Lina Fisher

Lina Fisher is a native Austinite covering labor issues, the environment, the opioid crisis, and more. She graduated Carleton College with a B.A. in Cinema and Media Studies in 2019.

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Labor Unions Split on Mayoral Race
Labor Unions Split on Mayoral Race
Why Watson lost out on the Central Labor Council endorsement

News, Oct. 3, 2024

Airport Concession Workers Win $25 Minimum Wage
Airport Concession Workers Win $25 Minimum Wage
While Hyatt workers still struggle for $20

News, Oct. 3, 2024

Floral Realness, a John Aielli Experience, Spooky Movies, and More Recommended Events
Floral Realness, a John Aielli Experience, Spooky Movies, and More Recommended Events
Fill your weekend with the wild and weird

Arts, Oct. 3, 2024

Jubilant Dance, MedFest, and More Weekend Recommendations
Jubilant Dance, MedFest, and More Weekend Recommendations
Find the right fit for your going-out vibe

Arts, Sept. 26, 2024

With Texas Sulfur Emissions Out of Control, Enviro Orgs Urge EPA To Do Something
With Texas Sulfur Emissions Out of Control, Enviro Orgs Urge EPA To Do Something
Texas still dragging heels on standards for power plants

News, Sept. 26, 2024

Some Slutty Fun, Laughs for Lunch, and More Weekday Events
Some Slutty Fun, Laughs for Lunch, and More Weekday Events
Our recommendations for the week ahead

Arts, Sept. 26, 2024

Enchanted Rock Gets Bigger
Enchanted Rock Gets Bigger
Texas Parks and Wildlife acquires over 600 new acres

News, Sept. 24, 2024

Your Weekend Events Shopping Already Done for You!
Your Weekend Events Shopping Already Done for You!
Recommended arts and music events for your perusal

Arts, Sept. 19, 2024

A T-Rex, Trivia, and <i>Twilight</i>, in This Week’s Recommended Events
A T-Rex, Trivia, and Twilight, in This Week’s Recommended Events
Take those long arms and find a weekday happening

Arts, Sept. 19, 2024

Casar Introduces Act to Help Fossil Fuel Workers Transition to Clean Energy Jobs
Casar Introduces Act to Help Fossil Fuel Workers Transition to Clean Energy Jobs
Bill proposes training, supplementary wages, priority hiring

News, Sept. 17, 2024

Viva México, Mooncakes, and Motorbikes in Our Recommended Events
Viva México, Mooncakes, and Motorbikes in Our Recommended Events
Lots to celebrate this weekend

Arts, Sept. 12, 2024

K-Pop, Girl Talk, and <i>Mario Kart</i> Lead Our Recommended Events
K-Pop, Girl Talk, and Mario Kart Lead Our Recommended Events
Lots of stuff to do after 5

Arts, Sept. 12, 2024

Update to City’s Water Plan Through 2080 Nears Completion
Update to City’s Water Plan Through 2080 Nears Completion
Austin Water offers incentives for conservation and new supply strategies

News, Sept. 12, 2024

United Flight Attendants Authorize a Strike
United Flight Attendants Authorize a Strike
Negotiations stalled over pay for last-minute overtime

News, Sept. 5, 2024

ArmadilloCon, Art, a Hot Sauce Hootenanny, and More Recommended Events
ArmadilloCon, Art, a Hot Sauce Hootenanny, and More Recommended Events
Get out and get spicy this weekend

Arts, Sept. 5, 2024

Line Dancin', Terminatin', and Writin' in This Week's Recommended Events
Line Dancin', Terminatin', and Writin' in This Week's Recommended Events
Lots to do, and it's not even the weekend

Arts, Sept. 5, 2024

Recommended Events for This Week’s Cooling Temps
Recommended Events for This Week’s Cooling Temps
Fairies, succulents, and lowriders in this weekend’s suggested happenings

Arts, Aug. 29, 2024

Playdates, Secret Screenings, and More Events for Your Week
Playdates, Secret Screenings, and More Events for Your Week
Get out on a school night

Arts, Aug. 29, 2024

The Final Boss of Civic Engagement: Join a City Board or Commission
The Final Boss of Civic Engagement: Join a City Board or Commission
Volunteers influence city policy

News, Aug. 22, 2024

How to Start Supporting Nonprofits in Austin Like It’s No Big Deal
How to Start Supporting Nonprofits in Austin Like It’s No Big Deal
No profit, no problem

News, Aug. 22, 2024

How to Protest Like a Pro in Austin
How to Protest Like a Pro in Austin
Amid rightward turn in higher ed we still have free speech

News, Aug. 22, 2024

Culture, Arts, and More Recommended Weekend Events
Culture, Arts, and More Recommended Weekend Events
Don't let the heat get you down

Arts, Aug. 15, 2024

Thelma, Louise, Musketeers, and More Queer Films Headline Our Week in Events
Thelma, Louise, Musketeers, and More Queer Films Headline Our Week in Events
Get your weekdays squared away

Arts, Aug. 15, 2024

Some Local Arts, Pride, and More Recommended Events
Some Local Arts, Pride, and More Recommended Events
Plan your Austin weekend

Arts, Aug. 8, 2024

<i>Matilda</i>, <i>The Matrix</i>, and Mixers in This Week’s Recommended Events
Matilda, The Matrix, and Mixers in This Week’s Recommended Events
Get nerdy, brooding, and out there with these suggestions

Arts, Aug. 8, 2024

Pride Abounds, Cats Pop, and Nuns Get Weird in These Events
Pride Abounds, Cats Pop, and Nuns Get Weird in These Events
Our recommendations for an art and community filled weekend

Arts, Aug. 1, 2024

Art in Motion, Pride Kickoff, and More Weekday Recommendations
Art in Motion, Pride Kickoff, and More Weekday Recommendations
Arts and more to keep you busy

Arts, Aug. 1, 2024

City-Contracted Toxic Algae Mitigation Tactic Has Seen “Mixed” Results
City-Contracted Toxic Algae Mitigation Tactic Has Seen “Mixed” Results
Algae production best slowed by limiting runoff

News, July 25, 2024

Youth Theatre, Late Movies, Brat Dances, and More Recommended Events
Youth Theatre, Late Movies, Brat Dances, and More Recommended Events
It's not scorching! Get out while you can!

Arts, July 25, 2024

A Jukebox Musical, Chicken Tips, and More Weekday Events
A Jukebox Musical, Chicken Tips, and More Weekday Events
Don't pretend like you don't need chicken tips

Arts, July 25, 2024

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