The Austin Transit Partnership Recommends the Flexible Light Rail Option
Stretching the light rail
"...The Austin Transit Partnership has whittled down its light rail options from five to one...."
Search
Visit the Split Rail location page.
1-30 of 174 results, sorted by relevance | sort by date
May 23, 2023 News Post by Benton Graham
Light Rail
"...The failed light rail referendum is one race on the ballot where "what..."
Nov. 24, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison
You've Got Rail!
Commuter rail springs to life
"...burning through its savings, the launch of the new MetroRail commuter line was a year behind schedule, and finally,..."
March 26, 2010 News Feature by Lee Nichols
Austin's Five Light Rail Options
From the front-runner plans to the also-rans, here's what could be
"...Line – the two lines would operate on different rail types (freight and light). Alex Karner, a nonvoting member..."
April 7, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham
Then There's This: Split Views on ADUs
'Granny flats' measure breaks from the CodeNext pack
"...renters, and members of AURA (formerly Austinites for Urban Rail Action), a grassroots group that has broadened its activism..."
June 20, 2014 News Column by Amy Smith
AISD's "Concerned Parents" Rail Against LGBTQ Inclusivity
Religious extremists against comprehensive sex ed and Welcoming Schools program
"...Attendees seemed evenly split between CPA supporters and their opposition. Several parents voiced..."
Aug. 18, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff
Austin and the 7-10 Split
Candidates in west and west-central districts find common cause
"...candidate Margie Burciaga noted, that can't just mean commuter rail like the Red Line, which serves the suburbs and..."
July 22, 2014 News Post by Richard Whittaker
Music Amidst Used Furniture
The History of the Red River Strip
"...to the Red River tradition with punkabilly palace the Split Rail, is in agreement: "There's hardly ever been any..."
Oct. 11, 1996 Music Feature
A World in Which All Worlds Fit
"...musical mecca, anchored by such Southside venues as the Split Rail and the famed Armadillo World Headquarters...."
Dec. 4, 1998 Music Feature by Jay Hardwig
Postmarks
Our readers talk back.
"...Light Rail: Another Chance?..."
Nov. 24, 2000 Column
Dancing about Architecture
By the Short and Curlys
"...in, I can think of a lot worse ones." Splitting Hares Well, the Split Rail is one club that..."
Oct. 18, 1996 Music Column by Ken Lieck
Postmarks
Readers' last gasps on light rail.
"..."MoPac" (or Loop 1) stood for the "Missouri Pacific" railroad. I now realize they were wrong. Actually, "MoPac" is..."
Nov. 3, 2000 Column
Wrong Side of the Tracks?
Light Rail May Be a Heavy Burden for East Austin
"...While light rail is being touted in some circles as the best..."
April 4, 1997 News Feature by Karl Pallmeyer
City Hall Hustle: It Ain't Xmas Yet
Council closing in on a raft of unfinished business
"...program for future code-based projects, stretching between Mueller and commuter-rail destination Midtown Commons (with Highland Mall, Travis County's northern..."
Dec. 11, 2009 News Column by Wells Dunbar
Austin Elders: Meet Guitarist and Defense Attorney Bobby Earl Smith
From professional musician to professional defender of musicians
"...were often coupled with regular visits to the legendary Split Rail Inn with his less studious cohorts. “They didn’t..."
May 24, 2024 News Feature by Oscar Rodriguez
Postmarks
Our readers talk back.
"...made me remember those magic nights at Bevo's, the Split Rail, and way beyond when Freda & the Firedogs..."
June 27, 2003 Column
New Project Connect Maps Unveiled
Making rail a reality
"...Central Library space to take in five Project Connect rail design options during a March 21 open house. With..."
March 24, 2023 News Feature by Benton Graham
This Be an Empty World Without the Blues
Sometimes a sandwich – and its maker – is a hero
"...be different from the Armadillo, Soap Creek, Rome Inn, Split Rail, Bevo's, or any other place in Austin. It..."
May 26, 2006 Music Feature by Bill Bentley
The Real Greezy
Greezy Wheels, back from the dead (the Seventies).
"...the stage with the lowest ceiling anywhere (except the Split Rail) to see we weren't the only ones crying...."
Oct. 12, 2001 Music Feature by Cleve Hattersley
The Great Roots-Rock Scare of '96
The Americana Chart, Alternative Country, and Austin
"...and knowing glances passed around. That night at the Split Rail's alternative country showcase, you couldn't get in after..."
Dec. 27, 1996 Music Feature
The Mermen, Nero's Rome, Death Valley
"...you can get tickets at Antone's Records. TED RODDY Split Rail, Friday 19 Brought to you by nice folks..."
Jan. 19, 1996 Music Feature
Dancing About Architecture
'Twas the Season...
"...but then who ever believed that Cindy Toth would split, either?..."
Jan. 3, 1997 Music Column
Excuse Me, Sir, We'd Just Like to Ask You a Few Questions...
"...any Austin kid should already be in a band). Splitting the Kitty Peter Turner at the new Split Rail..."
Jan. 12, 1996 Music Column
Red River Valley
Red River, home to Austin's real live music venues
"...to include fondly remembered haunts like the One Knite, Split Rail, Cave Club, Chances, Blue Flamingo, and such fly-by-nights..."
June 22, 2001 Music Feature by Christopher Gray
Dancing About Architecture
Flamingo Road
"...was a longtime favorite at clubs like the original Split Rail. Several release parties are set for Gypsy Cowboy,..."
May 23, 1997 Music Column by Ken Lieck
The Big Crapshoot
Tracking South by Southwest
"...everyone but Adams knew Whiskeytown's 1996 showcase at the Split Rail would turn into a major industry event. Adams..."
March 14, 1997 Music Feature by Andy Langer
They'll Be Booming
By the Time I Get to Georgetown...
"...all-electric co-op power. Water provided by the drought-ridden Chisholm Trail Water District, part of whose stores are going to..."
July 5, 1996 News Feature
Club Comings and Goings
"...This time, it's one with the pre-used name the Split Rail, and it should be opening at 705 Rio..."
Nov. 10, 1995 Music Column
Austin Elders: Margaret and Pat Roach Reflect on Their 64-Year Marriage
It all started at UT-Austin
"...Eddy Pool almost every day. They would frequent the Split Rail, where they saw future Threadgills owner Kenneth Threadgill..."
Aug. 2, 2024 News Feature by Neha Kondaveeti
Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup
Plus dispatches from SandFest, farewell to Gary Oliver, and more
"...Waco Wally Gator. It really shouldn’t come as a..."
