• The Major is expected to bring $40 million in economic impact to Austin
• Players will compete for a $1.25 million prize pool
• 50,000+ fans are expected to attend the competition at the Moody Center
• The event will be broadcast in 28 languages to fans in 150+ territories

• Marg Mondays | Monday, June 17 | 12-10 p.m. | Hotel San Jose, 1316 S. Congress Ave., Austin | Cost of purchase | Start the week off right with an $8 marg and $40 patio pitchers.
• Bob Schneider’s “Lonelyland” | Monday, June 17 | 8:30-10 p.m. | The Saxon Pub, 1320 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin | $15-$25 | Sit in on this local musician’s residency at an iconic venue.

• Two-Step Dance Lessons | Tuesday, June 18 | Times vary | Sagebrush, 5500 S. Congress Ave., Austin | Free with RSVP | Put on your cowboy boots and learn to two-step at this weekly class for beginners.
• The Lonesome Heroes Live Concert Taping | Tuesday, June 18 | 7-10:30 p.m. | Carousel Lounge, 1110 E. 52nd St., Austin | Free | Dance the night away during this chance to be part of local band’s live taping.

• LAFC vs. Austin FC | Wednesday, June 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Q2 Stadium, 10414 McKalla Pl., Austin | $59-$133 | Put on your green + black attire and head to the stadium to support our local football club.

• Super Sour Solstice | Thursday, June 20 | 3-10 p.m. | Blue Owl Brewing, 2400 E. Cesar Chavez St., Ste. #300, Austin | Free | Celebrate the longest day of the year by being among the first to try the brewery’s new “super sour” beers on draft.

• The steaks are high for Chef Kareem El-Ghayesh of KG BBQ, because the pitmaster will appear on the new season of “Barbecue Showdown” on Netflix premiering Thursday, July 4. El-Ghayesh will be one of nine contestants, each competing for a chance to win $50,000. (Eater Austin)

• Here’s a rain check. A tropical system brewing in the Gulf of Mexico could bring more than an inch of rain to the Central Texas area. There’s a chance of rain every day this week until Friday, including 60% on both Wednesday and Thursday. (KVUE)

• Uncle Nicky’s Italian Specialties has a second location in the works. The north Italian-inspired restaurant will open its new spot, 2121 S. Lamar Blvd., on Saturday, June 22 and serve its familiar handmade pastas, ricotta pancakes, and cocktails.

• Electric vehicle maker Rivian opened its South Congress showroom on Saturday in a weekend packed with events. The 10,000-sqft space features the R1S SUV and R1T truck for viewing and test drives, a rooftop patio, and access to the Lady Bird Lake Hike & Bike Trail. (CultureMap Austin)

• Austin Water’s financial manager expects rates to increase 4%-9% in the next fiscal year to keep up with demand. The company is asking customers for feedback in the process — attend an open house or complete the survey online to share your thoughts. (KXAN)

• $13 million. That’s how much money is up for grabs as part of the City of Austin’s Thrive and Elevate Grant programs. Arts organizations, individual artists, and creative businesses are invited to apply between Tuesday, June 25 and Tuesday, July 23.

• The report card is in for the Dallas Stars — who is the team’s unsung hero? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Dallas Stars with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
  

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