FLDS Sect Thriving in West Texas

Despite leader Warren Jeffs' legal woes, group's gated compound in Eldorado reportedly growing

"...for our favorite polygamist prophet, Warren Jeffs, imprisoned leader of the Mormon breakaway sect the Fundamental Church of Jesus..."

Oct. 12, 2007 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Wondrous Journey

At Conspirare's concert Wondrous Journey, the sheer pleasure that this choral ensemble's members take in singing shone through even more resplendently than usual

"..."I take pleasure in singing." So do the members of Conspirare, a fact splendidly in evidence throughout the choral..."

March 3, 2006 Arts Review by Robert Faires

TV Eye

In with old, in with the new

"...aren't into American Idol – which has the distinction of being the first prime-time program to surpass the Olympics..."

Feb. 24, 2006 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

More-Bizarre-Than-Usual FLDS Update

"Prophet" sued again; and West Texas crematorium rumors

"..."M.J." is suing fugitive "prophet" Warren Jeffs, the leader of the breakaway sect of polygamist Mormons known as the..."

Dec. 23, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

After a Fashion

Stephen lovingly remembers his time designing couture for Zach Scott Theatre

"...to a luncheon last week to celebrate 30 years of Zachary Scott Theatre's children's educational program, Project Interact. Of..."

Nov. 18, 2005 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Beside the Point: Somewhere Over the Dais

Pay no attention to the man sleeping under the bridge

"...giggly council, along with what was left at 10pm of a crowd after the marathon presentation on African-American Quality..."

Nov. 4, 2005 News Feature by Wells Dunbar

Porco Rosso

Am I really saying it's better than Casablanca? You read right, and I say bring it.

"...World War I flying ace snores into the pages of a movie magazine, and only the promise of cash..."

April 22, 2005 Screens Review by Spencer Parsons

TV Eye

If they launch it, viewers will come

"...the fundamental idea behind the Fox network's announcement to officially move to a year-round programming schedule. Changing the TV..."

June 4, 2004 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Ralph Nader's Open Letter to the Legislature

"...May 20, 2003 Members of the Texas Legislature Capitol Building Austin, Texas, 78701..."

June 20, 2003 News Column

Suggested Viewing

"...No guarantees, but I believe each of these films is available from at least one of..."

Jan. 19, 2001 Screens Feature by Nick Barbaro

TV Eye

Resurrection Blvd. may not be the perfect show about the Latino experience, but it's a step in the right direction; also, Sex and the City's third season disappoints.

"...Blvd., the new Showtime series featuring Latinos in front of and behind the camera, has earned some limited praise..."

July 7, 2000 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Conversations With Wilder

"...Cameron Crowe in the introduction to his own chapter of film history. "A somewhat elegant affair, populated solely by..."

March 10, 2000 Books Review by Raoul Hernandez

After a Fashion

Purchasing celebrity detritus on eBay

"...that it has made my life unmanageable. The thrill of the hunt and the sweet, fleeting victory of the..."

Nov. 12, 1999 Column by Stephen MacMillan Moser

Agent Sage

Retired FBI agent Byron Sage is still defending FBI's role at Waco.

"...paid to care. He retired from the Federal Bureau of Investigation 13 months ago. He has a good pension,..."

Nov. 12, 1999 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Coca-Cola High School

Marketing at Westlake: It's the Deal Thing

"...by Doug Potter Westlake High School gets a new softball field. Coca-Cola gets exclusive access to the gullets of..."

Aug. 22, 1997 News Feature by Robert Bryce

A Winter Formal, a Yellow Brick Ball, and More Recommended Events

Arts and culture happenings for the weekend

"...sounds and onstage shadow projects. Make a freakin’ night of it, why don’tcha, and order a little pasta from..."

Jan. 24, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Art, Movies, Sober Partying, and a Majestic Ball in This Weekend’s Recommended Events

Get out and get arty

"...presenting three artists for two weeks each. Kicking it off are Jan Pomeroy, Denise Elliott Jones, and Kristy Battani...."

June 21, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

A Beloved Birthday, Dragon Boats, and More Recommended Events for the Week

Get out before the heat descends

"...A park is more than just green space; more often than not, it is the heart of a community...."

April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup

Summer travel opportunities and news from all over Texas

"...This old head. It’s not often that a purchase at a Goodwill store turns out..."

June 2, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Ice Pick’s Pies Are Warming Up This Cold Town

Artisanal baker delivers Austin the savory and the sweet

"...we’ve got better things to do, and all God’s children (not to mention the dear spawn of Satan, tyvm)..."

March 6, 2019 Arts Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Cowboys vs. Hippies: The Texas Chain Saw Massacre Subtext

The Texas Chain Saw Massacre reflects Austin's culture in 1974

"...A dead armadillo in the middle of the highway. One of the first images in 1974's..."

Oct. 3, 2014 Screens Feature by Richard Whittaker

Texas Book Festival Announces Full Lineup

From R.L. Stine to Reza Aslan, 225-plus converge on the Capitol

"...After half an hour of mingling and catching up, folks turned their attention to..."

Sept. 10, 2013 Books Post by Monica Riese

The Great Artdoors

Summer's here, and the time is right for outdoor performances all over Central Texas

"...little sweat with their culture, and there's a wealth of theatre, dance, and classical music being offered under the..."

May 17, 2013 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

The Bandera Way

Scenes from a marriage in four acts.

"...bright natural light pours in through the large windows of a house owned by the reigning couple of Austin..."

Feb. 8, 2013 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Vinyl Ashes

A gray vinyl 7-inch with your exit songs?

"...Brian Doom, alias of a dear friend's husband, sent out a short e-mail..."

Dec. 31, 2010 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Crossroads 3

I went up to the Crossroads – and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame – fell down on my knees

"...Cleveland Heights. A hillbilly wedding in the birdsong mountains of West Virginia had flown us into Pittsburgh, and first..."

July 2, 2010 Music Feature by Raoul Hernandez

Imagined Mexico

A personal guide to three exhibits on Mexico through one bifurcated perspective

"...in Xilitla – the air, the earth, the taste of rain, the smell of the sun, the shape of..."

April 16, 2010 Arts Feature by Belinda Acosta

Chasing Amy

Painting lamps, chasing elephants, and singing with Alejandro Escovedo: Amy Cook jumps into the pool

"...Amy Cook seats herself on the basement floor of the not-yet-open Hotel Havana in San Antonio. The room..."

April 9, 2010 Music Feature by Margaret Moser

Point Austin: Levy Steps Back ... and Shoots Long

Running the city is easier campaigned than done

"...fall that he was considering a run for mayor of Austin, he added that he would not be beholden..."

Feb. 20, 2009 News Column by Michael King

Old Settler's Music Festival Preview

Bluebonnets and bluegrass: the Old Settler's Music Festival, still picking, still grinning

"...the Old Settler's Music Festival has marked the arrival of spring to Central Texas as surely as bluebonnets alongside..."

April 18, 2008 Music Feature

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