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Would you agree that Downtown is Austin’s living room? | Photo by ATXtoday
There’s never a dull moment in Downtown Austin, which is why Mayor Kirk Watson calls it “Austin’s living room.”
It wasn’t always the bustling city center that it is today — it’s been a goal of Watson’s to revitalize Downtown since he first took office in 1997. The nickname begs the question: If Downtown is Austin’s living room, what does that make the rest of the city?
Austin’s dining room: east Austin
What do Franklin Barbecue, Kemuri Tatsu-Ya, Birdie’s, and la Barbecue have in common? They’re all located in east Austin, along with a host of lauded restaurants in town.
Austin’s garage: The Cathedral of Junk
Let’s be honest, the garage is usually where all of our junk is cast, making the Cathedral of Junk an apt comparison.
Austin’s pool: Barton Springs Pool
Alright, this one is a little self-explanatory, but Barton Springs Pool has been keeping Austinites cool for over a century, and it’s right in the city’s proverbial backyard.
Public Days: Spring Native Plant Sale | Saturday, April 18-Sunday, April 26 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center | Free with admission
"Cold Blooded” musician and Austinite Gary Clark Jr. joined the Austin Blues Festival lineup and is scheduled to take the stage along with Jimmie Vaughan & Friends on Saturday, April 25. Tickets are available starting at $89.
Stat
Do you live in 78746? If so, you’re living in the wealthiest ZIP code in the state, aka the area that encapsulates West Lake Hills and Rollingwood, where the average income is ~$1 million. See how your ZIP code stacks up. (Austin American-Statesman)
Watch
Did you ever get the chance to take a flight from Austin’s now-defunct Mueller Airport? Whether you want to take a walk down memory lane or have only seen its leftover hangar at Mueller Lake Park, watch these clips of the airport from 1990 and 1991. (KVUE)
State
The Lone Star State is taking a trip across the pond. State leaders are working on opening an office in London, which will be run by Austinite and Vianovo founder James Taylor, in an effort to bring UK businesses to Texas. (Austin Business Journal)
Pets
Cedar Park’s Bark Park (say that five times fast)reopened to the public after it underwent a series of improvements earlier this year. The five-acre dog haven features a dog pond, drinking fountains, and doggy showers, so it’s perfect for cooling off in the summer. (Community Impact)
Transit
Austin City Council approved a $5 million investment to improve CapMetro’s Route 2, which operates around Springdale Road. (KVUE)
Pro Tip
Download the XOXO Downtown Austin App to access free parking and be the first to know about pop-up live performances. Text “ATX LIVE” to 512-890-3099 to download.*
Asked
Asked
What year did Robert Mueller Municipal Airport close?
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I saw “Mamma Mia!” at the Bass Concert Hall earlier this week, and though I went in knowing I would love it, I was awed by the beautiful set and comedy sprinkled in. It’s showing until Sunday, April 19, so don’t wait to get tickets.
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