Local News
Current news regarding health & resilience in Williamson, Travis, Hays, Comal, Bastrop, Caldwell, and Bexar Counties in Central Texas.
Round Rock ISD to begin negotiations with Marathon Health for worksite health clinic
“Round Rock ISD will soon begin negotiations with Marathon Health for a future worksite health clinic, after trustees gave administrators the go-ahead June 17.”
FROM: Community Impact
How one Lockhart Veteran is leading the charge to end homelessness
“Retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Steven Mazurka has dedicated his post-military life to ensuring that no veteran in his community is left without the dignity of a safe place to call home.”
FROM: Lockhart Post-Register
Central Texas expands mental health officers as calls rise
“Across the region, Crisis Intervention Teams, or CIT, and mental health units are being embedded in police departments.”
FROM: Community Impact
Austin man walking 2500 miles to raise mental health awareness & honor best friend
“Alex Bradley is walking 2,500 miles from Austin to Oregon City.”
FROM: FOX 7
Comfort Cafe shifts focus to single location, new coffee shop concept
“The Comfort Cafe, known for helping people recover from alcohol and drug addiction, is closing one door to open a new door to better benefit their recovery program.”
FROM: KSAT
Stand Up Comedy, Sit Down Yoga brings new wellness experience to Austin
“A unique wellness experience in Austin allows participants to listen, laugh, breathe and unwind.”
FROM: Community Impact
Abbott signs bill to fund Ibogaine research for veterans’ mental health treatment
“Gov. Greg Abbott approved a new Texas law backing ibogaine clinical trials to explore its use in treating mental health and substance use disorders.”
FROM: KCENTV
HealthNew health hub in Del Valle boosts care access for over 20,000 residents
“Central Health hosted the grand opening of its Del Valle Health & Wellness Center on Saturday morning.”
FROM: KVUE
SA Smart Mayor’s Challenge is empowering the next generation of innovators in San Antonio
“Team LALA from Samuel Clemens High School won the top spot in the high school bracket at this year’s SA Smart Mayor’s Challenge.”
FROM: Port San Antonio
5 Austin ISD campuses now undergoing modernization work
“Many AISD campuses undergoing modernization work are receiving school mental health centers.”
FROM: Community Impact
Austin ISD is creating more than 50 student mental health spaces as part of the 2022 bond
“The new mental health center is one of more than 50 similar spaces that are being established on Austin ISD campuses as part of the 2022 bond.”
FROM: KUT News
Healthy SA: Getting kids to open up about their mental health
“Getting your child to talk about their emotions is key to battling anxiety and depression in youth.”
FROM: KENS5
Lake Travis-area elementary students utilize more counseling services in 2024-25
“Eanes, Lake Travis and Leander ISDs have all prioritized mental health spending and resources despite ongoing budget challenges, and more elementary students are utilizing these services each year.”
FROM: Community Impact
Mental Health Court celebrates graduates
“The program is a 12- to 15-month commitment with specialized treatment designed to address the unique needs of individuals.”
FROM: San Marcos Daily Record
Teens train as mental health champions at free NAMI retreat to build resilience
“Teenagers in San Antonio are spending their summer vacation training to become mental health champions through a free one-day retreat hosted by NAMI Greater San Antonio.”
FROM: Fox San Antonio
‘I am here for you’: NAMI warm line provides vital support before a mental health crisis happens
“The warm line program offers a listening ear and resources to help prevent crises before they occur.”
FROM: KSAT
San Antonio youth organization launches mental health program for at-risk young adults
“SA Youth has announced the launch of a new initiative, the Calm Clinic, aimed at providing free and low-cost mental health services to young adults.”
FROM: NEWS4SA
Mental health center coming soon to Austin ISD campus
“Groundbreaking at Martin Middle School this week aims to further Austin ISD’s goal of expanding mental health support for its students.”
FROM: KXAN
Bill that would require statewide tracking of veteran suicides heads to Gov. Abbott’s desk
“Texas Veterans Commission would issue annual reports on veteran deaths beginning in 2027".”
FROM: KSAT
Staff members at New Braunfels' RecoveryWerks! co-author book aimed at healing families affected by substance use disorder
“Published in December 2024, “Healing Families: A Guide to Helping Families Deal with Substance Use Disorder” serves as a vital resource for peer coaches and families through offering practical strategies and compassionate guidance. "
FROM: New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung