Day Trips: San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site, San Felipe

Reconstruction of the colonial capital of Texas is a step back in time

"...town plat covered nearly 1,000 acres south from the Brazos River. Only about 100 acres were developed. "The lots..."

Dec. 10, 2021 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: November Events Roundup

It’s time for chili cook-offs, festivals, and all sorts of November fun

"...Christmas Market Nov. 20, Washington-on-the-Brazos, www.wheretexasbecametexas.org..."

Nov. 5, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Judge: No New Trial for Rodney Reed

Bastrop County judge's recommendation comes after Reed's attorney argued new evidence warranted a trial

"...Langley, who served 30 years as a judge in Brazos County before retiring in 2014, wrote in his recommendation..."

Nov. 5, 2021 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Enjoy fall foliage, festivals, and fairs

"...Ghosts Along the Brazos Oct. 23, West Columbia, www.thc.texas.gov/historic-sites/varner-hogg-plantation-state-historic-site..."

Oct. 1, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Learning to Love Austin FC's Roster Through Their Native Cuisines

International players' kitchen

"...as soon as you arrive. Foxy’s Proper Pub (201 Brazos St., foxysproperpub.com) has stepped up admirably to fill the..."

June 18, 2021 Features Feature by Adam Wood

St. Patrick’s Day Could Chase the Snakes of Your Blues Away

Annual celebration of all things Irish brings new shenanigans

"...hole (from Heather and Steve Potts, at Second and Brazos) in our latest Booze News & Views column …..."

March 8, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Booze News & Views

Just a wee dram of What's Happening as March marches in …

"...that Foxy’s is already there waiting at Second & Brazos – waiting for you to stop by and wet..."

March 1, 2021 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Day Trips & Beyond: February Events Roundup

News from Hueco Tanks, Black's Barbecue, and lots more

"...Cooking at the Quarters Feb. 6-7, Washington-on-the-Brazos, www.thc.texas.gov/news-events/events/focus-weekend-cooking-quarters-9..."

Feb. 5, 2021 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

The Blanton Museum Undertakes a $35 Million Makeover of Its Grounds

With the international architectural firm Snøhetta, the UT museum will add community spaces and art to its outdoor experience

"...visitors, you come out of the University of Texas' Brazos garage – your closest parking option – only to..."

Jan. 22, 2021 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Jeany's Ginger Elixir Is "The Caribbean in a Bottle"

Varied flavors put you on island time

"...collard greens, cilantro, and mint. Watermelon comes from Big Brazos Sustainable Farm. I also barter with other local farmers..."

July 24, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Working Overtime to Provide for Unhoused Neighbors During the Coronavirus Pandemic

All shall be fed

"...24, to the Central Presbyterian Church on Eighth and Brazos. More than a dozen families prepared individually packaged meals..."

April 3, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

A Light in Darkness

"...circumstances. Our church, on the corner of Eighth & Brazos, is a place people can drop off any extra..."

March 20, 2020 Postmarks

Rick Kennedy and Pete Sessions Lead In Run-Off for Texas' 17th Congressional District

Both sides of ballot in contest for radically gerrymandered seat

"...gerrymandered seat that extends from North Austin east to Brazos County and northwest to Waco. For the Dem­o­crats, 2018..."

March 13, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Nine Austin Juice Bars to Boost Your Immunity

You really can’t go wrong with fresh fruit and vegetables

"...find, but worth the hunt. It’s tucked away on Brazos – perfect for those who work downtown and wanna..."

March 10, 2020 Food Post by Zelly Martin

15 Austin Restaurants & Bars With Alcohol-Free Menu Options

"...rainbow of super fresh drinks, alcoholic or not. 720 Brazos www.cu29cocktailbar.com..."

March 6, 2020 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Big Wonderful Thing: A History of Texas Lives Up to Its Title

Stephen Harrigan chronicles the Lone Star State’s last 500 years

"...at the Alamo and San Jacinto. Here's Navarro at Washington-on-the-Brazos signing the Texas Declaration of Independence, then reappearing as..."

