour the warehouse, hear from brewers and have a tasting on June 10 at 1 p.m. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! Druthers also became owners of 550 Waterfront in Saratoga Springs, which recently opened for the season. The location offers views of Saratoga Lake and the menu is different than its other locations. Druthers has other locations in Albany, Schenectady, downtown Saratoga Springs, and Clifton Park. To enter to win, you can visit the Druthers website. You can also view the menus for each Druthers location on the brewery's website.

Burnt Hills softball's four-run sixth inning propels Spartans to Class A semis

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

BURNT HILLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — While they may not see each other much in the regular season, the Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake and Queensbury softball teams are becoming quite familiar with one another through postseason play. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! For a second consecutive season the two Spartans squads clashed in the Sec. II, Class A tournament. Burnt Hills knocked off then-top-seeded Queensbury last year to advance to the championship game. Queensbury, as a six-seed this season, had to make the trip to third-seeded Burnt Hills Thursday. Burnt Hills once again emerged victorious, using a four-run sixth inning to earn a 6-3 win, advancing to Wednesday's semi-final round.With the score tied at two heading into the top of the sixth inning, Queensbury managed to pull ahead with an RBI single up the middle from first baseman Caleigh Johnson. But Burnt Hills was ready to respond in the bottom half of the frame. Lilly Morse p...

Shen softball walks off against Shaker in seven

Published Sat, 22 Feb 2025 12:02:26 GMT

CLIFTON PARK, N.Y. (NEWS10) — Shenendehowa relied on the arm of junior pitcher Breanna Hayes in their 1-0 win over Shaker. Hayes went seven innings gave up one hit and one walk, and struck out 11 batters. Get the latest, news, weather, sports and community events delivered right to your inbox! In addition to her pitching, Natalia Colone stepped up and made the play of the game in the bottom of the seventh. With ducks on the pond, she connected on a single up to center field, allowing Emily Baumes to score the game-winning run.The Plainswomen advanced to the semifinals against No. 2 Guilderland on Tuesday, May 23, at 5 p.m.