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Austinites 🤝 Olympic medals

How many Olympic medals have Austin athletes won so far?
The Eiffel Tower sparkles at night with the Olympic rings.
Each Olympic medal includes a piece of the Eiffel Tower this year. | Photo by Rachel Byrne
It’s hard to believe the Paris 2024 Olympics are near their end — the games run through Sunday, Aug. 11.

There’s much to celebrate for athletes with ties to Austin and athletes from Texas as a whole already — they’ve claimed more medals than many countries.

Let’s take a look at which local Olympians are bringing home gold, silver, and bronze medals so far. For more Olympic news, keep up with Team USA via KVUE.

Regan Smith, Swimming
  • Gold: Mixed 4 x 100m Medley Relay
  • Gold: Women’s 4 x 100m Medley Relay
  • Silver: Women’s 200m Butterfly
  • Silver: Women’s 200m Backstroke
  • Silver: Women’s 100m Backstroke
Hubert Kós, Swimming (Hungary)
  • Gold: Men’s 200m Backstroke
Gabrielle Thomas, Track and Field
  • Gold: Women’s 200m
Scottie Scheffler, Golf
  • Gold: Men’s Individual Stroke Play
A huge sculpture of the olympic rings in front of the paris stadium.

When you watch the closing ceremony, keep your eyes out for the athletes with local ties.

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Valarie Allman, Track and Field
  • Gold: Women’s Discus Throw
Ryan Crouser, Track and Field
  • Gold: Men’s Shot Put Final
Tara Davis-Woodhall, Track and Field
  • Gold: Women’s Long Jump Final
Julien Alfred, Track and Field (Saint Lucia)
  • Gold: Women’s 100m
  • Silver: Women’s 200m
Carson Foster, Swimming
  • Silver: Men’s 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay
  • Bronze: Men’s 400m Individual Medley
Luke Hobson, Swimming
  • Silver: Men’s 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay
  • Bronze: Men’s 200m Freestyle
Drew Kibler, Swimming
  • Silver: Men’s 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay
Erin Gemmell, Swimming
  • Silver: Women’s 4 x 200m Freestyle Relay
Leo Neugebauer, Decathlon (Germany)
  • Silver: Men’s Decathlon
Caspar Corbeau, Swimming (Netherlands)
  • Bronze: Men’s 200m Breaststroke
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Events
Friday, Aug. 9
  • Perreo Club at Empire Garage | Friday, Aug. 9 | 9-11:59 p.m. | Empire Control Room & Garage | Free-$5 | Groove and dance your night away with DJs Suxxy Puxxy and Bonnie Beats.
  • Girls, Gays & Theys Austin Pride | Friday, Aug. 9 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Cheer Up Charlies | Free | Kick off Austin’s Pride weekend with Van Mary, Glitter Cult, and DJ DragonnQueen.
Saturday, Aug. 10
  • Yoga in the Atrium | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 9-10 a.m. | Omni Austin Hotel Downtown | $25 | Your ticket includes a yoga session, valet parking, and light bites + refreshments.
  • Second Saturdays | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | The Contemporary Austin - Laguna Gloria | Free with RSVP | Design a 3D wire sculpture, build a giant communal pool noodle sculpture, and see the Austin Reptile Show.
  • Austin Pride Festival | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Edward Rendon Sr. Metropolitan Park | $20-$150 | This year’s theme is “Queer Cabaret: Unleashed Glamour + Glitz.”
  • Flags & Rags Party: Passport Jamaica | Saturday, Aug. 10 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Reina Rooftop | $20-$300 | Celebrate cultures around the world with “a special salute to Jamaican Independence Day.”
Sunday, Aug. 11
  • Permanent Jewelry Pop-Up | Sunday, Aug. 11 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Meanwhile Brewing Co. | Cost of purchase | Grab your favorite people and treat yourself to some permanent jewelry from Millie Mayfield.
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Plan Ahead

Meet your holiday party’s missing ingredient
A GIF of the outdoor space at Praxis Coffee Roasters in Austin.
Set up a photobooth in front of the “Welcome Home” mural at Praxis Coffee Roasters for the perfect party photo op. | Photos provided by RestauRent
If you’re looking for a unique holiday party venue, Austin has plenty of options. From chic downtown spots to one-of-a-kind locations, here are some top picks:
Whether you’re planning a cozy get-together or fancy cocktail reception, browse more venues on RestauRent to bring your vision to life.
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News Notes
Closed
  • Valentina’s Tex Mex BBQ will not reopen its Buda restaurant, owners confirmed. The barbecue restaurant, which started in Austin as a food truck, originally closed (with plans to reopen) earlier this year due to owing ~$2.3 million to the City of Buda and landlords. The space will be overtaken by a new eatery. (KVUE)
Development
  • The beaver is coming to San Marcos. Buc-ee’s will open a San Marcos Travel Center, beginning construction on Tuesday, Oct. 1 with plans to open in December 2025. The project is expected to cost ~$47 million and include 120 gas pumps and 100 EV charging spots. (KXAN)
Edu
  • Texas State University is eyeing international expansion into Mexico. If the university’s board of regents vote this week to approve a proposed 10-year, $10 million contract for the satellite campus, the facility would be built in Querétaro, Mexico. (KVUE)
Open
  • It’s time to get behind the wheel — One Line Racing Center is now open at 13000 N. I-35, Ste. #106 in north Austin. The venue offers simulated car racing and motorsports experiences, complete with haptic feedback and immersive motion systems, starting at $30 per race. (Austin Community Impact)
Plan Ahead
  • Lions Municipal Golf Course — aka MUNY — will celebrate its 100th anniversary in October. The Lions Club of Austin and the MUNY Conservancy plan to celebrate with a Centennial Celebration, with an open-to-the-public parade, flyovers, and charity golf tournament. (KXAN)
Answered
  • Earlier this week, we asked our readers when Austin started celebrating Pride in August. Only 8% of respondents answered correctly: 2015. Austin holds its Pride parade in August to cut down on competition with other festivals and garner more volunteers, many of which are college students.
Olympics
  • The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France wrap up this weekend. Today’s events include sport climbing, table tennis, wrestling + rhythmic gymnastics — starting at 8 a.m. CST. Meet some of the Austin Olympians that competed this year and enjoy the closing ceremony on Sunday via KVUE.
Sports
  • Coach Steve Sarkisian said his team is the most talented he’s seen since working on the 40 acres. Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Texas Longhorns with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    Arts

    🛍️ This sale is Paramount

    Shop The Paramount Theatre’s archives at estate + vintage poster sale
    The exterior of the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas; the marquee hangs on the entrance of the historic brick building, along with a vertical dark green sign that says "Paramount". A few cars line the street in front of the venue.
    Now’s your chance to buy some of the coolest home decor ever. | Photo via Bells and Whistles Productions
    Austinites will be able to take home a piece of the The Paramount Theatre’s history at its upcoming estate + vintage poster sale.

    Event-goers can shop behind-the-scenes-items, memorabilia and decor from performances and events from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 17.

    Here’s a look at what’s up for grabs:
    • Autographed + vintage posters from shows
    • Autographed guitars
    • Rugs, vases, stools, lighting, table linens, and more from shows
    • Standing desks, shelving, and chairs
    The sale is free to attend and open to the public. For those interested in a sneak peek, a preview shopping night will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 16.

    A $50 preview ticket grants you:
    • An all-access pass to the event the night before
    • Two complimentary drinks
    • Free parking
    Proceeds will benefit the Paramount and State Theatres.
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