Everything Under the Sun(set)

The Sunset Advisory Commission looks toward the 81st legislative session

"...biggest agencies up for review this year is the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department. Much like last session, debate..."

Dec. 26, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Day Trips

The year 2007 came in as a lamb and went out as a tired, old goat

"...For day-trippers, good news came from the 80th Texas Legislature. Texas state and local parks finally received a..."

Jan. 4, 2008 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Naked City

Hydrilla, an invasive aquatic weed, is starting to choke Lake Austin.

"...city officials, the Lower Colorado River Authority, and the Texas Parks and Wildlife Dept. aren't so poetic in their..."

Feb. 25, 2000 News Feature by Dan Oko

Naked City

Sea turtle advocates say Gov. George W. Bush should do more to protect endangered species of turtles, many of which are indigenous to the Gulf Coast and are harmed by pollution and the shrimping industry.

"...do more to protect the charismatic amphibians that inhabit Texas waters. Noting that 1999 has seen record numbers of..."

Jan. 7, 2000 News Feature by Dan Oko

The High Road

"...Directed by: Thomas Pallotta. Starring: Fella Speer, Allison Parks, David Dart and Loren Guerra. A version of this..."

Jan. 17, 1997 Movie Review by Alison Macor

Killer Green Information Environmental BBSs

BBS Basics

"...does not include larger national databases, such as Compuserve & GEnie...."

April 28, 1995 News Feature by R.U. Steinberg

Day Trips & Beyond: November Travel Roundup

Port A's Harvey recovery, Millican's pecan pie, and fall travel news

"...Lord, for the blue skies and bright sunshine of Texas autumn. This is why we live in Texas. Now..."

Nov. 6, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Five Austin Activities for the Whole Family

Got a house full of guests this holiday? Here’s how to entertain ’em.

"...– hop on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike & Bike Trail for a stunning view of Lady Bird..."

Dec. 21, 2018 Events Post by Shalavé Cawley

Civics 101

"...EMPOWER THE VOTE TEXAS FUNDRAISER Help Empower Texas continue its work educating voters..."

Sept. 27, 2013 News Column

ART From the Ashes Reseeding With Creativity

A California nonprofit helps Bastrop recover by making art from fire-damaged materials

"...wildfires last September that they decided to come to Texas and launch their sixth project here. In October, a..."

April 27, 2012 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Beyond City Limits

"...• In two opinions handed down late Monday, the state..."

June 13, 2008 News Feature

Day Trips

Rancho de las Cabras left a legacy of agriculture terms and techniques that survive today

"...outside of Floresville helped start the ranching industry in Texas. As a meat-producing arm of the San Antonio missions..."

Aug. 17, 2007 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

Some 'Day Trips' highlights

"...The Texas state parks system is one of the best in..."

Oct. 14, 2005 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

For love of the hummingbird

"...faith to put out that first hummingbird feeder, but Texas hosts several species of the tiny birds. The odds..."

Aug. 19, 2005 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Daytrips

The year in review, "Day Trips" style

"...neatest additions to the arts and travel scene in Texas was the opening of the Nasher Sculpture Center on..."

Jan. 2, 2004 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...Special Places of Texas is a travel guide of a different sort. Instead..."

Feb. 21, 2003 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

A Liquid Proposition

Austin's Water Quality Protection Lands are few and far between: can they do the job they are meant to do?

"...Before he answered the call to return to Texas, where he was born and raised, the 47-year-old Conrad..."

July 6, 2001 News Feature by Dan Oko

Day Trips

Latana Ridge Lodge, an hour's drive north of DFW, sits at the collision point of northern grasslands, eastern forests, and western prairies.

"...in the midst of a pristine forest in North Texas...."

Sept. 22, 2000 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

day trips

"...the worst, but events that effect day tripping in Texas...."

Jan. 10, 1997 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips: Mother Neff State Park, Moody

Texas’ first state park is still going strong after nearly 90 years

"...Neff State Park outside of Moody started one of Texas’ best ideas. The state park system that encompasses more..."

Feb. 23, 2024 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips: Abilene State Park, Tuscola

An unexpected wooded oasis in the West Texas bushland

"...Abilene State Park, about 19 miles southwest of Abilene,..."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Opinion: Flawed Cemetery Rules Process Violates City Council Resolution and Betrays Public Trust

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department is trying to force new rules that could result in the desecration of hundreds of graves

"...In September of 2013, we learned that the Austin Parks and Recreation Department (PARD) planned to force families to..."

Nov. 11, 2022 Column by Sharon Weintraub

PARD Releases Draft Long-Range Plan

“Our Parks, Our Future” charts course through 2028

"...The city’s Parks and Recreation Department released the first draft of its..."

July 30, 2019 News Post by Savana Dunning

News Ticker: June 7

All the news that's fit to blog

"...• A Greater Austin Chamber of Commerce and Austin Music..."

June 7, 2013 News Post by Brandon Watson

Wildfire News Update

Latest info from county, state and school districts UPDATED

"...useful one-stop information resource on the fires, visit the Texas Interagency Coordination Center at www.ticc.tamu.edu...."

Sept. 6, 2011 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, June 30-July 6

"...do. 6-7:30pm. Northwest Recreation Center, 2913 Northland, 974-6742. Free. www.cityofaustin.org/parks/cemeteries.htm...."

July 1, 2011 News Column

The Devil's River You Know

Sierra Club fears impact of state park swap

"...The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department would like to trade the..."

Oct. 25, 2010 News Post by Kelsey McNiel

Counting Fish Tales

New Lady Bird Lake carp limits intended to protect bigger fish; increase interest by adding competitiveness

"...of bag limits: At its March 27 meeting, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission will consider adopting a series..."

March 28, 2008 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

No Christmas Present for Private Land-Purchasers?

School Land Board says will give National Park Service time to make offer on Christmas Mountains

"...stretch of wild scrubs and mountains in far West Texas, was expected to announce a winner of the sealed..."

Nov. 9, 2007 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Greased Wheels?

"...the curious remark shortly after receiving permission from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission to drill gas wells in..."

Dec. 8, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith

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