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History

Your home, your favorite coffee shop, your daily commute aren’t just written in the skyline — they may be written in the stars.
Once booming, now barren. Let’s take a peek at malls of Austin’s past — plus hope for the future.
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Here’s how this historic community just ~three hours away has withstood the test of time for more than a century and established itself as a vibrant hub today.
Austin’s hottest day on record was September 5, 2000, when the Capital City hit 112°.
Tell us you’re from Austin without telling us you’re from Austin.
Contestants, we’re playing “Jeopardy!”
A turn of phrase here, a recognizable Austin nod there — these craft beers found around ATX take local pride seriously.
Here’s a timeline chronicling decades of the nonprofit organization entertaining Austin at no cost.
We’re diving into the deep end of history about Texas’ oldest swimming pool, which has been keeping Austinites cool for over a century.
What was Austin like at the turn of the millennium? We took a look back at the final year of the 20th century to see what life was like pre-Y2K.
From parades, to markets, to art shows and tours, there’s a way for everyone to get in on the celebrations of freedom.
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Explore these dog-friendly places in Austin, from places to eat, drink, shop, exercise, and stay the night.
From making sandwiches with feet to raising the oldest cat alive, Austinites are a talented bunch.
The historic Huston-Tillotson University has produced dozens of notable alumni who have shaped the Austin folks know today.
We’ve got some tips on how to sustainably dispose of your holiday decor.