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Good morning! It's Erin Geisler.
After Congress cut public media funding, you responded with urgency and heart. Thanks to you, we've raised over half of our $1.2 million gap — a powerful vote of confidence in our work. And that news is making waves, City Cast Austin and the Austin Chronicle have been chronicling the efforts of public media across Texas in the weeks since funding was eliminated.
Here's what else you need to know.
Love KUT News and KUTX 98.9? You might be a great fit for our Ambassador program — fill out our interest form.
Businesses help power trusted news and music on KUT and KUTX.Want to reach an engaged Austin audience and support independent journalism and local music?Let's partner.
Two of our community partners want your support: The Texas Book Festival (Nov. 8-9) depends on volunteers to bring it to life. Sign up here. And, the Downtown Austin Alliance is seeking performers for the 2025 Holiday Sing-Along & Stroll (Dec. 6). Apply by Sept. 3.
Corrie MacLaggan has been named executive editor for KUT News and The Texas Newsroom starting Sept. 1. She will lead journalism strategy and work closely with our editors to strengthen innovation, drive collaboration and grow our audience across radio, digital and on-demand platforms.
She brings more than 20 years of Texas journalism experience, including leadership roles at the Texas Tribune, Reuters and the Austin American-Statesman. We're thrilled to have her step into this expanded role!
