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Culture
How to give a sustainable gift this holiday season
We’re dreaming of a green Christmas.
December 09, 2024 03:00 PM
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Laura Figi
The basement speakeasy of Tiger Lilly has wallpaper on the wall and ceilings, hanging plants, and a mirrored bar.
Development
A new event venue hits Downtown Austin
There’s a new place to host your weddings and special events at the corner of 4th Street and Colorado Street.
November 14, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
View of the pool and waterfall.
Live
Amazing Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Austin
Check out some of the coolest, most unique Airbnb and Vrbo rentals around Austin and plan for your next adventure or staycation.
October 21, 2024
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STAFF
Aerial view of a mansion known as "Sanctuary on Barton Creek" with a pool, courtyard, and surrounding trees.
Real Estate
Take a tour of this “Sanctuary on Barton Creek”
For $15.2 million, this ranch-style home could be yours.
October 10, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Jared Padalecki and Jensen Ackles sit at a Comic-Con panel. Padalecki is on the left with shoulder-length hair and a casual jacket over a graphic t-shirt, with a name card reading "Jared Padalecki" in front of him. Ackles is on the right, with shorter hair and wearing a dark jacket, looking toward him. Both are seated behind microphones, with Comic-Con logos on the table and the backdrop behind them. Bottled water is on the table.
Culture
25 celebrities that live in Austin
It’s not just us who love Austin — dozens of celebrities have chosen to forgo New York and Los Angeles in favor of the Capital City.
September 18, 2024
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Laura Figi
The Austin skyline as seen from Lady Bird Lake, with pink sunset sky
Live
How much it costs to live in Austin
We’ve broken down the cost of living in Austin, TX, comparing it to other states and the US national average.
August 27, 2024
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STAFF
A little blue house with a red door.
Real Estate
Home inventory up in Austin: buyers search outside of city limits
Sales decreased since last July in Travis County, but increased in surrounding areas like Williamson, Hays, Bastrop, and Caldwell counties.
August 16, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A white house with dark accents behind a lawn and stone pathway.
Real Estate
How difficult is it to buy a home in Austin?
This NBC tool utilizes home prices, interest rates, and availability (among other factors) to determine just how difficult it is to buy a home in Travis County.
August 14, 2024
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Brianna Williams
A serene and luxurious lakeside property. In the foreground, there's a beautifully designed pool with a natural stone waterfall feature and adjacent hot tub. Several lounge chairs are arranged around the pool. Beyond the pool, there is a large, well-manicured lawn leading to the lake, a basketball court, and a boathouse with an upper deck stands at the water's edge. The lake is calm and surrounded by lush, green trees and hills, creating a picturesque and tranquil setting. The sky is clear and blue, enhancing the overall idyllic atmosphere.
Real Estate
Homes with amenities to channel your inner Olympian
Live like a world-class athlete at one of these three homes with Olympics-adjacent amenities that are on the market now here in Austin.
August 7, 2024
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Laura Figi
The pond at Beverly S. Sheffield Northwest District Park in Allandale, with a bench set to the right side.
Real Estate
How much it could cost to rent in Austin based on the neighborhood
Trying to move neighborhoods? We looked at 15 different neighborhoods around Austin to compare cost of rent to the local average.
August 1, 2024
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Laura Figi
A rendering of the street view of what Block 18 could look like, including a mid-rise housing complex with murals, shops, pedestrians, sculptures, and the historic Victory Grill.
City
Two blocks in east Austin to be reshaped into cultural hubs
Blocks 16 and 18 on East 11th Street will undergo a major transformation when new mixed-use developments break ground.
July 19, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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A festive spread of various dishes arranged on a table with a striped blue and orange tablecloth. The centerpiece is a glazed roasted ham in a copper pot, surrounded by bowls of kale salad, green bean salad, and noodles. Other items include cinnamon rolls, appetizers topped with feta, and a glass teapot with tea.
