The Next Austin Bust

Will it be bad? Can we be ready? Or should we not care?

"...of a decade ago, continuing to grow in population throughout and recovering all of its employment and GDP losses..."

March 8, 2019 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Playing Through

Practitioners of parkour strive for efficient movement for its own sake

"...Mind you, I have zero interest in performing a lâché, a passé muraille, or a saut de chat. Yet..."

Feb. 6, 2009 Column by Thomas Hackett

TV Eye

POV's 'Al Otro Lado'

"...American way of life to stealing bread from children's mouths. For those who have been studying the distinct immigration..."

July 28, 2006 Screens Column by Belinda Acosta

Sharir+Bustamante Danceworks

For its first concert of 2006, Sharir+Bustamante Danceworks not only showed off new dances, it let the audience question their creators about how they were made

"...concert to show off fresh works by various choreographers, but at the performances last weekend it also gave those..."

Jan. 27, 2006 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Lights Out

The Seventies represented the heyday for film programming at the University of Texas. Marjorie Baumgarten recollects the days of CinemaTexas and the Texas Union Theater.

"...The movie screens still stand, but the projectors have gone dark. Where once it was..."

July 4, 2003 Screens Feature by Marjorie Baumgarten

Naked City

"...of Trustees' April 1 meeting. The new budget reflects cuts announced earlier in the year -- including class cancellations..."

April 5, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Not Clucking Around

East Texas chicken magnate Bo Pilgrim wants a state permit to build a bigger chicken slaughterhouse and waste disposal facility -- right across the creek from Sen. Bill Ratliff's in-laws' vacation home.

"...Bill Ratliff problem? It might soon require a Higher Authority to intervene on behalf of Pilgrim...."

Nov. 3, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

A Century of Newsmakers

"...itself, and their accomplishments (or sins) were not inevitable but genuine and unique. Here's our honor roll...."

Jan. 7, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Esther's All-Stars

"...If Yankee Stadium is "the house that Ruth built," then Esther's Pool must be "the funhouse that..."

July 30, 1999 Arts Feature by J. C. Shakespeare

Momfest: the Schedule

"...These performances are subject to their own pricing, but will accept all MOMFEST Badges. For more info, call..."

Nov. 6, 1998 Arts Feature

The Alfaro Case

"...the last laugh, though; in 1995, they prevailed upon outgoing Lt. Gov. Bob Bullock to push through legislation, known..."

Oct. 9, 1998 News Feature

A Fine Mess

Texan Sticks to Guns and Misfires

"...checkered history of a legendary football coach who is about to be honored in a permanent way, his name..."

Oct. 25, 1996 News Column by Chris Walters

Varsity Mural Finally Complete With New Image From Slacker

Empty 13th frame now filled by the iconic Teresa Taylor

"...It's taken over a decade, but Austin's most famous empty space – the blank spot..."

Dec. 7, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

This Changes Everything: Austin Witnesses to Sex Pistols' Chaotic Randy's Rodeo Show Go Home and Start Bands

UK instigators blow the roof off San Antonio dance hall in Chapter 4, Part 2, of the “Austin Punk Chronicles”

"...you’re witnessing history in the moment you’re seeing it, but there’s an undeniable feeling of momentousness when you’ve just..."

Jan. 7, 2022 Music Feature by Tim Stegall

Community Gardens to Fulfill Your Secret Farmer Fantasy

Local veggie spots and how to get a plot of your own

"...apartment? Have pets intent on annihilating anything with leaves but still want to grow something besides the basil mutating..."

Oct. 27, 2018 Food Post by Melanie Laporte

Top 10 Education Stories

Mack Brown, Meria Carstarphen, and the rest of the gang

"...1) A Vote of No Confidence AISD voters handed..."

Jan. 3, 2014 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Butler School of Music: For this John Adams, a King

UT honors the Nixon in China composer with an award for his notable musical work and three concerts featuring his compositions

"...John Adams' name is on everyone's lips these days, but if you think all the chatter is about Paul..."

April 25, 2008 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Naked City

Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"...Republican leaders to change the sources of school funding without increasing itHeadlines• Early voting begins Monday, May 1, in..."

April 28, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

News and happenings around Austin and beyond

"...corrections. In Texas we'd lasso them and drag them out of there." – Guy Womack, attorney for reservist Charles..."

Jan. 14, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols

Articulations

Several hundred Austinites were led on a 100-minute tour of 600 years of European prints when eminent art historian Leo Steinberg came to town, and Crockett High School and Bastrop Opera House continue to chase top honors in state play competitions.

"...You might not expect a lecture about art to generate a crowd, but when the lecturer..."

April 18, 2003 Arts Column by Robert Faires

Coach's Corner

Coach's farewell column, after a 10-year run, laments the bloated, mercenary state of "amateur" athletics in the U.S.

"...the University of Texas? Aside from the fact that UT has a nicer stadium, better practice fields, a better..."

Aug. 30, 2002 Column by Andy "Coach" Cotton

Naked City

"...people had voted early in Austin's municipal election. Highest turnout locations were the Travis County courthouse, UT's West Mall,..."

April 26, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Naked City

Upcoming Events

"...Austin Mayor, Travis Co. Bonds, Texas Constitutional Amendments..."

Nov. 2, 2001 News Feature

Postmarks Web Extra

Our readers' letters regarding the September 11 terrorist attacks

"...international ban on landmines. The list could go on, but the point is that there are countless people in..."

Sept. 28, 2001 Column

The Joys of Meanness

Scott Blackwood's initiation into the writing life

"...Flags loomed with its rides that turned you inside out, making you think life was supposed to deliver a..."

Aug. 10, 2001 Books Feature by Robin Bradford

The Changing Face of Downtown

"...But here's an itemized look at what's headed our way..."

April 20, 2001 News Feature

Little City Hall

Architectural Team Picked to Design Scaled-Down Building

"...City Hall, which is why we don't have one. But soon we will, Lord willing and the lake don't..."

April 7, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Small Wonders

They just nabbed two festival awards, next up is HBO, and Ed Wood is their greatest influence. Meet Austin's most successful 12-year-old filmmakers.

"...from Channel 13's Monster Movie Matinee and toss me out on my rear to experience the (allegedly) healthier wonders..."

Nov. 12, 1999 Screens Feature by Marc Savlov

Naked City

Off The Desk:

"...The razzle-dazzle roll-out of "George W. Bush: The Presidential Candidate!" continued Sunday..."

March 12, 1999 News Feature

Art

Art Openings

"...painted the mural with the help of seven area youths as part of a program developed by the Austin/Travis..."

March 5, 1999 News Feature

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