Election Results for Constitutional Amendments and County Propositions

Voters approve child care tax breaks, teacher retirement boost, gas plant subsidies, and more

"...the idea of providing even more protection to Texas farmers, especially big ag. Four out of five chose to..."

Nov. 10, 2023 News Feature by the News Team

Chronicle Endorsements for the November 7 Election

Looking for guidance on the ballot's constitutional amendments and county propositions? We got you.

"...legislative session. It's funky that our state does this, and for many years the Chronicle recommended voting against all..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature

Storm Relief Org Puts Down Roots to Help Farms

Texas Farm Resilience Collaborative brings financial relief in wake of Winter Storm Uri damage

"...Winter Storm Uri last February, frozen eggs, collapsed greenhouses, and dead livestock wreaked havoc on Texas farmers' and ranchers'..."

Jan. 14, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Fear & Loathing

Travis County says goodbye to a coyote-killing machine

"...for about a million years, primarily in rural spaces. And since the Sixties they've also been colonizing within our..."

Dec. 22, 2017 News Feature by Lindsay Stafford Mader

East Austin Urban Farm Tour Announces Lineup

Tickets on sale now for annual food crawl

"...last summer because they were only $35 at H&M and, besides, you remember Kelly Kapowski always looking great in..."

March 20, 2017 Food Post by Brandon Watson

East Austin Urban Farm Tour Announces Lineup

Eat at more than 20 restaurants on one Sunday

"...that many opportunities to spend quality time with chickens and bunnies. And you probably have not dined at all..."

April 5, 2016 Food Post by Brandon Watson

Can You Say EAUFT?

Spring is the time to tour Austin's urban farms

"...Thanks to recent rains, Austin's well-loved urban farms are all decked out in spring blossoms and greenery,..."

April 6, 2015 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Let It Grow

The fifth annual East Austin Urban Farm Tour celebrates local farmers and chefs

"...Sun up to sun down, sweaty with mud-caked hands, there's something decidedly primal about tapping into agrarian roots...."

April 11, 2014 Food Feature by Anna Toon

Food-o-File

Where there's 'Smoke' ...

"...The once-happy business partnership between Damian and Trina Mandola and Drs. Stan and Lisa Duchman that..."

April 11, 2014 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

The Farm Report: Both Sides Win, Lose

After a bruising debate, urban farmers and neighborhood activists pick up the pieces

"...Council's Nov. 21 vote on revisions to the urban farm code, tensions are still high among community stakeholders. More..."

Dec. 6, 2013 News Feature by Anna Toon

Urban Farms: Mediation Bears No Fruit

Compromise seems unlikely in debate

"...over city staff's proposed revisions to the city's urban farm code, has thus far yielded little, if any, result...."

Nov. 22, 2013 News Feature by Anna Toon

Farm and Food Leadership Conference

Farm and Ranch Freedom Alliance hosts annual conference Sept. 22-23

"...Nonprofit leaders, farmers and ranchers, and local food activists will gather at..."

Sept. 17, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

In Memoriam: Coyote Creek Farm Founder Jeremiah Cunningham

Celebration of Life planned for Friday, August 9

"...Friends, family, and an adoring community will gather to celebrate the life..."

Aug. 7, 2013 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Plowing Forward

Local food bills signed into law

"...bill, by Rep. Eddie Rodriguez, D-Austin; HB 1382, the farmers’ market bill, by Rep. David Simpson, R-Longview; and HB..."

June 19, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

Legislative Update

Passage of bills spells progress for local food movement

"...Bill 970. Widely known as the cottage foods bill and sponsored by Rep. Eddie Rodriguez, D-Austin, the bill expands..."

May 8, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

Veni, Vidi, Vici at Vaca y Vino

Multitasking hospitality pros tackle a 1,000-pound steer at benefit event

"...sun rose over the oak-tree-lined grassy meadow at Bridges Ranch, I pulled up to find Lou Lambert's team hard..."

May 3, 2013 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Food Fight

Animal ID bill places unnecessary burden on nonindustrial farmers

"...the Texas House Calendars Committee, worrying many small producers and food activists...."

April 26, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

Food Events

April 19-22

"...food trucks, zero waste demos, an interactive art experience, and a petting zoo. Fri., April 19, 5-9pm. Lustre Pearl,..."

April 19, 2013 Food Column

Vaca y Vino in the Texas Hill Country

Argentine-inspired beef & wine event at Bridges Ranch

"...Lambert's Downtown Barbecue co-owners Chef Larry McGuire and third-generation rancher Will Bridges host an Argentine-style live fire..."

April 18, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

The Fourth Annual East Austin Urban Farm Tour

Stroll through Eastside urban farms and enjoy tasty eats and drinks from local vendors

"...community is through full immersion in its food, drinks, and conversation. The East Austin Urban Farm Tour enlists many..."

April 12, 2013 Food Feature by Jessi Cape

Legislature Hearing More Small Farm/Local Food Bills

Bipartisan efforts in support of local food continue

"...some of the unnecessary financial barriers for small, local farmers and food producers will be heard by Texas House..."

March 19, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Texans Unite to Support Local Food Bills

Local Foods Citizens Lobbying Day heads to the Capitol

"...Wastewater fees, property taxes, and regulation at farmers' markets are just a few of..."

March 18, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

Public Hearing on Two Local Food Bills

HB 46 and HB 910 would increase support to family farms

"...Wednesday. Introduced to the Texas House Public Health Committee and sponsored by Rep. Dan Flynn (R-Canton), HB 46 would..."

March 1, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

Two Local Food Bills Scheduled for Public Hearing

Public Health Committee to consider HB 46 and HB 910 on Wednesday

"...by Rep. Dan Flynn (R-Canton) would allow licensed dairy farmers to sell raw milk at farmers' markets and fairs,..."

Feb. 26, 2013 Food Post by Virginia B. Wood

Food-O-File

A roundup of this week's food news

"...Becker Elementary in 1989. She persuaded the school district and the Becker principal to make an empty house and..."

Feb. 22, 2013 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

TOFGA-Palooza

Celebrating 20 Years of education, organics, and attitude

"...The Texas Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (TOFGA) celebrated 20 hard-fought years at..."

Feb. 13, 2013 Food Post by Anna Toon

'Farm-City, State' Documentary Film in Progress

Local filmmaker explores Austin's sustainable food movement

"...could feed itself with healthy, organic produce from local farms? Local filmmaker David Barrow poses this question in a..."

Jan. 8, 2013 Food Post by Carla Crownover

Food-o-File

Celebrate Earth Day the foodie way

"...deliver a short rain to refresh all the crops and ushered in pleasant temperatures for Sunday afternoon's East Austin..."

April 20, 2012 Food Column by Virginia B. Wood

Flavors of April

"...Vaca y VinoSunday, April 22, 1-6pm Bridges Ranch near Wimberley ($75-95; sold out)..."

April 20, 2012 Food Feature by Mick Vann

Flavors of April

Three foodie festivals that will have you drooling

"...to enhance the appeal of our welcoming, laid-back vibe and world-famous live music scene. However, the guests who'll be..."

April 20, 2012 Food Feature by Virginia B. Wood

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