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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 02:32 PM
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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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Home Services
14 cost-saving home upgrades in Austin
Water conservation can be cool — and save you some cash.
July 17, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
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40 volunteer opportunities in Austin
This list of volunteer opportunities in Austin, TX includes everything from building homes for people in need to fostering shelter animals.
November 18, 2024
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How Kirk Watson was voted mayor again in 2024
Kirk Watson has a storied history of being Mayor of Austin, and with his re-election confirmed, he’ll serve another four-year term.
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Shop local at these holiday markets in Austin
‘Tis the season to start shopping for the holidays and anything you can buy, you can buy local at one of these holiday markets.
November 15, 2024
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Laura Figi
Swimmers enjoying the pool at Barton Springs Park in Austin, Texas.
Culture
Which locations around Austin deserve a historical marker?
Historical markers are physical signs, plaques, and statues that commemorate a significant place or event. Where would you like to see a historical marker around Austin?
November 15, 2024
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
Colorful outdoor seating area with a vibrant mural covering the building's wall. The mural features whimsical, colorful shapes, including rainbows, clouds, and abstract designs. Wooden tables with metal chairs are arranged under dark blue umbrellas with scalloped edges.
Food
Stargazer bar and cafe opening in east Austin
The new spot will take over the former Austin Eastciders Taproom and serve goodies from a handful of local businesses.
November 13, 2024
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Laura Figi
A unique culinary creation with an artistic presentation. A small, round base, possibly a bread or pastry, is topped with a creamy, lightly toasted layer of sauce or cheese. Skewered on top are succulent, charred pieces of meat or mushroom, stacked and crowned with a tiny figurine of a skull in a top hat. The background is softly blurred, with hints of other elegantly plated dishes.
Food
7 restaurants in Austin earn MICHELIN Stars
Let’s dig into the first-ever picks, including 14 local Bib Gourmand Awards and a handful of MICHELIN-recommended spots, for the MICHELIN Guide Texas.
November 12, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
Two people sit on a curb reading books together outdoors. One person, wearing a denim jacket and a beanie, holds a book titled The Secret of the Moon Conch, while the other, dressed in a gray sweater, is reading a different book. A tote bag labeled "Texas Reader Book Club" rests on the ground beside them.
Events
Your guide to the Texas Book Festival 2024
Authors from Texas — including Matthew McConaughey, Malcolm Gladwell, and Ernest Cline — will share their books, participate in panels, and more
November 11, 2024
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Laura Figi
Large, petal-shaped sculptures over the plaza with chairs in the foreground.
Play
23 museums in Austin
Whether you’re a history buff, art aficionado, or music fan, these 23 museums in Austin have it all.
November 11, 2024
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STAFF
The top of the Texas State Capitol building with the Goddess of Liberty in view, as well as the American flag and the Texas flag.
Events
Veterans Day events and specials around Austin
Celebrate Veterans Day with a parade, ceremonies, and food specials.
November 8, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal
A spread of colorful dishes arranged on a striped, pastel-colored tabletop. There’s a dish of roasted Brussels sprouts garnished with red chili slices, a creamy macaroni and cheese topped with breadcrumbs, a bowl of roasted corn with herbs, mashed sweet potatoes with sage and seeds, and a fresh kale and butternut squash salad sprinkled with almond slices. A small dessert square on a blue-and-white plate adds a sweet note to the scene.
Food
Thanksgiving feasts in Austin: Best spots for dine-in and to-go
Gobble up 12 of the best Thanksgiving meals available in the Capital City.
November 8, 2024
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Morgan O’Neal