London Gibson

London Gibson

Managing Editor

London is based in Austin, TX and has contributed publications including the Indianapolis Star, the Austin American-Statesman, and Austin Monthly. Born and raised in the Hill Country, she’s a graduate of UT Austin and loves reading, hiking with her dog, and eating queso.

The front of Austin's downtown City Hall
City
Austin Mayor announces plans for a “one-of-a-kind” Austin Infrastructure Academy
Central Texas is projected to need 10,000 jobs annually to complete in-the-works capital improvement projects.
February 29, 2024
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London Gibson
Workers at a table in a kitchen assembling meals.
Culture
Get ready to give back: Amplify Austin Day begins March 6
Amplify Austin Day is considered one of Central Texas’ largest giving events — here’s what you need to know to maximize your impact.
February 27, 2024
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London Gibson
Floor-to-ceiling windows show a view of the Austin skyline behind them in this modern living room. In front of the windows, two gray couches sit in front of an abstract, natural wood coffee table. To the right, a dark gray textured wall contains a pane of glass.
Real Estate
Hot Homes: 5 stunning Downtown living spaces
Daydream with us as we take a peek inside some of the best Downtown living has to offer.
February 23, 2024
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London Gibson
A tennis court as seen from above, with stands in the background.
Top tennis players return to Austin this weekend for the second ATX Open
The biggest women’s tennis event in ATX is back for its sophomore year at Westwood Country Club.
February 21, 2024
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London Gibson
A shot of Austin FC fans at Q2 Stadium.
Sports
New faces to know before Austin FC begins its 2024 season
Before you head to Q2 Stadium, get to know the new players on the pitch.
February 19, 2024
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London Gibson
People walking into the convention center under a SXSW sign
Events
Your ultimate guide to SXSW 2024
Let’s party, Austin.
February 19, 2024
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London Gibson
A close-up photo of a lone bluebonnet flower, poking out amid green grass.
Travel and Outdoors
Spotted: An early season bluebonnet in Downtown Austin
Texas’ state flower is making its Austin appearance a bit early this year.
February 15, 2024
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London Gibson
Matches will start at Q2 Stadium in the next few weeks. | Photo via @touche_oshea
Development
Zoning changes could bring 800+ new apartments near Q2 Stadium
Developers requested rezoning for a nearly 13-acre site near Q2 Stadium and the Domain, one of Austin’s hottest neighborhoods.
February 15, 2024
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London Gibson
A view of the Austin skyline and Lady Bird Lake on a sunny day.
City
City of Austin kicks off new Equity-Based Preservation Plan
The City of Austin’s new plan replaces a four decade-old historic preservation plan with a new look on how to equitably preserve Austin’s historic landmarks.
February 13, 2024
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London Gibson
A plate of food — specifically, spinach, apples, tomato, lemon slices, cheese and crackers, and cups of blue cheese — is seen on a tabletop from above, surrounded by wine glasses filled with red and white wine.
Culture
Using chemistry to pair wine and food at Playground ATX
Playground ATX’s ZiNG! Wine Workshop will help you understand how to break down wine based on its structure for optimal food pairing.
February 13, 2024
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London Gibson
The George Washington Carver Musem
Culture
Where to learn about Black history in Austin
History exists in more than just books — these local resources will show you the impacts of Black Austinites across our city.
February 9, 2024
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London Gibson
As seen from above, construction workers stand in a dirt-covered construction zone at the Austin airport, between the concourse building and the roadway. In the background, plane wings are visible.
City
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport closes TSA Checkpoint 3 to make way for West Gate expansion
The airport checkpoint will be closed until 2026.
February 9, 2024
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London Gibson
Red and white standing car chargers in a parking lot.
City
Everything you need to know about buying an electric vehicle in San Antonio
Here’s the 411 on rebates and infrastructure in the Alamo City.
February 8, 2024
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Nicholas Caballero
An art gallery, with several walls of art layered in the frame. In the foreground, a large square artwork depicts a peaceful scene of trees and sky reflected in water. In the background, three artworks hang side-by-side and show a girl's head centered among varying patterns. To the right, more artworks are visible hanging above a bookshelf.
Events
West Chelsea Contemporary to host Art From The Streets pop-up this weekend
See two art shows at once at this weekend’s pop-up, which will showcase both the gallery’s current “iconic.” exhibition and several works from Art From The Streets artists.
February 8, 2024
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London Gibson
The Austin skyline at dusk.
City
Austin ranked the No. 1 Best Performing City for the first time since 2013
The Austin metro area earned a top ranking from the Milken Institute’s 2024 report — here’s how we got here.
February 7, 2024
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London Gibson
The crowd at a concert at the Moody Amphitheater
Events
22 Austin concerts to put on your calendar in 2024
From Olivia Rodrigo to Bad Bunny, Madonna, and Green Day, don’t miss these 22 concerts hitting stages in ATX this year.
February 5, 2024
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London Gibson
A group of people crowded around a small pen for Armadillo Day
History
You’ve heard of Groundhog Day — but what about Armadillo Day?
We do things a little differently in the Lone Star State.
February 1, 2024
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London Gibson
A rendering of the Austin State Hospital building, with tan stone walls and expansive, lush green space. The entrance to the hospital has a wood-lined overhanging shade structure and tall, glossy windows above it.
City
Historic Austin State Hospital’s $300 million redesign may open by summer
Mayor Kirk Watson said the newly renovated Austin State Hospital, Texas’ oldest mental health hospital, may be open to the public by May.
January 30, 2024
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London Gibson
A rendering of the incoming Korman Fine Jewelry store on North Lamar Boulevard, depicting the shop from the outside. The rendering shows a building with tan stone walls, a copper-colored shade structure swinging out the the left, golden lettering, and greenery planted around the property.
Real Estate
11,000-sqft fine jewelry store coming to North Lamar Boulevard
Crews broke ground on the new location for Korman Fine Jewelry, an Austin-based jeweler with 50 years in business.
January 30, 2024
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London Gibson
The Austin Independent School District Building, a tall white, rounded building, with blue skies in the background.
City
Matias Segura selected as AISD’s next superintendent
The Bowie High School graduate and former district operations chief will move into the role formally next month.
January 26, 2024
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London Gibson
A plate of food with chicken on a banana leaf, a green herby sauce and vegetables.
Food
Ramen del Barrio, Bufalina, and six other Austin restaurants nominated for a James Beard Award
The semifinalists for the 2024 James Beard Awards were announced on Jan. 24. Here are eight Austin spots that made the list.
January 24, 2024
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London Gibson
A cocktail with a dehydrated orange slice on top
Play
Happy hour deals in Austin
Go bargain-hunting with our Austin happy hour guide, which highlights drink specials and food discounts throughout the city.
January 24, 2024
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London Gibson
A close up of a 3d-printed stage, made out of layers of a tan "lavacrete" curving toward the right-hand side of the image. In the background, the Austin skyline looms and the setup for live music is being constructed.
Culture
See the winner of our 2023 Picture of the Year contest
Cast your vote on your favorite 2023 photos submitted by readers.
January 22, 2024
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Emily Shea-Owen
A crowd of people around a stage at Zilker Park.
Culture
Blues on the Green canceled for 2024
The annual summer music series will not be held at Zilker Park this year.
January 18, 2024
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London Gibson
Katie Kim and Sue Kim-Drohomyrecky standing side by side in a natural setting.
Food
Lifting local restaurateurs with the sisters-in-law behind Playground ATX
The culinary incubator opened on Airport Boulevard last year with a mission in mind: to build up local chefs and create a community space.
January 18, 2024
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London Gibson
The Austin skyline, as seen from Lady Bird Lake
City
Travis County to launch a pilot mental health diversion center
The county plans to move forward on the pilot center — which will be able to treat about 25 people — in the coming weeks.
January 16, 2024
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London Gibson
Snow on the Texas Capitol, with two people walking in the foreground to the right.
Travel and Outdoors
How does Austin snowfall compare to other Texas cities?
We’re digging into the historic data on snow in Texas, from annual averages to largest storms.
January 16, 2024
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London Gibson
A close-up shot of a drink in a short glass on a green marbled table, with a twist of lemon balanced on top.
Food
Where to find a great mocktail in Austin
Whether you’re sober curious or fully alcohol-free, these 20+ Austin businesses serve up delicious mocktails you won’t want to miss.
January 13, 2024
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London Gibson
A rendering of people swimming in a pool on a high level of a tower, with the skyline behind them.
Development
10 developments we’re watching in 2024
Here we go, Austin — it’s time for some changes.
January 12, 2024
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London Gibson
The Austin skyline as seen from Lady Bird Lake, with buildings reflected in the water.
City
ERCOT issues Weather Watch for Jan. 15-17
Be prepared for freezing weather coming through Central Texas early next week.
January 10, 2024
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London Gibson
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