Day Trips: Forts Concho, Lancaster, and Richardson

Ruins of three forts recall frontier Texas

"...Fort Richardson was active between 1867 and 1878, and..."

Aug. 26, 2022 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Behind the Wheel With Deezie Brown

After five years of fine-tuning, the perfectionist producer and rapper rolls out 5th Wheel Fairytale

"...unwavering self-belief knows different. When that green C10 Chevrolet parks at its ultimate destination, it'll be because Deezie has..."

Aug. 26, 2022 Music Feature by Julian Towers

City Base Wage Jumps to $20/Hour for Next Fiscal Year

Council approves increase for city workers

"...they can address pay compression. For some departments, like Parks and Recreation, they'll be able to use some of..."

Aug. 26, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...nights the city charges an entry fee, the city Parks and Recreation Dept. confirmed. This began in 2016 after..."

Aug. 26, 2022 News Feature

Homelessness and Mobility Top District 5 and 8 Issues

A southwest state of mind

"...and wildfire, but also major tech employers and industrial parks; they're riddled with transit and health care deserts, but..."

Aug. 26, 2022 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Solid Candidates Find Their Way to AISD Board Races

Wanted: heroes. Salary: nothing

"...Elementary. Clint Small, a builder, former member of Austin's parks board and Planning Commission, and onetime owner of Clint..."

Aug. 26, 2022 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Council Recap: Adopted FY23 Budget Puts More Cash in Everybody's Pockets

Still TBD: Impact of future public safety contracts

"...they can address pay compression. For some departments, like Parks and Recreation, they’ll be able to use some of..."

Aug. 19, 2022 News Post by Austin Sanders

Back to School With Queer Austinites

Queer Austin artists and icons give their two cents on surviving ATX

"...decompression Lake Travis! There are many city and state parks you can visit for day passes. Hippie Hollow is..."

Aug. 18, 2022 Qmmunity Post by James Scott

Five Austin Filming Locations to Make You Feel Like a Star

Get your cameras out for the most memorable Austin movie moments

"...McKinney Falls State Park, 5808 McKinney Falls. tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/mckinney-falls..."

Aug. 17, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Why No Trees?

"...trees? If the reason is that there are fewer parks and green spaces east of I-35, then why? Perhaps..."

Aug. 14, 2022 Postmarks

A Twisted Family Reunited in Southern Gothic Horror What Josiah Saw

Director Vincent Grashaw discusses the versions that almost were

"...when I was casting in 2015 I had Michael Parks cast in the role, and I put he and..."

Aug. 6, 2022 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Local Roller Derby Community in a Jam Over Extreme Heat

A shade covering could cost more than $100,000

"...Scarpello and other skaters have spoken with the city's Parks & Recreation Department, along with City Council members. Skater..."

Aug. 5, 2022 News Feature by Hannah Uebele

We're Loving Eberly’s Loo, Bakery Lorraine’s Proud Macarons, Satellite’s Greek Tacos, Eastciders’ Yellowbird Flex, and – Who Says Mañana (Dos) Never Comes?

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...It’s easier being green: The Austin Parks Foundation has collaborated with Zilker Brewing Company to create..."

Aug. 3, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Day Trips & Beyond: August Events Roundup

Finish out a hot summer with a cool adventure

"...It’s hot everywhere. During the summer months the floor..."

Aug. 3, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Opinion: Musk – Make Austin an Ecological Paradise

Time for Tesla to lead the green charge in Austin

"...to go "green" with increased access to bike lanes, parks, electrical vehicle charging stations, and electric public transit options...."

July 29, 2022 Column by Jessica Edwards

Austin at Large: The Bold Eye of the Beholder

Watson releases his first housing proposals, puts his “get it done” brand to the test

"...chances for housing with bonus city funding for their parks, libraries, rental assistance, and other community services. This is,..."

July 22, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

City Council Gets Some Breathing Room on the Budget

Austin bounced back from COVID with what City Manager Spencer Cronk called “spectacular economic growth.” How spectacular?

"...what it pays for: $444.0 million Police $229.1 million Fire $113.5 million Parks $111.8 million EMS $66.3 million Public Health $64.9 million Library $51.0 million Social..."

July 22, 2022 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Neighbors With and Without Homes Collide at Roy Guerrero Park

“But then where?”

"...Roy G. Guerrero Colorado River Metro Park. Staff from Parks and Recreation, Austin Pub­lic Health, and the Austin Police..."

July 15, 2022 News Feature by Abe Asher

Day Trips & Beyond: July Events Roundup

Shakespeare, sandcastles, and celebrations all over Texas

"...Beach camping. Late last month the portion of Galveston..."

June 30, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Day Trips: Calera Chapel, Balmorhea

A holy place in the West Texas desert

"...is open, but the park is limiting visitation. Reservations (tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/balmorhea) are highly recommended, especially on weekends. No camping is..."

June 24, 2022 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Public Notice: Signs of Summer

Head shops, All-Stars, and a new Zilker shuttle

"...Austin Parks and Recreation launches a free park-and-ride shuttle service to..."

June 24, 2022 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...Angel Too Close to the Ground: A Texas Parks and Wildlife game warden's plane crashed into Lady Bird..."

June 24, 2022 News Feature

Jesse Sublett's Latest True-Crime Book Takes on the Last Gangster in Austin

The rise and fall of the Junkyard King

"...in addition to the usual fodder of restaurants and parks, there's a photo of him and missus in the..."

June 10, 2022 Arts Feature by Joe Gross

Austin at Large: Housing and the Mayor’s Race

Celia Israel: “This election is about who can afford to live here, and who gets to decide”

"...in the District 9 race, longtime neighborhood leader and parks advocate Linda Guerrero.) Or they might just go ahead..."

June 10, 2022 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison

Adrian Lipscombe at Canje, Grounds & Hounds for Austin Pets Alive!, Provision Dining House Returns, Snoozing for Pride, and Here Comes the Bourbon Brawl

All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering

"...with Rambler Sparkling Water to benefit our city’s beautiful parks and green spaces: From June 13 to July 13,..."

June 8, 2022 Food Post by Wayne Alan Brenner

Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup

Summer travel opportunities and news from all over Texas

"...Fishing Day at LBJ State Park June 4, Stonewall, tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lyndon-b-johnson..."

June 2, 2022 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Austin Desperately Needs Lifeguards but Has Resisted Calls for a Wage Increase

Lifeguards in limbo

"...to Aaron Levine, an aquatic supervisor with the Austin Parks and Rec­re­ation Department, the city only had 237 lifeguards..."

June 3, 2022 News Feature by Abe Asher

Taking a Look at the Neighborhoods That Will Be Changed the Most by Project Connect

Diving into the iterations of the public transit redesign

"...and Red lines. Planners hope to also connect proposed parks and a cultural center at the site to transit...."

June 3, 2022 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Headlines / Quote of the Week

"...in the city, according to a presentation at a Parks & Rec Board meeting last week. About 40% of..."

June 3, 2022 News Feature

The Bob’s Burgers Movie

The Belchers make the big-screen jump beautifully

"...Wet Hot American Summer: First Day of Camp and Parks and Recreation, it’s his voice that is so distinctive;..."

May 27, 2022 Movie Review by Sarah Jane

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