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5 objects in town that are older than Austin
Although 188 years might seem like a long time, it is relatively young for a city, so let’s take a look at some objects you can see in Austin that are older than the Capital City.
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Laura Figi
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92 facts about Willie Nelson for his 92nd birthday
Celebrate the Red Headed Stranger’s birthday with a brief history of his legendary life.
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Laura Figi
View of downtown Austin, Texas, featuring a cluster of high-rise buildings under a clear blue sky. Prominent structures include the JW Marriott hotel, the Frost Bank Tower with its pointed crown-like top, and the Hampton Inn & Suites. Trees and a few low-rise buildings are visible in the foreground.
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10 things locals hope never change about Austin
We’re all about sharing the new and exciting things coming to the Capital City, but here are some things Austinites hope never change.
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Kristen Templeton
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16 of the most iconic murals around Austin
Check out this guide to the many meaningful murals you can find around our city.
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Sara Frazier
A group of people gather outdoors in a wooded area, sitting and chatting in front of a large, colorful, hand-painted banner that reads "Happy Birthday Eeyore." The banner is filled with vibrant, abstract art and patterns. Some people have body paint, and a decorated bicycle is leaned against a tree. The setting is festive and communal, with a creative, artsy vibe.
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The history behind Eeyore’s Birthday Party in Austin, TX
This weird Austin festival celebrates the gloomy donkey from A.A. Milne’s “Winnie the Pooh” series.
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An aerial view of a large music festival crowd gathered in front of a brightly lit stage in a city park at dusk, with the Austin, Texas skyline visible in the background. The stage displays visuals of Chappell Roan and large text, while surrounding tents and vendor booths are visible among the crowd.
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Help us predict the 2025 ACL Festival lineup
ACL Festival will return to Zilker Park the weekends of Friday, Oct. 3-Sunday, Oct. 5 + Friday, Oct. 10-Sunday, Oct. 12 — help us guess who will be there.
April 21, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Wellness
Your guide to shopping sustainably in Austin
Bust out your glass jars, we’re going to the refillery.
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Laura Figi
The Barton Springs Salamander, a small aquatic amphibian with a speckled brown body and pale spots. It has feathery, pink external gills near its head and tiny limbs. The salamander is resting on a rocky surface underwater, blending with its surroundings.
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What you may not know about the Barton Springs Salamander
Meet the endangered Barton Springs Salamander, a vibrant amphibian that calls Austin’s natural springs home.
April 18, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
The cast of "Love & Death," including Krysten Ritter, Elizabeth Olsen, Lily Rabe, and Jesse Plemons, stand in choir robes and hold hymnals while singing.
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Movies and TV shows that were filmed in Austin
We’re keeping track of the growing number of productions that show off the Capital City.
April 17, 2025
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