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Culture
Flashback Friday: Learn about the hundreds of historical markers in Austin
Let’s take a deeper dive into some of Austin’s historical markers, the significance they hold, and how long they’ve been standing.
August 21, 2025 01:00 PM
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Laura Figi
A drone footage photo of an expansive field at Onion Creek Metropolitan Park, with trees in the background and curved sidewalks bordering one edge.
City
City of Austin gets moving on first-ever all abilities playground
Planning for the new accessible and inclusive playground, to be located in the Onion Creek area, will begin in January.
December 19, 2023
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London Gibson
Two people and a dog walking along the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail, with buildings in the background.
Culture
Holiday help: Where to take visitors this season
Have friends or family in town this year? We’re here to help plan their visit.
December 15, 2023
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London Gibson
People walking on Pedernales Falls, with light blue pools in the foreground.
Travel and Outdoors
What we learned visiting eight local Texas State Parks
We spent the 100th anniversary of Texas State Parks exploring the parks in our area.
December 5, 2023
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London Gibson
A yellow golf flag as seen from in between trees.
Travel and Outdoors
A good walk spoiled at Lockhart State Park
This state park about 45 minutes from Austin features a swimming pool, playground, and golf course.
December 5, 2023
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London Gibson
A tall Red Oak tree towers in the park outside Indeed Tower, with a glowing star installation in the foreground.
Real Estate
Sick heritage Red Oak tree to find a new life inside Indeed Tower
Arborists removed the 150-year-old tree this month due to a fungus and tree rot.
November 21, 2023
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London Gibson
An illuminated sign for Creek Show in Austin, TX.
Culture
Experience Waterloo Greenway’s Creek Show
This annual event features eight illuminated installations and nightly music performances.
November 14, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
A grey, cylindrical facility on a sidewalk with a photo of a rose on the door and a "restroom" sign next to the door.
City
Become privy to these privies: Austin’s modular public restroom
This Portland-made, free-to-use, stand-alone toilet is working to address common public bathroom concerns.
November 9, 2023
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Brianna Williams
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Travel and Outdoors
Exploring winding trails at Buescher State Park
Buescher State Park offers opportunities to hike, bike, swim, and fish in Central Texas’ Lost Pines forest.
November 7, 2023
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London Gibson
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Travel and Outdoors
It’s My Park Day is this Saturday at parks across Austin
Volunteer for a cause — and get rewarded with some free treats — at this annual initiative to beautify Austin’s many green spaces.
November 2, 2023
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Laura Figi
Buford Tower in Downtown Austin, with the sun setting to the left.
City
Buford Tower repairs complete two years after fire damage
The historic fire drill tower in Downtown Austin has been restored with new windows and updates to its brick and concrete plinth.
October 30, 2023
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London Gibson
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Dig into Austin’s must-try pizza shops including New York-style, Roman pizza, wood-fired, Detroit-style, and creative pies.
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Culture
Thrive in the second half of 2025 in Austin
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July 3, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
A bakery display case filled with an assortment of cupcakes in various flavors and colors. The cupcakes are topped with sprinkles, frosting swirls, and other decorative elements. Behind the cupcakes, there are several full-sized cakes stored under glass covers. Labels indicate flavors like lemon and strawberry, and the store interior features teal accents
Food
Where to get birthday freebies in Austin
Party like it’s your birthday with these gifts from nearby businesses to you.
July 3, 2025
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Laura Figi
Many people and pets splash in the water on the free side of Barton Springs Pool, with the paid side visible in the background.
Play
Free things to do in Austin
Save this list of fun, free activities for when your bank account needs a break.
July 2, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Business
6 bars + restaurants with pools in Austin
I’ll have an espresso martini and a bottle of sunscreen on the side, please.
July 1, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Culture
Bar Hacienda is now open underneath Tiger Lilly
The new, underground bar comes from industry veterans and the folks behind Here Nor There.
June 30, 2025
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Laura Figi
Two tacos topped with crumbled cheese, avocado, and beans.
Live
Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Austin
Ready for your lunch break? Check out these 35 lunches from north to south Austin.
June 25, 2025
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STAFF
"I Love You So Much" spraypainted in red cursive on a green wall.
Play
It’s a date: 35+ date ideas in Austin
Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the Capital City.
June 24, 2025
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STAFF
A piña colada in the foreground with the Austin skyline in the background.
Entertainment
13 Austin speakeasies to visit
You’ll need to be pretty savvy to get into these Austin speakeasies, which range from rooftops and garages to basements and caves.
June 23, 2025
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Laura Figi