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Hi good morning. Currently an hour into a 6AM flight and I just gotta say that Queer flight attendants are EVERYTHING. Thank you for your service! 🫶💅🏼🥂

This is one of my favorite events every year! #ATX folks, I hope to see you there! FREE to attend with RSVP ✨🌈

Enjoy great food, delicious drinks (both non-alchoholic & cocktails), and even better company!

kmfa.org/artsmixer #austin

House Panel Votes to Subpoena Justice Dept. for Epstein Files

A key House subcommittee on Wednesday voted to subpoena the Justice Department for Epstein files, after a few Republicans broke with their party to join Democrats in backing the move.

Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of celebrating the GAHCC at their Open House!

¡Felicidades on 25 incredible years of Hispanic Austin Leadership and your brand new office space!

We’re proud to see our DECA partners doing amazing work and continuing to grow. 🌟

#atx #austin

Today on the Texas Capitol steps, Fiona Dawson, ALGBTCC Senior Director of Partnerships, joined coalition partners in a powerful stand for trans rights & public safety.

All Texans deserve safety, dignity, and respect. 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈

@equalitytexas.bsky.social #txlege

Coalition of Texas women declares ‘let us pee in peace’ in opposition to Republican bathroom bill "Leave our bodies alone," former state Sen. Wendy Davis said.

“I can tell you as a woman that we should be doing everything we can to solve the real problems of this state. We should be standing together and saying, leave our bodies alone. Let us pee in peace,” said former state Sen. Wendy Davis.

Coalition of Texas women declares ‘let us pee in peace’ in opposition to Republican bathroom bill "Leave our bodies alone," former state Sen. Wendy Davis said.

“This bathroom bill is so typical of what we see coming from the legislature when the heat is on them for their own misdeeds,” former state Sen. Wendy Davis said. “What they want is to divert our attention elsewhere.”

Monthly Happy Hour - July 2025 Join the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce at Drinks Lounge for our Monthly Chamber Happy Hour on July 24th from 5:30PM-7:00PM!  🗓️ July 24th⏰ 5:30PM-7:00PM🎟️ FREE to attend. Attendees are responsible f...

Looking for a relaxed way to network with Greater Austin’s LGBTQ+ business community? Join us this Thursday at Drinks Lounge! 🍻🎶

🗓️ July 24th from 5:30PM-7:00PM
🎟️ FREE to attend. Attendees are responsible for their own tabs.
🔗 bit.ly/3TU2mBY

#atx #austintx #tx

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“But in light of recent discoveries, I do not believe that it honors God or is loving to myself, my children, or Ken to remain in the marriage.”

More updates just added including more Austin drop-off locations for supplies, a benefit show at the @longcenter.bsky.social, and more!

Texas Flood Relief - Resources & How to Help Stay informed and get involved with ongoing flood relief efforts across Texas. Find trusted resources, donation links, and ways to support impacted communities.

Our hearts are with all those impacted by the floods across Texas. We’ve compiled a list of trusted flood relief resources, donation links, and ways to support affected communities. 💔

Read, share, and help where you can: austinlgbtbiz.com/tx-floods-25

#atx #austin #texas #floodrelief #TexasStrong

Hill Country flooding: Here’s how to give and receive help Catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country has killed dozens of people. Rescue crews are searching for missing girls from Camp Mystic. Here is a guide on how to help those affected.

As rescue efforts continue, questions are arising about how to help those affected by the flood. The @texastribune.org has prepped a guide to help those in need, along with safety tips for dealing with flood warnings and what to do if you encounter flood waters.
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At least 90 dead in Texas floods as recovery efforts continue Camp Mystic says it’s grieving 27 campers and counselors.

The number of people killed in devastating Central Texas floods increased to 90 on Monday as emergency officials continued searching through snapped trees and wrecked homes for missing people, and clouds threatened to dump more rain across the region.

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As Floods Hit, Key Roles Were Vacant at Weather Service Offices in Texas

Damning: As Floods Hit, Key Roles Were Vacant at Weather Service Offices in Texas www.nytimes.com/2025/07/05/u...

They want us to stay poor.

TLDR: FICO to report Affirm/Klarna.

Biggest BNPL users? Low & middle income folks, Black and Hispanic people, women, millennials & Gen Z, according to the Fed.

Shoppers say it’s convenient, avoids credit cards/interest, or is the only way they can afford purchases.

