Austin @ Large: Switching Tracks

The Union Pacific offer to move east symbolizes a new era in regional transportation politics

"...After years of not giving a rip about what Austinites (or, indeed, most Texans) think about this subject, the..."

April 9, 2004 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Austin @ Large: Time to Repeal SOS?

What's really at stake in the proposed Temple-Inland deal

"...allowing them to evade the restrictions of SOS, means Austin has already executed a de facto repeal of the..."

Jan. 16, 2004 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Austin @ Large: Austin at Large

For regional planning, it's a great day to go back to the future

"...a pretty good week for Will Wynn after all. Austin ISD has signed up its campuses for green power;..."

Oct. 10, 2003 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Austin @ Large: Vice, Vice Baby!

Why stop at casino gambling on Waller Creek? Bring on the sex, drugs, and smokestacks.

"...extravagantly splashed over Page One the Friday prior. "Whatever Austin is, it is not a gambling town," the board..."

Feb. 21, 2003 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

From Austin to Travis County -- With $$$$$$

Travis County's upcoming bond election asks mostly urban voters to fund suburban sprawl.

"...In 1998, environmental and development interests came together to support a far-reaching city bond..."

Oct. 19, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith

Why Austin Gets Screwed

"...than a decade, Capitol watchers have speculated on why Austin is targeted by legislators attempting to replace city ordinances..."

Dec. 29, 2000 News Feature by Louis Dubose

Austin Studios Takes Flight

The past year has been witness to an amazingly cooperative tag-team project between the Austin Film Society, the Austin City Council, and the Mueller Neighborhood Coalition that -- as of now -- has resulted in a superstar studio setup that could well change the very fabric of filmmaking in Austin.

"...This is Austin I'm talking about, of course, where the past year..."

Dec. 8, 2000 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

How $50,000 Is Shaking Up Austin's Black Artists Buried Treasure

"...an elusive miracle cure for any number of worthy Austin groups who are feeling the lack-of-funding crunch that reverberates..."

Feb. 23, 1996 Arts Feature by Danielle McClelland

Right-Wing Funded Civitas Institute Is Almost Up and Running at UT-Austin

Classes focused on “liberty” start this fall

"...UT professors lobbed plenty of questions at UT President..."

March 27, 2024 News Post by Kimberly Reeves

The Austin Chronic: SXSW Is High on Psychedelics, as Cannabis Programming Wanes

Conference programming manager Adam Wode explains why South by Southwest is turning on to psychoactive substances

"...to panels where venture capitalists brainstorm funding research & development for illicit substances to gain FDA approval...."

Jan. 5, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

South of Austin, White Supremacist Groups Are Flourishing

Patriot Front manager identified in Hays County

"...Wimberley – the picturesque village an hour southwest of Austin – is home to several notable musicians, including Paul..."

Dec. 29, 2023 News Feature by Jordan Buckley

Fire Up Your Smoker for an Austin Twist on Thanksgiving

Smoke ’em if you got ’em

"...the roasting turkey, you could instead take advantage of Austin's typically mild November weather and hang out alfresco with..."

Nov. 17, 2023 Food Feature by Taylor Tobin

The Austin Chronic: I Can Now Legally Possess Cannabis Oil and Edibles

Meet the newest patient in Texas’ Compassionate Use Program

"...This major life development got rolling last month when Texas Original CEO Nico..."

Oct. 13, 2023 Column by Kevin Curtin

Widespread Opposition to Concert Venue West of Austin Might Not Be Enough to Kill It

Commissioners say it’s a road safety issue

"...in response to widespread community pushback on the planned development. "I have heard you loud and clear," he began...."

Oct. 6, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Five Live and Legendary Austin Performances This Month

Local stages shake with terror, delight, and motion this September

"...initial offerings will provide a foundation for further creative development, culminating in a world premiere in March 2025.Thu.-Sat. through..."

Sept. 1, 2023 Arts Column by Wayne Alan Brenner

Austin's Juvenile Court Resists Publicly Addressing Criticisms of Racial Bias

A quiet court

"...diversity-focused workgroup, and the latest news in the years-long development of a "master plan" for juvenile facilities...."

July 14, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Quinlan

Austin-Made Evinced Brings a Message From the Future

Richeler Aladin's Austin-made sci-fi thriller Evinced tells of dark times but was made with joy

"...a compelling plot, whereas "The Masked 4" lacked character development. Evinced became a perfect solution. "I grew up on..."

March 4, 2022 Screens Feature by Dina Barrish

Austin at Large: Really? You and What Army?

Hand-wringing on all sides of all issues reflects our emerging crisis of legitimacy

"...from COVID-19) or fix anything (e.g., the power grid). Austin is in the same boat with many of its..."

Oct. 22, 2021 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Vaquero Taquero Opens Second Location in Downtown Austin

Saturday grand opening promises music and carne asada

"...an outdoor trompo. The celebration includes musical performances by Austin ska standards Los Kurados, alt-hip-hop duo Los Kid Brothers,..."

Sept. 16, 2021 Food Post by Rachel Rascoe

11 Ongoing Events and Activities for Austin Kids

Local orgs and museums offer virtual and IRL options

"...Virtual Activities Austin Public Library..."

April 5, 2021 Events Post by Katherine McNevins

Community Cinema Brings the Drive-In to East Austin

Outdoor projection is nothing new to the Community First! Village

"...find a way to get films back into East Austin. That's when he started looking across the entire property:..."

Aug. 24, 2020 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Meet Accomplice, the Austin Startup Paving the Way Toward an Immersive Future

Striving for a world with no more boring experiences

"...cheap trick. So say the founders of Accomplice, an Austin-based experiential design startup that is adamant about evolving beyond..."

Nov. 15, 2019 Screens Feature by Tom Cheredar

Multicultural Refugee Coalition Celebrates 10 Years of Growing Roots in Austin

Texas transplants find space to grow

"...farming opportunities by operating 40 community garden plots around Austin...."

Oct. 11, 2019 Food Feature by Veronica Meewes

@GayTrashCleanupCrew Helps Save Austin Green Spaces

Whole Foods millennial and partner inspire Instagrammers to pick up trash

"...graduation from South­western University in Georgetown, Christine Harbour upgraded Austin from weekend-hangout to second-hometown status. Originally from Houston, Harbour..."

Aug. 9, 2019 Food Feature by Alexandra Detmar

Whurley, Physics, and the Strange Work of Quantum Computing in Austin

Is the world ready to take a quantum leap?

"...behind a series of recognizable startups, such as creative development firm Chaotic Moon, small-business retirement savings planner Honest Dollar,..."

April 19, 2019 Screens Feature by Tom Cheredar

Innovating an End to Austin Street Life in Community First, A Home for the Homeless

Getting a second chance at a home

"...At Community First! Village, a self-sustaining development in East Austin where the formerly homeless live in..."

March 8, 2019 Screens Feature by Nina Hernandez

Austin Chefs on What "Locally Sourced" Means to Them

Small gardens have big impact on flavor

"...in popularity, and become a focal point for menu development and bragging rights...."

Oct. 19, 2018 Food Feature by R.T. Frank

Why Farm-Raised Fish Are a Good Idea for Austin

Demystifying the process and why it makes sense for our landlocked city

"...fish as beef or chicken," says Steven Curtis of Austin Seafood Products, a local fish wholesaler in Austin since..."

June 1, 2018 Food Feature by Jessi Devenyns

Public Notice: Austin Saves CodeNEXT Saves Austin

City forges "grand compromise" on land use regulations

"...premier designer and builder of breweries and distilleries in Austin; he even has the website www.breweryarchitect.com, a blog where..."

March 30, 2018 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Austin's Disappearing Mobile Home Communities

Redeveloping a manufactured housing park isn’t the only way its new owner can turn a profit

"...Dutton works as a development lead for the Planning and Zoning Department, and said..."

Dec. 15, 2017 News Feature by Joseph Caterine

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