For 12 years, We Are Austin has been waking up with Central Texas, bringing viewers inspiring stories, local businesses, community leaders, unforgettable guests and plenty of laughs along the way.

We Are Austin celebrates 12 years of stories, smiles and serving Central Texas!

We Are Austin celebrates 12 years of stories, smiles and serving Central Texas!

Since premiering on CBS Austin on this day in 2014, the lifestyle show has become a staple for viewers looking to stay connected with everything happening across the Austin area.

We Are Austin celebrates 12 years of stories, smiles and serving Central Texas!

We Are Austin celebrates 12 years of stories, smiles and serving Central Texas!

To celebrate the milestone, Co- Hosts Trevor Scott and Sierra Waggoner took a look back at some of their favorite moments from the show’s history, revisiting the interviews, surprises and behind-the-scenes memories that have made We Are Austin such a special part of the community.

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Over the past 12 years, the show has welcomed thousands of guests into the studio, from local entrepreneurs and nonprofit organizations to musicians, chefs, authors, artists and national celebrities. Along the way, viewers have discovered new restaurants, weekend events, wellness tips, community initiatives and the people working every day to make Central Texas a better place.

{p}Of course, not every memorable moment was planned. From unexpected animal antics and on-air bloopers to spontaneous laughs and heartfelt conversations, We Are Austin has embraced the moments that remind viewers there's real life behind live television.{/p}

Of course, not every memorable moment was planned. From unexpected animal antics and on-air bloopers to spontaneous laughs and heartfelt conversations, We Are Austin has embraced the moments that remind viewers there’s real life behind live television.

While We Are Austin is known for its fun and uplifting conversations, its impact extends far beyond the studio.

The show has spent the past 12 years shining a light on nonprofits, celebrating community leaders, supporting philanthropic efforts and helping organizations share their missions with thousands of viewers. Along the way, countless adoptable dogs and cats featured on the show have found forever homes, proving that even a few minutes of television can help change lives.

Of course, not every memorable moment was planned. From unexpected animal antics and on-air bloopers to spontaneous laughs and heartfelt conversations, We Are Austin has embraced the moments that remind viewers there’s real life behind live television.

For Trevor Scott, the anniversary marks the continuation of a show he helped build from the ground up alongside executive producer Anne Nicholson, helping shape We Are Austin into the community-focused program viewers know today.

{p}For Trevor Scott, the anniversary marks the continuation of a show he helped build from the ground up alongside executive producer Anne Nicholson, helping shape We Are Austin into the community-focused program viewers know today.{/p}

For Trevor Scott, the anniversary marks the continuation of a show he helped build from the ground up alongside executive producer Anne Nicholson, helping shape We Are Austin into the community-focused program viewers know today.

For Sierra Waggoner, joining the show has been an opportunity of a lifetime! To tell meaningful stories, celebrate local businesses and nonprofits, and connect with the people who make Austin such a vibrant place to live.

{p}For Sierra Waggoner, joining the show has been an opportunity of a lifetime! To tell meaningful stories, celebrate local businesses and nonprofits, and connect with the people who make Austin such a vibrant place to live.{/p}

For Sierra Waggoner, joining the show has been an opportunity of a lifetime! To tell meaningful stories, celebrate local businesses and nonprofits, and connect with the people who make Austin such a vibrant place to live.

As the hosts reflected on the anniversary, they shared their appreciation for the viewers who continue to welcome We Are Austin into their homes each weekday morning.

While the past 12 years have been filled with unforgettable memories, the team says the future is just as exciting. With more local stories to tell, more businesses to spotlight, more nonprofits to support and more incredible people to meet, We Are Austin looks forward to continuing its mission of celebrating everything that makes Central Texas unique.

As the hosts reflected on the anniversary, they shared their appreciation for the viewers who continue to welcome We Are Austin into their homes each weekday morning.

As the hosts reflected on the anniversary, they shared their appreciation for the viewers who continue to welcome We Are Austin into their homes each weekday morning.

Most of all, the anniversary serves as a thank you to the viewers, guests and community partners who have supported the show throughout the years. Their stories have shaped We Are Austin from the very beginning—and they’ll continue to inspire the next chapter.

Here’s to 12 years of laughter, connection, community and countless unforgettable mornings, with many more still to come. We are just getting started!