Arts Groups Lose Promised Grant Money in Friday Night NEA Massacre

Leading Austin cultural institutions face slashed finances

"...adding that "losing this funding represents not just a financial challenge, but a blow to the arts ecosystem in..."

May 5, 2025 Arts Post by Richard Whittaker

City Council Recognizes Inclusive Queer Wellness Center

OutWellness clinic honored for their affirming LGBTQ care

"...Austin is a really cool opportunity to bring my community together and show that there are some folks who..."

April 24, 2025 Qmmunity Post by Lucciana Choueiry

Is Austin’s New Arts Umbrella Organization Just in Time or Too Little, Too Late?

After two decades of treating culture and creativity as an afterthought, the city of Austin finally has a real arts department

"...actively empowered by city leadership to serve the arts community.”..."

April 25, 2025 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Self Portraits, Carnivals, and Cannibalism in Our Recommended Events

The weekend in arts and culture

"...Thursday 27 - Saturday 29, Dougherty Arts Center..."

March 28, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

Mexican American Cultural Center Finalizes Phase 2 of Renovations

Fall 2025 reopening is still on track

"...The Emma S. Barrientos Mexican American Cultural Center was closed to the public in January 2023 as..."

March 14, 2025 News Feature by Mattea Gallaway

Austin Gets Compared to a Lot of Cities. But Is Life Better There?

Shopping for home

"...a city sidewalk, the city found itself at the center of a global uprising against police violence and racial..."

Feb. 21, 2025 News Feature by Abe Asher

We Give Two Thumbs Up to These Weekend Events

Arty and culture-y things to get up to

"...One preoccupation of the queer community that I can’t – and won’t – explain is..."

Jan. 31, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

City Council Gets Its Head in the Game

With only one first-term Trump-era vet and several rookies, Council squares up

"...pushed out. That means more robust land banking and community land trusts (where local government owns the land that..."

Jan. 31, 2025 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Dungeons & Dragons, Trivia, Comics, and More Recommended Events

It's a new year! Why not try some new things?

"...a young musician trying to balance a desire for financial success with his artistic integrity – alongside a cast..."

Jan. 3, 2025 Arts Feature by James Scott

The Right-Wingification of UT

Texas targets liberal enemies within one of the top U.S. schools

"...Rufo had been invited to speak at the Salem Center, UT’s new right-wing think tank headquartered in Rowling Hall,..."

Nov. 22, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

City Council Girds for a Second Trump Administration

Threats to undocumented immigrants are a major concern

"...of Central Texas, which will be able to provide financial and legal support to people who get flagged for..."

Nov. 15, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Austin’s Best Breweries of 2024, Power Ranked!

Welcome to Top of the Hops IX

"...three Untappd (holy smokes, that's still around?) Beer App Community Awards for Pecan Praline Bock, Treeform Farmhouse IPA aces,..."

Oct. 17, 2024 Food Post by Eric Puga

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Catch up on Lone Star State news and plan some fall fun

"...will be speakers, demonstrations, and booths around the Visitor Center off U.S. Highway 69/287 eight miles north of Kountze...."

Oct. 4, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

In Politics to Win, Again and Again

Introducing the passionate people who get our local politicians elected

"...William “Peck” Young is another legendary campaigner, or, to..."

Sept. 13, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

ArmadilloCon, Art, a Hot Sauce Hootenanny, and More Recommended Events

Get out and get spicy this weekend

"...leviathan of weird short stories and godfather to the community around the convention, Austin’s premier celebration of fantasy and..."

Sept. 6, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Money City Could Spend on Community Programs Likely Going to Police Raises

Council set to adopt next year’s budget on Wednesday

"...City Council is set to adopt a budget later..."

Aug. 13, 2024 News Post by Austin Sanders

An Art, a Craft, a Movie, and More Events for the Weekdays

Don't let the workweek get you down

"...Wednesday 24, Round Rock Community Clay..."

July 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Why Venues Are Struggling to Stay Open in the Live Music Capital of the World

As Hot Summer Nights descends, Austin’s live music epicenter campaigns for city support

"...dedicated to music, not just drinking, in one walkable epicenter...."

July 12, 2024 Music Feature by Carys Anderson

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Not Enough Nurses at Nursing Homes: This week, Community Impact took a look at nursing homes in Central..."

June 7, 2024 News Feature

Inside the Small Presses Driving Austin’s Literary Scene

Meet the local small presses committed to publishing diverse literature

"...article, The Austin Chronicle is that literary conference. Despite financial struggles and missed connections, Austin does have multiple small..."

May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson

Austin State Hospital Reopens This Summer

Texas overhauls psychiatric system aiming to free up jails

"...could instead be treated as outpatients. And from a financial perspective, when patients sit in an emergency room for..."

May 31, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Consigned to History: The Last Days of the Austin Antique Mall

When two iconic Austin businesses share an address, someday one was going to lose out

"...walls of the building it shares with Playland Skate Center. The staff in the front cubby chat with vendors..."

May 17, 2024 Arts Feature by Richard Whittaker

Having a Plan for When Shit Hits the Fan: A Journey in Prepping

What disaster preparedness experts have to say about best-laid plans for worst-case scenarios

"...I’m resourceful, I’m crafty, I have a community that looks out for each other. I have beans..."

April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin

Budget Cuts Are Coming to Austin ISD

And probably a tax increase too

"...of the board of trustees, as he and Chief Financial Officer Eduardo Ramos presented the district’s plan to halve..."

April 26, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

UT-Austin Lays Off People in 60 DEI-Related Positions

Senator threatens legal action if schools don't comply with new law

"...and mostly included renamings: The Division of Diversity and Community Engagement replaced "Diversity" with "Campus." The Gender and Sexuality..."

April 2, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

Queer Comedy, a Goth Market, and More Community Events

Recommended happenings for your calendar's approval

"...for the Lilith Fund, a nonprofit that “provides direct financial and emotional support to Texans forced to travel to..."

March 15, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...and other free concerts with a co-sponsorship and increased financial support from H-E-B. The free concert series will resume..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature

Council to Propose Resolution for City Co-Sponsorship of Free Live Music Events

Natasha Harper-Madison will suggest an initiative at Feb. 15 meeting

"...on the Green first launched at North Austin shopping center the Arboretum before moving to Zilker Park, where in..."

Feb. 14, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...shopping goes from 9pm to 2am.  – Carys Anderson Financial Literacy Workshop..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Carnaval to Chili Cook-Off: This Week's Recommended Community Events

A kickoff for Black History Month, Mean Girls trivia, a farewell to boobies, and more

"...an easy one, but the five rounds of questions centered on the movie that had everyone wearing pink decades..."

Feb. 2, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

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