Hill Country flooding: Here’s how to give and receive help Catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country has killed 32 people, including 18 children, with seven victims still unidentified. Rescue crews are searching for 27 missing girls from Camp Mystic. Mo...

Here's how you can help those impacted by the catastrophic flooding in Texas Hill Country, along with safety tips for dealing with flood warnings and what to do when you encounter flood waters.

Texas officials appeared to be almost entirely issuing vital emergency alerts about the deadly Kerr County flooding via Facebook and Twitter/X.

Utter malpractice to restrict these alerts to social media platforms that huge numbers of people don’t use anymore.

Hill Country flooding death toll rises to 43 as search continues for missing girls, other survivors Twenty-seven girls from the Camp Mystic summer camp remain missing.

UPDATE: The official death toll jumped to 43 following the catastrophic floods that hit the Texas Hill Country as of Saturday evening, local officials announced during a news conference.

Pride Health Fair vendors — thank you for making this one of the most special #Drop-Ins yet. We heard over and over again how meaningful this experience was. And with #LGBTQ+ talent on stage, community on the lawn, and gorgeous Austin skies — it was truly a night to remember. 🌈🎶💫 #PRIDE #austin

All in-person meetings before 10am should include breakfast 😆

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Majority of Texans oppose total THC ban like the one vetoed by Gov. Greg Abbott, poll finds The statewide survey also found that Texas Republicans are closely divided on the issue.

New: A Texas Politics Project poll found that 53% of Texas voters oppose a comprehensive ban on hemp-derived THC.

Republican voters were divided on the issue, with 46% supporting a ban and 39% opposing it, according to the poll.

Austin drag artists use their spotlight to fight anti-LGBTQ+ laws Austin's drag artists shine bright this Pride month, using their art to advocate for rights amidst Texas's tough legislative landscape.

#Austin drag artists shared a unified message for politicians targeting the LGBTQ+ community: these efforts are divisive and endanger lives.

@vyletteward.bsky.social challenges lawmakers to attend a drag show and "truly experience the fabulous atmosphere" before passing judgment.

👏🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ #atx

Colorful illustrated graphic for “Pride Picnic 2025” in Austin, TX. A black squirrel with a pride flag for a tail - leaps across some grass with sun rays, clouds, and flowers in the background. The event is at Pease Park on June 28th from 10AM to 2PM. Presented by Pease Park Conservancy and Future Front Texas. Bottom banner lists: Activations, Art Installations, Community Resources, Crafts, Drinks, Food, Music, Vendors. The style is playful and vibrant, evoking joy and celebration.

🌈 We’re popping up at the #Pride Picnic this Saturday! 🧺

Swing by for music, activations and crafts, food, drinks, a book swap, information and resource booths including the ALGBTCC, and all the #queer joy you can handle 💖

🗓️ June 28
⏰ 10AM–2PM
📍Pease Park

More info 👉 bit.ly/4la91DS

#atx #austin

NEW YORK (AP) — Andrew Cuomo concedes New York City Democratic mayoral primary to Zohran Mamdani.

Austin LGBTQ+ bookstore BookWoman vandalized, owners suspect hate crime BookWoman, an LGBTQ+ feminist bookstore in Austin, was vandalized during Pride Month in a suspected hate crime, owners say.

"What happened to BookWoman is a call for all of us to show up... Now’s the time to visit your favorite queer-owned business, buy a book, show some love, and send a clear message that hate doesn’t win.” - @coltonash.com

#atx #austin

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REMINDER: Support LGBTQ+ owned and allied businesses year-round! This week, I spoke to the Statesman:

"These kinds of incidents, whether motivated by hate or meant to intimidate, remind us why our work to support LGBTQ+ owned and allied businesses is so critical. Hate has no home in Austin."

#atx

New episode — get the latest in #Austin Business News. 🌈💼

On this week's pod:
🏙️ Finally, Old Statesman property moving forward
🏗️ What to expect with the new Convention Center
🤖 H-E-B robots hit the streets at Mueller

+ #ATX ranks among the top 3 US cities for LGBTQIA+ population. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

#podcast

Gov. Greg Abbott vetoes THC ban The move is likely to infuriate Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the powerful head of the Senate, who had called the ban among his top five bills over 17 years in the Legislature.

Breaking: Gov. Greg Abbott has vetoed a contentious state ban on THC products, keeping the Texas hemp industry alive while spiking a top priority of Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick.