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County, city grapple for hotel dollars
"...over who will reap the benefits from levying the state-allowed maximum Hotel Occupancy Tax rate within the Austin city..."
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Aug. 23, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders
The History of the LGBTQ Movement in Austin
From Stonewall to today, how Pride has progressed in our city
"...sexual orientation – a first for the Lone Star State. It was a rallying moment for ALO's political committee,..."
Aug. 9, 2019 News Feature by Beth Sullivan
Public Notice: The Wrong Way, The Right Way
ALEC, APA two associations with different responses to our challenging times
"...group/bill mill has been a force in local and state government for decades, "corporate lobbyists, funded by big corporations..."
Aug. 9, 2019 News Column by Nick Barbaro
How a Collaboration Between Roky Erickson and Doug Sahm Became Part of the Blueprint for Punk Rock
Chapter one of the Austin Punk Chronicles concludes with two local legends setting the stage for a global music revolution
"...those inclinations found an instant fan in a fellow big dreamer, Doug Sahm, who saw the future of rock..."
Aug. 9, 2019 Music Feature by Tim Stegall
In Memoriam: Rhoda Winter Russell
Movement therapy pioneer who knew the greats of dance has died
"...with "queen mother of black dance" Katherine Dunham: "Every big-time, small-time black dancer studied with Syvilla." In New York,..."
Aug. 1, 2019 Arts Post by Robert Faires
Fantastic Fest Catches Taika Waititi's JoJo Rabbit
Thor: Ragnarok director's film to open 2019 celebration of the strange
"...the Shadows co-creator can break the curse when the festival kicks off on Sept. 19...."
July 30, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
aGLIFF 2019 Announces Full Lineup, Including Trixie Mattel Documentary
Gay Chorus Deep South to open jampacked fest schedule
"...aGLIFF – the All Genders, Lifestyles, and Identities Film Festival – has announced its full lineup for 2019, and..."
July 17, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Day Trips & Beyond: July Events Roundup
Balmorhea is back, baby!
"...Summer’s heating up with lots of festivals, music, and a horse race or two...."
June 29, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
Is Austin Big Enough for Both MLS and USL Soccer Teams?
Rival sports titans square off in soccer city
"...Bold Stadium, the Austin 360 Amphitheater and has hosted big crowds for concerts, sporting events like the X Games,..."
June 28, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders
Austin Film News: From A(nimation) to Z(ombies)
Production updates from around town and just beyond city limits
"...Big Money Time: When the state budget was finally thrashed..."
June 21, 2019 Screens Column by Richard Whittaker
Austin Contemplates How to Make I-35 Suck Less
The past, present, and future of the man-made barrier through the heart of our town
"...Texas Department of Transportation. "We all understand that the state is growing by 1,000 people per day, and they're..."
June 21, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison
ATX Fest Recap: How Archer Made it Into Space
Getting galactic with FXX's animated comedy at ATX TV Fest
"...with a special screening this morning at ATX Television Festival...."
June 8, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup
No more pencils, no more books, just tons of fun for everyone
"...beers. Barrow Brewing Company is a little brewery doing big things in Salado and they have invited 14 of..."
May 31, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
Great Austin Gift Ideas for College Graduation
Local bites, books, apparel, and ease the transition to the real world
"...Graduating from college is a big step, and with it usually comes big life changes...."
May 15, 2019 Events Post by Caitlin Davis
ATX Television Fest Heads to Yellowstone
Paramount Network show to headline Friday night programming
"...your best riding boots and wilderness gear: ATX Television Festival has just added the season two premiere of Yellowstone,..."
May 8, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup
Get ready for baby sea turtles, balloon launches, and more
"...the roads are calling with fun activities around the state...."
April 30, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
On the Sidelines With New Documentary Fathers of Football
Bradley Beesley throws out the playbook for his high school doc
"...weekend, after debuting last year at the Austin Film Festival, Beesley's latest documentary returns to Austin for an exclusive..."
April 26, 2019 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
A Guide to Austin Classical Music
The virtuosi who know the score and make beautiful music happen here
"...of Music, with James Dick at the Round Top Festival Institute, with his protégés of line upon line percussion...."
April 26, 2019 Arts Feature by Robert Faires
Seeing the Fusebox Festival Without Reservations
Tickets to some shows have been snapped up, but there’s still plenty of electric Fusebox action available
"...The one big drawback to doing things that are free is that..."
April 12, 2019 Arts Feature by Robert Faires
Faster Than Sound: Jackie Venson Solos
Local blues hero goes solo to cut costs, city polls on use of $12 million earmarked for the arts, and the U.S. State Dept. blocks Palestinian artist Dirar Kalash from the Fusebox Festival
"...Jones detailed considerable debt upon returning from her first big opening dates. Despite multiple overseas experiences, Austin blues star..."
April 12, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe
Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup
Spring has sprung, and here's 100 ways to celebrate
"...finally here with warmer temperatures and lots of music festivals, Renaissance festivals, and reasons to go day trippin’...."
April 1, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
Faster Than Sound: What Sparked Joy at SXSW Music
Marie Kondo-ing my Festival experience, with scooters and shooters in the giveaway pile
"...internet explosion of Western wear, female rappers drew the Festival's most engaged, excited crowds. Headlining superstar Lizzo (Detroiter Melissa..."
March 22, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe
Evan Smith on the Secret of Texas Tribune’s Success
Founder and CEO on the present and future of nonprofit journalism
"...A pitch meeting with Evan Smith resides somewhere between..."
March 13, 2019 News Post by Michael King
12 Can't-Miss Austin Bands at SXSW
Hip-hop, roots rock, pop, shoegaze, and more to keep your ears ringing
"...interplay of Zeale and Phranchyze: the former a fast-rapping, festival-ready natural and the latter spitting curveballs packed with NBA..."
March 7, 2019 Music Post by The Music Staff
Why Is Austin Such a Promised Land for Food Entrepreneurs?
The land of milk and honey and consumer packaged goods
"...looking to move to Austin. Still, the lack of state income tax and oft-lauded "affordable" standard of living make..."
March 8, 2019 Food Feature by Jessi Devenyns
The Ultimate Queer Guide to SXSW 2019
Often imitated, never duplicated, we’re here to keep it real kweer
"...2019 #BigGayKickoff, 6-10pm, Oilcan Harry’s, Free..."
March 1, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff
Day Trips & Beyond: March Events Roundup
Mardi Gras to St. Paddy's and much, much more
"...to permanently house the merry-go-round. With flying manes and big smiles, the horses appear to be carrying their young..."
March 1, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
Faster Than Sound: KVRX Launches the Largest College Radio Festival
KVRX station manager Gab Soong starts the largest ever student-run radio fest, national phone theft ring uncovered from ACL Fest, and Big Thief’s Buck Meek settles down outside the city
"...asked if the UT radio station put on a festival. Aside from increasingly big South by Southwest events and..."
March 1, 2019 Music Column by Rachel Rascoe
On the Edges of Gentrification, Planning a Different East Riverside Drive
City’s declared goals for the corridor and those of private developers do not necessarily coincide
"...affordable housing (preserved and new). Meanwhile, Austin's burgeoning real estate market has laid out its own path – bringing..."
Feb. 15, 2019 News Feature by Michael King
Stacey Abrams, Beastie Boys to Speak at SXSW
Nile Rodgers, Gwyneth Paltrow and more join the roster
"...The New York rap innovators last appeared at the festival and conference in 2006, before the death of fellow..."
