The Soul of a Small Texas Town: Photographs, Memories, and History From McDade

"...linked McDade economically to the neighboring communities of Manor, Elgin, Paige, Lexington, and Giddings was Highway 20, the old..."

July 7, 2000 Books Review by Dick Holland

Second Helpings: BBQ Joints Within an Hour of Austin

Cusines editor Virigina B. Wood and Chronicle writer Greg Beets serve up barbecue joints within an hour of Austin in this week's Second Helpings.

"...For years, Central Texas towns such as Lockhart, Elgin, and Taylor have been home to some justifiably famous..."

March 17, 2000 Food Column

Postmarks

We are wrong, wrong, wrong. So is golf.

"...See Land, Save Elgin..."

March 10, 2000 Column

Shaky Railing

Three former Capital Metro board members and two former employees claim that the transportation agency attempted to put Longhorn Railway, its costly freight rail operator, out of business.

"...has to send his locomotives all the way to Elgin, a 60-mile round trip...."

Dec. 10, 1999 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Day Trips

Museum-hopping in Houston.

"...Hogeye Festival in Elgin honors the legend of Elgin Hot Sausage, but the..."

Oct. 22, 1999 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Coal Hard Cash

Alcoa has applied for a mining application in Elgin, near Austin.

"...a scheme to open a vast new mine near Elgin, about 20 miles from Austin, on land owned for..."

Sept. 3, 1999 News Feature

America's Ethnic Music Mantle

"...-- Cameron, Caldwell, Marlin, Waco, Riesel, Killeen, Gatesville, Taylor, Elgin, Austin. She ought to know: She was born and..."

Oct. 30, 1998 Music Feature by Jay Hardwig

Day Trips

"...Evergreen Farms, south of Elgin off FM1704, 409/775-1717...."

Dec. 12, 1997 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...Hogeye Festival in Elgin is the only place to play Cow Patty Bingo..."

Oct. 24, 1997 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Food-O-File

"...25, check out the Hogeye Festival in historic downtown Elgin. The annual pig party will be serving up hot..."

Oct. 24, 1997 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Postscripts

Alice Walker in Austin

"...hosting a reception for Austin authors Joe and Tara Elgin Holley on Saturday, May 2, 7-9pm on the St...."

May 2, 1997 Books Column by Lee Nichols

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

Plus Luther Hotel updates, Elephant Rock petition, more

"...Music in the Park April 5-May 31, Elgin, www.elgintexas.gov..."

April 2, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Six Great Breweries Off the Beaten Path

In tumultuous times for Austin beer, these undersung gems are worth seeking out

"...or Circle (which also shuttered its brand-new taproom in Elgin for maximum pain). Friends & Allies, gone. Thirsty Planet,..."

March 1, 2024 Food Feature by Eric Puga

The Austin Chronic: How Worried Should Cannabis Users Be Over Paxton Suing Austin?

A Q&A with Congressman Greg Casar

"...that have decriminalized personal possession of marijuana: San Marcos, Elgin, Killeen, Denton, and, of course, Austin...."

Feb. 16, 2024 Column by Kevin Curtin

Dog Toys and Puppy Sports Lead Our Recommended Community Events

Bucking broncos, drag vampires, and more highlights

"...We’ve been in the Elgin Butler Brick Company building for almost 33 years now..."

Feb. 9, 2024 Arts Feature by Katherine McNevins

Why Austin Can’t Seem to Quit Its Despised Coal Plant

Locals continue to get coal for Christmas

"...LCRA and several local stakeholders, including the city of Elgin, private water utilities, and nonprofit Environmental Stewardship. Per the..."

Dec. 1, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Austin's Transportation Future: What Will It Look Like in 2033?

Highways, headless horsemen, and high-speed trains: The ghost of our transportation future

"...east from the convention center and eventually north to Elgin – could come later. ATP also lists extensions in..."

