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New Austin Kiva Hub to offer assistance with microloans, hands-on coaching 

Austin City Council has authorized an economic preservation agreement with The Vortex through the Place-Based Enhancement Program.

200 high-wage jobs, $2.3M in City revenue, while investing in local artists and childcare support

The 13th Annual Youth Career Fest, hosted by Austin Economic Development and the Austin Youth Council, brought energy, inspiration, and opportunity to Austin-area students on Wednesday, January 28 at the Palmer Events Center. The event also featured…

AUSTIN, TX – The National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) has recognized the City of Austin as a 2025 Visionary Digital Inclusion Trailblazer, highlighting the City’s commitment to advancing digital equity and closing the digital divide. Austin…

AUSTIN, TX – Austin Economic Development invites local entrepreneurs to start the new year strong by participating in the 2026 Small Business Fundamentals Week, taking place January 12-16. This annual, week-long initiative offers specialized, no-fee…

AUSTIN, TX — Austin City Council has recently approved the first incentive award under the updated Creative Content Incentive Program (CCIP), a Chapter 380 initiative designed to attract television, film, animation, and gaming productions to Austin…

AUSTIN, TX — Austin City Council has approved the first two incentive awards under the Place-Based Enhancement Program, a Chapter 380 initiative designed to strengthen local, creative, and legacy businesses by supporting their expansion and long-term…