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Austin’s largest women’s sporting event returns next month
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Dreaming of gold: Olympians with ties to Austin and Texas competing in the Paris 2024 Olympics
The Capital City is well-represented on the world stage at the Paris 2024 Summer Olympics — these are some locals to watch.
July 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Austin Pickle Ranch announces north Austin location
Once it opens, the new 50,000-sqft Braker Lane facility will be one of the largest indoor pickleball facilities in Texas.
April 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
Christian Alshon looking over his shoulder with a paddle in his hand on the left and Etta Wright poised to hit the ball wearing all black on the right.
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Meet the players: Texas Ranchers release debut pro-pickleball roster
Austin’s Major League Pickleball Team — one of the eight founding teams in the world — is ready to announce first-pick players Christian Alshon and Etta Wright.
April 4, 2024
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Laura Figi
Ben Duong wearing a black tank top, blue shorts, and a white headband, dribbling the ball while running, and being filmed by a man on a bike behind him. There are several runners surrounding him.
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How Austinite Ben Duong became a basketball-dribbling, world record-breaking runner
“It doesn’t feel real,” according to Duong, who broke the world record for fastest person ever to run a half marathon while dribbling a basketball at the Austin Marathon
February 22, 2024
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Laura Figi
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Luxury meets pickleball at Other Racquet Social Club
We got a sneak preview of the new spot on Manor Road, which is slated to open to the public next month.
November 13, 2023
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London Gibson
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Travel and Outdoors
Exploring winding trails at Buescher State Park
Buescher State Park offers opportunities to hike, bike, swim, and fish in Central Texas’ Lost Pines forest.
November 7, 2023
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London Gibson
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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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ATX Open returns for the second year in a row
The women’s professional tennis tournament will return to the Westwood Country Club for 13 matches in spring 2024.
September 29, 2023
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Laura Figi
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The return of El Tree: Everything to know about the 2026 Austin FC season
Get the ultimate Austin FC playbook, including the schedule, where + how to watch, game day eats, and how to make the best of your trip to Q2 Stadium.
February 17, 2026
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Laura Figi
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Best things to do in Austin: A must-see list for visitors
From historic landmarks to rooftop bars, this guide rounds up the must-try restaurants, sights, and nightlife spots that make the Capital City shine.
February 17, 2026
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iMcConaughey: Bite-sized wisdom to start your day
One of Austin’s most famous A-listers is known for sharing a few words of encouragement on Instagram, so we put together our favorites for you.
February 16, 2026
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Laura Figi
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Real Estate
Step inside some of the most expensive home listings in Austin
These mansions are on the market right now, so you can dare to dream about living in some of Austin’s nicest homes.
February 12, 2026
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It’s a date: 35+ date ideas in Austin
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Capital City.
February 12, 2026
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San Antonio Spurs host fourth annual Spurs Week festivities
Whether or not you have tickets to the upcoming I-35 Series games, the San Antonio Spurs are inviting Austinites to get in on the action during Spurs Week.
February 11, 2026
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Laura Figi
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Food
28 places to get sushi in the Austin area
Whether you’re looking for omakase, sake pairings, a sushi conveyor belt, a whimsical interior, or an “Ahi Tower,” we’ve got the restaurant for you.
February 10, 2026
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Laura Figi
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Persian restaurant Roya opening this month
Chef-owner Amir Hajimaleki has been honing the concept through local pop-ups since 2018 with plans to showcase the Persian “art of hospitality.”
February 5, 2026
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Laura Figi
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A brief history of Austin celebrity Super Bowl commercial appearances
As you watch the 2026 Super Bowl, keep watch for a few familiar, local faces that will make a cameo during the commercials.
February 5, 2026
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Laura Figi
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Meet the four 2026 Winter Olympians from Texas
Cheer on Team USA at this year’s Winter Olympics in Milan, where four talented Texans will compete for the gold.
February 4, 2026
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Laura Figi