Nov. 10, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham

Tesla Updates Travis County on Community Investments, “Ecological Paradise” Progress

Massive workforce development, still no data on water usage

"...climbed from 50 to 200, from Del Valle, Bastrop, Elgin, Manor, and Austin...."

Oct. 19, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Watch This: The Hushabyes Debut on Lindsey Verrill’s New New Sincerity Label

The Jenny Carson-led band premieres an ominous video for “Sleep”

"...and things get weird. It was a night in Elgin none of us will forget – especially the neighbors..."

Oct. 19, 2023 Music Post by Doug Freeman

Day Trips & Beyond: October Events Roundup

Bid the sun farewell and enjoy a fall fair this October

"...Hogeye Festival Oct. 28, Elgin, www.elgintexas.gov..."

Oct. 5, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Circle Brewing Co. Closes; épicerie and Franklin Barbecue Bring the Brisketed Croissanty Brilliance; There’s a Coffee Festival and a Craft Brewers Festival and a Mediterranean Festival and – So Much Going On!

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...15 years. The company tried to expand operations to Elgin in May of this year, but financing proved insurmountably..."

Sept. 27, 2023 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Crosstalk: Good Looks Lose Tour Van in Serious Car Crash, And More Music News

KOKEFEST abruptly canceled, and Lucy 93.3 switched to Latin pop

"...costs as a driving force behind his move to Elgin. The news clip also broadcast results from the 2022..."

July 21, 2023 Music Column by Genevieve Wood

New Plans for Bastrop Film Studio Hope to Overcome Its Volatile History

Can new management help Spiderwood Studios rise again?

"...least, that's the vision for the new owners of Elgin's storied Spiderwood Studios 969...."

June 9, 2023 Screens Feature by Dex Wesley Parra

Crucial Concerts for the Coming Week

The Austin Record Convention, Cinco de Mayo Extravaganza, Pecan Street Festival, and UTOPiAfest lead our recommended shows this week

"...Tame Impala's touring bass guitarist comes to Elgin. Entry is free; RSVP via Eventbrite. The PointVarious Locations,..."

May 5, 2023 Music Column by Raoul Hernandez

Outlander Star Caitriona Balfe, Andor Creator Tony Gilroy Join ATX TV Festival Lineup

State of the industry panel also slated for June fest

".../ showrunner / executive producer / writer / director Elgin James, and cast members JD Pardo, Clayton Cardenas, Emilio..."

April 27, 2023 Screens Post by Kimberley Jones

Ahead of Farm Bill, Rep. Casar Taps Central Texas Farmers for Input

Roundtable discussion urges quicker loans, more land access, and easier paperwork

"...Bank and also has a small vegetable farm in Elgin, urged "access to working capital that does not require..."

April 21, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Lazarus' Second Location Works Hard So You Can Relax With a Beer

The new, North Loop location is Laz'r focused

"...future developers like St. Elmo (Walnut Bend), Circle Brewing (Elgin), and Austin Beerworks (Springdale). Not only for the businesses,..."

March 3, 2023 Food Feature by Eric Puga

Top 10 Austin Food News Stories of 2022

Restaurant closures, inflation woes, and cannabis wins

"...suit, including our very smart neighbors San Marcos and Elgin. Even better, on October 6, President Joe Biden pardoned..."

Dec. 16, 2022 Food Feature by Melanie Haupt

Black Entrepreneur Talks About the Future of Cannabis

The cannabis industry to come

"...were on the ballot in Denton, San Marcos, Killeen, Elgin, and Harker Heights. All passed easily, with the slimmest..."

Dec. 2, 2022 News Feature by Leena Alali

Gifts for Green Buds

Cannabis reform, chill refreshments, and real cool prezzies

"...decriminalize low-level "marijuana" possession. Lovely neighbors San Marcos and Elgin (along with three other Texas cities) joined the forward..."

Dec. 2, 2022 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

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