Sara Hensley Turns Over a New Leaf

The new PARD director has big ideas – to realize them, she'll have to raise big bucks

"...Council Member Randi Shade wasn't suggesting that Austin's new Parks & Recreation Department director should leap onstage in a..."

July 24, 2009 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Pease Out

New year will mean limited park use for commercial fitness groups

"...At a Nov. 18 public meeting, the Austin Parks and Recreation Department rolled out a City Council-approved program..."

Dec. 2, 2011 News Feature by Laurel Chesky

Vision of a New Republic

Plans for the Revitalization of Republic Square

"...was determined to focus attention on the historic downtown parks (Republic Square, Wooldridge Park, and Brush Square). "That's when..."

July 13, 2001 News Feature by Chale Nafus

No Green Acres

Crumbling Landmarks

"...the Texas Historical Commission (THC) studied 42 state historical parks and found them to be in a downward spiral..."

April 16, 1999 News Feature

Day Trips

The first Lone Star Legacy Weekend allows daytrippers free access to state parks.

"...Lone Star Legacy Weekend is the state parks system's first open house. Most of the state's facilities..."

Oct. 20, 2000 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

'Statesman' Demagoguery on SXSW and Special Events

"...C3 "contributed $440,548 to charitable causes, including the Austin Parks Foun­da­tion. By contrast, SXSW made no charitable contributions to..."

May 30, 2014 News Feature by Nick Barbaro

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, March 3-10

"...PARKS AND REC COMMUNITY MEETING Help improve city parks. 6:30pm...."

March 4, 2011 News Column

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Feb. 24-March 3

"...PARKS & REC MEETING Help improve city parks. 6:30pm. McBeth..."

Feb. 25, 2011 News Column

On the Waterfront

As development accelerates along Town Lake, Austin faces urgent choices

"...roll here," said Stuart Strong, assistant director of the Parks and Recreation Department and a 30-year veteran of Town..."

Jan. 19, 2007 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

Going Public

A new Sunset Commission report recommends opening Texas' public lands to use by the public as parkland.

"...report by the Sunset Review Commission on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. It's no secret that Texas has..."

May 19, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

Day Trips

"...as a state park, 16 years before the state parks department was formed 75 years ago. The monument is..."

March 6, 1998 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Austin's Pool System Will Collapse If We Don't Save It

Shall we dive in?

"...of 2008 when a pool maintenance staffer with the Parks and Recreation Department made a routine visit to the..."

June 1, 2018 News Feature by Nina Hernandez

To C-Boy, With Love

Continental Club maverick Steve Wertheimer pays tribute to his mentor – with a nightclub

"..."If it wasn't for C-Boy Parks, I wouldn't be in the music business," he told..."

Jan. 31, 2014 Music Feature by Michael Corcoran

Day Trips

Seven state parks to be closed or transfered

"...The transfer or closing of seven state parks will reduce the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department's budget..."

June 24, 2011 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Preserving Planet Texas

Outdoor-loving Texans can thank the federal government for requiring the state to firm up its state parks planning over the next decade.

"...for requiring the state to firm up its state parks planning over the next decade. Last week the Texas..."

July 5, 2002 News Feature by Dan Oko

Day Trips

"...west of Three Rivers was one of the first parks donated to the state. photograph by Gerald E. McLoud..."

April 23, 1999 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Postmarks

Can't Handle Scamming

"...dramatic increase in arrests and citations issued by the parks police ["Environs"]. Obviously, the increase in city park citations..."

Aug. 15, 1997 Column

Day Trips

Don't mess with Texas, unless it comes to per capita spending on parks, where we are ranked 49th in the country

"...registration for this fashion statement goes to our state parks. Or at least that's what I was led to..."

Dec. 29, 2006 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips

"...have discovered the tranquil beauty of the lake's seven parks. Construction of the dam on Yegua Creek, 20 miles..."

March 13, 1998 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: April Events Roundup

Catch up on Texas travel news and plan some spring sightseeing

"...Fairfield Lake State Park. On Feb. 13, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department was given 120 days to vacate..."

April 2, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: September Events Roundup

Fall into fun!

"...Sept. 1, six historic sites will move from Texas Parks & Wildlife Department management to the auspices of the..."

Aug. 31, 2019 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

SXSW 2013: Fee Waivers

"...$15,000 Event day fees for Auditorium Shores (Parks and Recreation)..."

July 12, 2013 News Feature by Michael King

Holiday Rambles

Here's a list for exploring Austin's precious parkland

"...Contact: 512/303-5073, www.lcra.org/parks/developed_parks/mckinney_roughs.html Hornsby Bend Bird Observatory..."

Dec. 14, 2007 News Feature

Developing Stories

Two city boards and commissions take opposing stands on corridor preservation

"...chairs the Downtown Commission and also serves on the Parks and Recreation Board, in the controversial middle...."

Aug. 17, 2007 News Column by Katherine Gregor

Women Dig In

The contractors' boycott against Planned Parenthood won a battle, but it's a long war.

"...an outpouring of support since this happened," said Glenda Parks, the organization's chief executive officer. What happened is the..."

Dec. 5, 2003 News Feature by Amy Smith

Day Trips

"...bonus: free parking and no admission fee to state parks and historic sites...."

Oct. 18, 2002 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Naked City

Austin parks are getting a much-needed infusion of cash in the latest city budget.

"...Austin's parks are getting a long-needed infusion of cash. This week,..."

Sept. 15, 2000 News Feature by Robert Bryce

A Whole New Ball Game

Stakeholders say Colorado River Park can serve a lot of different needs.

"...and his nature-loving neighbors to be pleased. After all, parks advocates see this project as a way to expand..."

Dec. 17, 1999 News Feature by Dan Oko

Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup

School’s out and June is the beginning of summer fun

"...It’s about time. Late in May the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission voted unanimously to authorize TPWD “to..."

June 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips & Beyond: Out of Town Closures Due to COVID-19

Here are the latest updates

"...not prohibit people from visiting grocery stores, gas stations, parks, and banks. All critical infrastructure will remain operational and..."

March 24, 2020 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

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