07.04.2023

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69º | Rainy | 87% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:28 a.m. | Sunset 5:42 p.m.

🏡 Bring home the Hill Country

Hot Homes: 5 Hill Country dream homes on the market right now

Imagine the barbecues you could host at this Hill Country dream home at 23937 Oscar Rd. | Photo courtesy of Compass

Ready to make lakeside lounging a little more permanent?

Soak up some Central Texas beauty at one of these Hill Country dream homes, each just a few steps from the lake. FYI, they’re all on the market right now.

6003 Valleyview St., Lago Vista | 4 beds, 2 baths | $1.45 million
This hilltop home comes complete with all the amenities you would need for backyard living, including a pool, gazebo, and outdoor kitchen.

The inside of a kitchen with large windows overlooking a lake. — This plot of land on Knights Row is ready for building, but has a temporary residence on the property in the meantime.
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Photo by Matthew Wilson

645 Knights Row, Horseshoe Bay | 8.5 acres | $1.85 million
Build your own Hill Country dream home on this lot — which is ready for development — and enjoy panoramic views of Lake LBJ and Horseshoe Bay.

23937 Oscar Rd., Spicewood | 5 beds, 3 baths | $2.5 million
This part modern-part farmhouse estate in Spicewood spans 3,509 sqft on one story. With a partially turfed backyard, in-ground trampoline, full-sized pool, and five acres of land, this home is ready to become your summertime haven.

A modern farmhouse rustic living room and dining room. — Get ready to live out your modern farmhouse dreams.
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Photo via Compass

19408 Sean Avery Path, Spicewood | 6 beds, 4 baths | $3 million
Carve out your own slice — 5,231 sqft on three acres, to be exact — of the Hill Country. With a pool and spa, outdoor kitchen, firepits, and wine room, this home is perfect for entertaining.

7204 Getaway Dr., Jonestown | 5 beds, 5 bath | $4.4 million
This waterfront lot is a picture of luxury living with upscale finishes, windows galore, a floor-to-ceiling fireplace, an infinity pool, expansive views, and a path down to Lake Travis.

Events

Tuesday, July 4

Willie Nelson’s 4th of July Picnic | Tuesday, July 4 | 2 p.m. | Q2 Stadium, 10414 McKalla Pl., Austin | $49-$999 | The 50th anniversary of Willie’s annual celebration features live music from Tyler Childers, Shakey Graves, and Dwight Yoakam.
Hill Country Galleria Independence Day Festival | Tuesday, July 4 | 4-10 p.m. | Hill Country Galleria, 12700 Hill Country Blvd., Austin | Free | This fest features 40+ vendors, face painting, water games, live music, and a fireworks show.
H-E-B Austin Symphony July Fourth Concert & Fireworks | Tuesday, July 4 | 5 p.m. | The Long Center for the Performing Arts, 701 W. Riverside Dr., Austin | Free-$200 | Get a VIP ticket to arrive early for live music on the 3D printed stage, or wait until 8 p.m. for the free symphony performance and fireworks.

Wednesday, July 5

William Harries Graham and Jon Dee Graham | Wednesday, July 5 | 9:30 p.m. | The Continental Club, 1315 S. Congress Ave., Austin | $10 | Resident father-son musicians William Harries Graham and Jon Dee Graham will perform before Carrie Fussell of Calliope Musicals.

Events calendar here

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Drink

🍹 Give it up for this (zero-proof) marg

Add a splash of mango or passion fruit juice to your margarita for an added tropical punch. | Photo via Ritual Zero Proof

Your new favorite summer cocktail? An alcohol-free marg made with Ritual Zero Proof tequila. The best part? It’s hangover-free.

Virgin all day margarita

Ingredients:

2 oz. Ritual Tequila Alternative
1 oz. orange juice
1 oz. fresh lime juice
1/2 oz. simple syrup
Lime slice

Directions:

Shake all ingredients (except lime slice) in a shaker with ice. Pour into a cocktail glass with ice and garnish with a lime slice.

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News Notes

Today Is

The Fourth of July, or Independence Day. Before you get to celebrating, review the types of fireworks approved by the city, or see some tips for soothing pets who get scared by the noise.

Development

The Travis County Commissioners Court approved $6.5 million in funding for local affordable housing nonprofit Foundation Communities. The money will fund a 110-unit apartment building — with 22 units set aside for folks experiencing homelessness — at 11630 N. Lamar Blvd. (Austin Monitor)

Transit

CapMetro will offer free rides on all services, including bike rentals, after 5 p.m. today for easy firework viewing and transportation. The rail will also offer extended service from Leander to Downtown from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. today. Plan your route.

Weather

Saharan dust moving over the Atlantic Ocean is headed toward Texas, and could impact air quality later in the week. The dust is caused by storms in Africa, and could make the sky appear hazy starting Wednesday, July 5. (KVUE)

Ranked

The Austin metropolitan area is the best city in the US to start a career, followed by Seattle and Salt Lake City, according to Bankrate. Although affordability in Austin ranked No. 12, the Capital City ranked first for quality of life and third for equal opportunity access.

Answered

We asked for your favorite local sauce.
Here’s what you said:

An end cap of sriracha with a sign reading "sriracha chili sauce one bottle limit per customer." — Sriracha is available, but limited, at Hana World Market on 1700 W. Parmer Lane.
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Photo by Matt DeMario

City Editor Figi here. 👋 I’m just going to say it, y’all have some hot takes.

Amid the recent sriracha shortage, we asked you to tell us your favorite local sauce. Let’s get spicy.

I was glad to see some of you echoed a love of Yellowbird. If your favorite condiment has been hit by supply chain delays, reader Brian M. also recommends Taco Deli’s Salsa Doña (which is available at Whole Foods).

Reader Kate D. likes to bring home some extra creamy jalapeño from Chuy’s, while Davis J. prefers to buy El Patio’s salsa.

And to whoever recommended Jaime’s Spanish Village — I’m especially excited to try this one.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

Today isn’t only Independence Day to me — it’s mostly my mom’s birthday. We celebrate with handfuls of sparklers, angel food cake, and a trip to the lake most years.

Happy birthday Mom, and to anyone else who shares America’s birthday.

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