Food
Hungry for the holidays: 12 restaurants to grab some grub for December 25
Whether you don’t want to bother with cooking or you want to treat the family to a delicious meal out, here are a few restaurants to try.
December 5, 2024
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Laura Figi
A modern H-E-B grocery store entrance with a large red "H-E-B" logo prominently displayed at the top. The building features tall glass windows, a red awning with "WELCOME" written in bold letters, and multiple glass doors. The exterior includes a wide concrete staircase with railings and a decorated barricade showcasing festive designs at the bottom right corner. The sky above is partly cloudy, reflecting in the glass windows.
Business
Inside the new H-E-B on South Congress Avenue
The Texas grocer’s oldest location in Austin is now a shiny, new gem in the Violet Crown.
December 4, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A festive outdoor scene, with colorful holiday lights wrapped around tree branches. Large vintage-style bulbs in vibrant red, gold, and green glow warmly, complemented by twinkling string lights. In the background, Austin’s distinctive skyline, including the Frost Bank Tower, is illuminated against the night sky.
Play
Winter events happening in and around Austin
Plan your winter with festivals and holiday-themed events happening in the Capital City.
December 4, 2024
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STAFF
A festive Christmas-themed bar with vibrant holiday decorations, including wrapped gift boxes hanging from the ceiling, colorful string lights, garlands, and ornaments. The bar counter features red and white candy cane stripes, surrounded by warm white lights. A neon sign glows in the background, and a nutcracker figure stands to the side.
Food
Your ultimate guide to 25 holiday pop-up bars in Austin
From festive rooftops to movie-inspired spaces, we’re breaking down the best holiday pop-up bars spreading cheer in the 512.
December 2, 2024
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STAFF
Two women looking at art hanging on the wall.
Culture
Give back to one of these 18 nonprofits on Giving Tuesday 2024
Celebrate Giving Tuesday with Austin’s chapter, I Live Here I Give Here, by giving back to one of these 18 nonprofits helping various causes around the city.
December 2, 2024
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Laura Figi
The Sorin Oak at St. Edwards University
City
Go out on a limb for Heritage Trees in Austin
The Capital City is serious about its 33+ million trees — so much so that many of them are protected by the Heritage Tree Ordinance.
November 29, 2024
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Laura Figi
A vibrant display inside Prototype Vintage in Austin, Texas. It features a colorful selection of garments, including a pink blouse, an orange cardigan, and yellow shorts. Below, there is a rack with neatly arranged clothes in a variety of hues and patterns. Accessories such as sunglasses, bags, and other items are displayed on nearby shelves and tables. The shop's decor includes a poster reading "Proteotype Vintage Design," adding to the retro aesthetic.
Business
Local gems to support on Small Business Saturday
The Capital City is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 26, 2024
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STAFF
A view of Austin's skyline, featuring modern skyscrapers and architectural highlights reflected on the waters of Lady Bird Lake. A bridge spans the lake, surrounded by lush greenery and tree branches framing the scene. The sky is a vibrant shade of blue, dotted with a few clouds. Construction cranes are visible in the distance.
Culture
What Austinites are thankful for this Thanksgiving
We asked, and locals shared why they’re thankful to live in the Capital City.
November 26, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A festive arrangement of holiday-themed drinks, including cocktails garnished with dried citrus slices, star anise, and whipped cream, set against a backdrop of holiday decorations like a small Christmas tree and ornaments. Coasters with the "Upstairs at Caroline" logo are visible in the background.
Food
Go Rockin’ Around the Rooftops with this holiday bar crawl
Don’t get your tinsel in a tangle — stroll through six of Austin’s holiday pop-up bars for fun with friends and potential for prizes.
November 25, 2024
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Laura Figi
Fran Harris cuts down a basketball net, a tradition often associated with celebrating a significant victory in basketball. Harris is wearing a Texas Longhorns basketball jersey and is captured in the act of removing the net from the hoop.
Sports
How Fran Harris is driving Austin’s WNBA dreams
An Austin local and hoops trailblazer is making the case for the Capital City to join the WNBA.
November 22, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal