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Ancient fossils found in the Austin area
Austin is home to some ancient history, including gigantic aquatic lizards, prehistoric humans, and dinosaur tracks uncovered by flooding.
November 13, 2025 03:50 PM
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Laura Figi
The front of the South Lamar Alamo Drafthouse location.
Business
Austin Made: Alamo Drafthouse’s journey from small cinema to a national brand
Tim and Karrie League’s 1990s vision led to a national cinema chain, specializing in dinner service and an event-like movie experience.
October 11, 2023
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London Gibson
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Learn about local history for Indigenous Peoples’ Day
Austin City Council voted to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples’ Day in 2017.
October 9, 2023
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London Gibson
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Culture
What would give someone bad luck in Austin?
Forget breaking a mirror or walking under a ladder — what sorts of actions would bring an Austinite misfortune?
October 5, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Parks and Recreation
The life and times of Flo, Barton Springs’ most famous tree
Before the Austin community bids Flo adieu, let’s talk about why this tree means so much to locals.
October 3, 2023
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Laura Figi
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50+ expert tips from ATXtoday readers
Today, we’re putting someone extremely knowledgeable in the spotlight: you.
October 2, 2023
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London Gibson
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Play
Stay in the know with 21 new and upcoming Austin restaurants
Dining in Austin is always a fresh experience with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.
October 2, 2023
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London Gibson
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Festivals
How to enjoy ACL 2023 without going to the festival
ACL Fest Nights gets you access to festival performers without having to brave festival grounds.
September 29, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Events
See world premieres, 30+ films, and top writers at the 30th annual Austin Film Festival
Between lauded writers, new awards, and dozens of screenings, here’s what to expect from this year’s Austin Film Festival.
September 28, 2023
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London Gibson
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Events
Get some Art From the Streets this October
Get some state of the art pieces at the 31st Annual Art From the Streets show, which benefits at-risk artists in the community.
September 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Events
Your festival guide to ACL 2023
ACL 2023 is just around the corner, and we’re ready to face the music.
September 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Summer’s calling: Here are 16 great summer camps in the Austin area
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The history of Austin’s 60-year-old Trail of Lights
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