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59th Annual Austin Trail of Lights Kicks Off December 1

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets to the 59th annual Austin Trail of Lights, powered by H-E-B, are available online at www.austintrailoflights.org. While general admission passes to the longest running holiday tradition of its kind in Texas' capital city are free and open-to-the-public seven out of the festival's 14 nights, limited quantities of tickets to the annual Night Lights Preview Party (Dec. 1), presented by Broadway Bank, and registrations for the 12th annual Fun Run (Dec. 2), presented by Chuy's, are also available.

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  • Passes to the Iconic Holiday Festival Available Online; Support Foundation with First Look at Night Lights Preview Party
    AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets to the 59th annual Austin Trail of Lights, powered by H-E-B, are available online at www.austintrailoflights.org .
  • The Trail of Lights Foundation suggests visiting the 2023 Austin Trail of Lights event calendar to see which nights offer free entry and which nights carry an entry fee, and choose from a variety of premium ticket options.
  • Premium tickets serve to help fund Trail operations, the STARS non-profit access program, and free General Admission nights.
  • December 8th: 59th Annual Grand Opening hosted by The Trail of Lights Foundation and H-E-B.

Nexstar Media Group Television Stations Receive Six National Edward R. Murrow Awards for Outstanding Journalism and Exceptionally Produced Local Content

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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
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Excellence in Continuing Coverage/Large Market Television – WJZY-TV earned this award for its 18-month investigation into local government corruption.

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  • Excellence in Continuing Coverage/Large Market Television – WJZY-TV earned this award for its 18-month investigation into local government corruption.
  • Investigative reporter Jody Barr exposed lawmakers, judges, law enforcement officers and other public servants in Marlboro County, South Carolina.
  • In addition to the national honors, Nexstar’s news operations at 23 television stations earned 36 Regional Edward R. Murrow Awards earlier this year, including two awards for Overall Excellence.
  • These awards put a spotlight on our commitment to innovation in storytelling, journalism that can be trusted, exceptional public service and community involvement.”
    The RTDNA has been recognizing outstanding achievements in electronic journalism with the Edward R. Murrow Awards since 1971.

ABC Kite Fest Returns to Zilker Park on Saturday, April 1

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023
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We are thrilled to host the festival on a Saturday for the first time ever and hope to see you at Zilker Park!”

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  • We are thrilled to host the festival on a Saturday for the first time ever and hope to see you at Zilker Park!”
    Founded in 1929 by The Exchange Club of Austin, ABC Kite Fest is underwritten by ABC Home & Commercial Services and produced by the Friends of the ABC Kite Fest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.
  • ABC Kite Fest is offering onsite parking via Pavemint on a prepaid basis.
  • Follow ABC Kite Fest on Instagram and Facebook for more information and updates.
  • If your company is interested in learning more about how to exhibit, please contact the ABC Kite Fest team .

Austin Trail of Lights, Powered by H-E-B, Returns to Its Traditional Format for the 58th Annual Event December 8-23, 2022

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Thursday, August 18, 2022
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AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Trail of Lights Foundation announces today that the 58th Annual Austin Trail of Lights, powered by H-E-B, in downtown Austin's iconic Zilker Park will return to its traditional, in-person format Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022 through Friday, Dec. 23, 2022, (closed on Mondays). Visitors seeking a first-look at the most beloved, and longest running holiday tradition of its kind in Texas' capital city, can attend the 9th Annual Night Lights Preview Party on Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, presented by Broadway Bank, or participate in the 11th annual Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022, presented by Chuy's.

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  • The 58th Annual Austin Trail of Lights, powered by H-E-B, will return to traditional, in-person format in Zilker Park.
  • The Austin Trail of Lights annual Fun Run, presented by Chuy's, includes a festive course beginning at the Zilker Holiday Tree.
  • For general information on the 2022 Austin Trail of Lights, visit www.austintrailoflights.org , on Facebook @austintrailoflights , or on Instagram at @ATXLights .
  • The Trail of Lights Foundation is an independent nonprofit corporation dedicated to maintaining the Austin Trail of Lights as an authentically Austin community celebration.

ABC Kite Fest Announces New Details for April 3 Event in Austin, Texas

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Monday, March 28, 2022
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The ABC Kite Fest today announced new sponsors and activations for its April 3 event at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas.

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  • The ABC Kite Fest today announced new sponsors and activations for its April 3 event at Zilker Park in Austin, Texas.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220328005121/en/
    The ABC Kite Fest, one of Austins most iconic traditions, today announced new sponsors and activations for its April 3, 2022 event at Zilker Park.
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    Who: Underwritten by ABC Home & Commercial Services and produced by the Friends of the ABC Kite Fest.
  • For more information on the ABC Kite Fest, visit www.abckitefest.org or follow the ABC Kite Fest on Instagram and Facebook .

ABC Kite Fest Soars into Zilker Park on April 3

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Wednesday, March 9, 2022
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The ABC Kite Fest will offer local food and drinks, a kite showcase and community kite contest, a childrens concert, pet zone and more.

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  • The ABC Kite Fest will offer local food and drinks, a kite showcase and community kite contest, a childrens concert, pet zone and more.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220309005335/en/
    The ABC Kite Fest, one of Austins most iconic traditions, today announced the event will return to Zilker Park on April 3, 2022, for its 93rd year.
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    The ABC Kite Fest is one of Austins favorite events and we are delighted the tradition is returning home to Zilker Park, said Bobby Jenkins, CEO and owner of ABC Home & Commercial Services.
  • Founded in 1929 by The Exchange Club of Austin, the ABC Kite Fest is now the largest and longest-running festival of its kind, underwritten by ABC Home & Commercial Services and produced by the Friends of the ABC Kite Fest, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.