Texas Biodiesel Industry Talks Big Business in Austin

Conference and Expo drift: Those who have raised biodiesel industry out of infancy seeking sustained growth

"...sec­ond annual Texas Biodiesel Conference and Expo, held in Austin last Wednesday and Thurs­day by the Biodiesel Coalition of..."

Sept. 14, 2007 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Daytrips

"...regular star parties on Wednesday and Friday nights with Austin Astronomical Society-led star parties once a month. The park's..."

Aug. 29, 2003 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Five Dark Events to Beat the Heat

Nighttime distractions that flip off the sun

"...When even native Austinites are complaining about the heat, you know something's awry...."

July 21, 2023 Arts Column by Richard Whittaker

Total Solar Eclipse to Draw Crowds of Tourists to Town

The once-in-a-lifetime darkness is coming to Central Texas

"...8, the sun will disappear, and the sky over Austin will go dark...."

March 8, 2024 News Feature by Robyn Ross

Day Trips: Eagle Eye Observatory

Keep an eye on the night sky

"...The Austin Astronomical Society ran the once-a-month public program from its..."

May 24, 2019 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

The Canyon of the Eagles on Lake Buchanan outside of Burnet is as special as its name implies

"...to see wildlife. On Friday and Sunday nights the Austin Astronomical Society hosts star parties at the Eagle Eye..."

Feb. 11, 2005 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...Bald Eagles. Plans call for the development of an astronomical observatory, nature programs, and additional recreation facilities. Development affects..."

July 2, 1999 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

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Our readers talk back.

"...can't wait to read the next issue of The Austin Chronicle. I'm certain there will be high praise for..."

May 23, 2003 Column

We Think This Is a Great Way to Celebrate Earth Day

Because science!

"...Art.Science.Gallery. will be joined by such science-forward groups as Austin Mini Maker Faire and Austin Astronomical Society and Dorkbot..."

April 22, 2014 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Public Notice

Hale-Bopp, She-Bop, We Bop

"...Saturn and Comet Hale-Bopp. Witness it along with the Austin Astronomical Society (AAS) at Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve. 327-7622...."

March 21, 1997 Column by Kate X Messer

False Accusations

"...the management of Barton Springs and the City of Austin Aquatics Department of wrongdoing at Barton Springs Pool and..."

March 21, 1997 Column

Do a Little 'Dance

Austinites past and present converge on Park City

"...Perhaps the prices paid didn't reach some of the astronomical heights of years past, but the numbers were certainly..."

Feb. 4, 2011 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Something to Talk About

Silent but deadly are the grandes dames of pre-talkie Hollywood: Garbo, Bow, Gish, Pickford, Brooks. The Austin Film Society presents a new series honoring their early work.

"...The Austin Film Society's upcoming "Actresses of the Silent Screen" series..."

April 12, 2002 Screens Feature by Will Robinson Sheff

Coming of Age

"...But consider this. Of the 46 films playing in Austin last week, only one was directed by a woman...."

Aug. 20, 1999 Screens Feature by Sarah Hepola

Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events

Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on

"...of a host of local orgs and leaders including Austin City Council members, HABLA, PODER, and more, commemorates Chavez’s..."

March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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Our readers talk back.

"...Barton Springs is located outside of the city of Austin jurisdiction in Hays County. The water from the contributing..."

Aug. 23, 2002 Column

Todd Phelps: 'Creativity and Common Sense'

"...Austin Chronicle: I understand you're both a musician and a..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature

Naked City

"...• In Tuesday's yawner of a constitutional amendment election,..."

Nov. 9, 2007 News Feature

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Our readers talk back.

"...it or not, illegal immigrants are part of our society. The food we eat, the pavement under our feet,..."

June 30, 2006 Column

Unrelentingly Hostile

Three decades later, 'The Texas Chain Saw Massacre' is still about everyday evil. In 1977, two UT grad students explained.

"...Chainsaw Massacre (2003), directed by Marcus Nispel, opens in Austin this Friday. Here, we present an essay on the..."

Oct. 17, 2003 Screens Feature by Louis Black

Unrelentingly Hostile: Editor's Cut

This is an extended version of the story that ran in the print edition.

"...Chainsaw Massacre (2003), directed by Marcus Nispel, opens in Austin this Friday. Here, we present an essay on the..."

Oct. 17, 2003 Screens Feature by Louis Black

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Our readers talk back.

"...It is incorrect to say that Austin school trustees ended their budget hearing on Tuesday, Aug...."

Aug. 30, 2002 Column

Naked City

As more and more people have abandoned Austin, the feral cat population has soared.

"...Austin's population boom -- and more recently, bust -- has..."

June 29, 2001 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Humor, Introspection, Ecstasy

UT Composer Dan Welcher is one step away from greatness.

"...spring, Peter Bay, music director and conductor of the Austin Symphony, had the bright idea of getting UT composition..."

April 13, 2001 Music Feature by Robert Faires

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Bush on Borderline

"...Ever wish you could do something effective to keep Austin's smog from ending up like Houston's? Well, now you..."

June 11, 1999 Column

Day Trips & Beyond: May Travel Roundup

Flowers, birds, and more to spy on spring road trips

"...the total lunar eclipse on May 26. During this astronomical event the sun, Earth, and the moon are in..."

May 3, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Measured Edge

Weige Knives crafts custom blades for local chefs

"...Japanese bladesmiths' knives, like an Ichiro Hattori, can cost astronomical sums, and the waiting list can be years long...."

April 18, 2014 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Page Two

If you want to cut government spending, legalize pot, plus more pearls on government spending (or lack thereof) and the Austin Film and Green festivals.

"...Green Festival is this weekend, Oct. 11-12, at the Austin Convention Center (Saturday 10am-9pm, Sunday 11am-7pm). Austin has long..."

Oct. 10, 2003 Column by Louis Black

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"...Judge Aleshire may live outside of Austin, but his style and demeanor are pure Austin. His..."

Sept. 4, 1998 Column