ATX PULSE 7/9/25 (free): Flood Latest: At Least 87 Dead, 161 Reported Missing // H-E-B Distributing Flood Recovery Kits at 3 Sites // Camp Mystic Passed State Inspection Two Days Before Flood // APD Makes 40 DWI Arrests Over July 4th Weekend // CoA to Narrow Lanes? // Austin FC Advances to Semifinal of US Open Cup

WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 2025

Compiled by Matt Mackowiak

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TODAY’S WEATHER

H: 91° / L: 72°: More rain possible, per Fox 7 Austin.

Additional spotty downpours bring low end flood potential on Wednesday, per KVUE.

Isolated showers expected for Wednesday, per KXAN.

RECENT FLOOD NEWS

“At least 87 dead in Kerr County floods, 161 reported missing” CBS Austin

“H-E-B distributing flood recovery kits at 3 Central Texas sites” KVUE

“Camp Mystic passed state inspection two days before deadly flood” KXAN

TOP NEWS

“Coyotes spotted in Bee Cave neighborhoods after recent heavy rain” CBS Austin

THE BLOTTER

“Leander police searching for suspect involved in home burglary last month” CBS Austin

“APD makes nearly 40 DWI arrests over July 4th weekend” Fox 7 Austin

LOCAL GOVERNMENT

“Austin transportation commission proposes narrower lanes to improve safety, cut crashes” Community Impact Austin

BUSINESS NEWS

“Tesla, Samsung discussing supplier deal for new Taylor chip factory, sources say, ABJ ($)

“Austin VC firm raises $100M for new investment fund” ABJ ($)

LOCAL SPORTS

TEXAS FOOTBALL: Golden: “Yes, Arch Manning will star for Texas football, but how long?” AAS ($)

TEXAS FOOTBALL: “Longhorns land offensive lineman recruit” KXAN

TEXAS A&M FOOTBALL: “Texas A&M football: Marcel Reed, KC Concepcion lead key offensive players for 2025 season” AAS ($)

TEXAS MEN’S BASKETBALL: “Texas basketball: Sean Miller adds German forward Declan Duru” AAS ($)

AUSTIN FC: “Brandon Vazquez injured as Austin FC tops San Jose in US Open Cup” AAS ($)

QUICK LINKS

Austin fire chief faces no confidence vote over delayed Kerr County flood response. - Austin American-Statesman

Stepping up for Texas: How businesses are aiding flood relief efforts - Austin American-Statesman

New series explores history of Boggy Creek Farm, Estrada's Cleaners, more - Austin American-Statesman

As many as 500 might be buried in Austin freedom colony cemetery - Austin American-Statesman

Firefighters to seek firing of Chief Baker - Austin Monitor

Precision Custom Tailors relocates to former Four Points ice cream shop building - Community Impact

Nyle Maxwell of Austin brings quick service center back to main location - Community Impact

Relive Health brings aesthetic and health services to North Austin - Community Impact

How Texans can help those impacted by the Central Texas floods - Community Impact

Capital Area Child Development Center now offering child care and therapy in Cedar Park - Community Impact

Updated: City of Austin extends closure of waterways through Tuesday, July 8 - Community Impact

Modern Animal announces closure of its North Austin location - Community Impact

'It just didn't seem real': Leander-area neighborhood devastated by weekend flooding - KUT

Federal leaders spar on NWS flood warning response, pose safety review after Texas disaster - KXAN Austin

Austin firefighters' union calls for 'no confidence' vote against AFD chief - KVUE

Families hold onto hope amid Travis County flood rescue efforts - KVUE

Nvidia nearing announcement of big lease near The Domain, sources say - ABJ

Fewer publicly traded companies call the Austin metro home - ABJ

Brewery on tap for Kyle - ABJ

JLL taps industry veteran to lead health care real estate teams in South and Central Texas - ABJ

AUSTIN CULTURE

~ DINING: “The 38 Best Restaurants in Austin, Summer 2025” Eater Austin

~ DINING: “International restaurant chain Moxies plans to open in downtown Austin” ABJ ($)

~ DINING: “Japanese deli to replace Royal Blue Grocery on Congress Avenue” ABJ ($)

~ SUMMER FUN: “15 heatproof ways to have fun indoors in Austin this summer” Culture Map Austin

WHAT TO DO TONIGHT

~ LIVE MUSIC: Walt Wilkins. Saon Pub. 8pm. Tix $14 here.

WHAT TO DO TOMORROW

None.

COOL JOB ALERT

~ Contract Specialist IV: Texas Facilities Commission. Salary: $70k-$90k/annual. Info / apply here.