Feb. 28, 2020 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Opinion: LCRA’s Water Marketing Ambitions Could Lower the Colorado River Below Austin

Environmental activist Rusty Middleton raises concerns over a groundwater pumping plan

"...groundwater extraction. The Rio Grande, San Saba, Colorado, and Brazos Rivers are just a few examples cited by a..."

Feb. 21, 2020 Column by Rusty Middleton

Now Streaming in Austin: "Pigeon: Impossible"

From "Pigeon Impossible" to Spies in Disguise

"...like it's located at the corner of Sixth and Brazos, which Martell used as the architectural model for the..."

Dec. 27, 2019 Screens Column by Richard Whittaker

City Council Ready to Move on From Camping Ban

"Council made a decision, and it's time for us to move past the divisiveness in the community"

"...of Downtown, between E. Fourth, Brushy, E. 11th, and Brazos. If a person is found camping within that area,..."

Oct. 25, 2019 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Chad Holt, Austin's Last Provocateur

The Total Badass left his mark on the city's underground

"...notes that he'd been the student body president for Brazos­wood High School in 1991. His younger sister, Ashley Cuellar,..."

Oct. 18, 2019 Screens Feature by Kevin Curtin

Day Trips & Beyond: September Events Roundup

Fall into fun!

"...Commission. Sites transferring include the San Jacinto Battleground Monument, Washington-on-the-Brazos, Fanthrop Inn, Monument Hill and Kreische Brewery, Lipantitlan, and..."

Aug. 31, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Uncovering the Mysteries of Austin’s Speakeasies and Secret Bars

A guide to some of the hidden (and not-so-hidden) bars around town

"...Firehouse Lounge605 Brazos www.firehousehostel.com/en-us/lounge..."

Aug. 2, 2019 Food Feature by Lina Fisher

18 Coffee Shops and Cafes in Downtown Austin for When You're On the Go

A caffeine fix is never far away

"...604 Brazos Located in the Driskill Hotel, this cafe is a..."

July 23, 2019 Food Post

16 of Austin's Best Downtown Restaurants

Excellent eateries to explore on foot

"...201-B Brazos New on the crowded Italian scene, “The Fox” offers..."

July 22, 2019 Food Post

Public Notice: Earth Day Redux

Early showers stretch timeline for Earth Day celebrations

"...is Tuesday, April 30, 6-8pm at Capital Factory, 701 Brazos. Watch four local environmental entrepreneurs vie for two $10,000..."

April 26, 2019 News Column by Nick Barbaro

SXSW Comedy: The Daily Show Presents the Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library

Capturing the President's character in 140-character bursts

"...Twitter Library Saturday-Monday, March 9-11, 10am-10pm, Driskill Hotel, 604 Brazos..."

March 9, 2019 SXSW Post by Ashley Moreno

Women Empowered: Five SXSW Panel Picks

"...Women Leading the MovementMonday, March 11, 9:30am, JW Marriott Brazos Rm. The U.S. embarrassingly lags when it comes to..."

March 8, 2019 News Feature by Mary Tuma

Our #1 Friend Crushes at SXSW 2019

Eight panelists we want to be our SXBFFs

"...Late Night Trashcan: Saturday, March 9, 3:30pm, JW Marriott Brazos Room Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion..."

March 5, 2019 SXSW Post by Kimberley Jones

The Ultimate Queer Guide to SXSW 2019

Often imitated, never duplicated, we’re here to keep it real kweer

"...HBO’s Human By Orientation Campaign Launch Party, 6pm, Brazos Hall, Badge priority..."

March 1, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff

Public Notice: Closeout!

Zucker Report finally put to bed? Eh, sorta.

"...is Tuesday, Feb. 26, 6-8pm, at Capital Factory, 701 Brazos. RSVP to attend at www.reversepitch.org...."

Feb. 22, 2019 News Column by Nick Barbaro

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