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City
Recycled Reads Bookstore will close in early 2026
Austin Public Library will begin to sell its retired material out of its branches instead of the one central used bookstore.
November 18, 2025 03:49 PM
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Laura Figi
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Small Businesses
ATXtoday’s 2025 holiday gift guide: 90+ finds for everyone you love
Including gifts for significant others, retirees, holiday parties, young people, and gifts that ship fast.
October 29, 2025
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Emily Shea-Owen
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Live
50+ wonderful coffee shops to try out in Austin
If you don’t have coffee already in hand, consider this your sign to grab some.
September 3, 2025
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STAFF
Modern urban streetscape featuring contemporary multi-story buildings with large glass windows and vertical wooden slats. The corner building has a ground-floor café with outdoor seating filled with people. Pedestrians, cyclists, and cars move along the tree-lined street, while clear blue skies and birds in flight complete the scene.
City
Peek inside the upcoming redesign for the Twin Oaks Shopping Center
The former site of the temporary H-E-B at South Congress Avenue will be redeveloped to include retail, office, and residential space.
June 12, 2025
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Laura Figi
A massive structure covered in vines with a round red sign that reads "XXX Pearl."
Travel and Outdoors
How to spend a day in San Antonio, according to an Austinite
Get ready to plan your next day trip and let City Editor Figi take you through some of her favorite spots from a recent trip to the historic Alamo City.
May 20, 2025
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Laura Figi
A vibrant collage showcasing iconic Austin, Texas experiences. At the center, a smiling woman in a floral dress and cowboy hat holds a pint of beer from "Oasis Texas Brewing Co." Surrounding her are images of local food and landmarks: a cheeseburger with crinkle fries, a bowl of ravioli, two colorful drinks on a mosaic table, the historic Paramount Theatre, and The Contemporary Austin’s “Jones Center” with multicolored windows. The background features the Austin skyline and blue sky, blending into playful patterns like leopard print and red with white stars.
Culture
10 of City Editor Morgan’s favorite places in Austin
City Editor Morgan is celebrating one year at ATXtoday by sharing her favorite local spots, from restaurants and bars to event venues and green spaces.
May 13, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A lively boutique clothing store filled with people shopping and socializing. The store has a bright, modern interior with racks of clothing along the walls, a central wooden counter, and hanging pastel lamps. Shoppers are dressed in casual, trendy outfits, and the atmosphere appears cheerful and welcoming.
Business
What makes Austin’s small business scene special?
We asked the question, and small business owners across Austin answered.
May 8, 2025
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STAFF
A colorful hat customization shop features wooden walls lined with decorative accessories and materials. On the left, large spools of ribbon in various colors—ranging from mustard yellow to deep red and muted brown—are mounted on a wall rack. Below them, patterned scarves hang neatly. A vintage-style white glass wall sconce lights the workspace. In the center, a shelf displays lace, fabric bands, and beaded hatbands hanging from black hooks, with small signs reading “Build a Hat” and showing hat style options. To the right, wide-brimmed hats in neutral and pastel tones sit stacked on circular shelves, with more hats and small accessories arranged on a display table in front of a mirror. Decorative elements like dried flowers, feathers, and ornate frames add to the boutique’s eclectic and rustic charm.
Business
Top off your weekend at The Hat and Floral Bar
This weekend-only micro shop lets you design a hat, shop local makers, and leave with a bouquet in hand.
May 2, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A person pours melted wax into a candle mold during a candle-making workshop at Slow North. Amber glass bottles labeled with various scents, including cinnamon, are arranged on a table nearby.
Business
Small Business Week has arrived in Austin
Join us at ATXtoday in celebrating small businesses from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10.
May 1, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Sponsored
What to buy for parents: Your 2025 gift guide for Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
Including Oprah’s favorite eye mask and a No. 1 best-selling beard trimmer.
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Business
Shop Harry Styles’s brand at The Pleasing Inn in the Austin Motel
The Pleasing Inn will move into the SoCo staple for a weeks-long experience, including exclusive merchandise and photo-worthy spaces.
March 3, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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A vibrant brunch spread displayed on a wooden table, featuring dishes like blueberry pancakes with bacon and eggs, smoked salmon with toast, granola with fresh fruit, a sweet potato hash, and a frosted slice of cake. Drinks include an espresso martini, matcha latte, black coffee, and a cocktail garnished with a dried citrus slice. A colorful checkered booth lines the back of the table.
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December 8, 2025
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Business
Meet the Austinites on the 2026 Forbes 30 Under 30 list
From venture capital to aerospace technology to puppy sweatshirts, these Austinites make up some of the most successful people in their fields.
December 4, 2025
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Laura Figi
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 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 4, 2025
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STAFF
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Culture
Shop around Austin with the 2025 ATX Small Business Passport
Do your holiday shopping while you get to know a few of Austin’s small businesses, all while earning discounts and potential prizes.
December 4, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
ATXtoday 2025 Recap: The top stories of 2025
It’s not just your year in music — we’ve also rounded up your year in local news from ATXtoday for our faithful readers.
December 3, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Food
An Italian bakery co-owned by Tom Segura is now open in Austin
Ciccio Bomba’s pastries, sandwiches, brunch foods, and signature treats are now available for purcahse at Fareground in Downtown Austin.
December 2, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
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.
December 2, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
HOPE Outdoor Gallery reopens in east Austin
The new, free gallery is back open near the airport for street artists of all ages and skill levels to enjoy.
December 1, 2025
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Laura Figi
A teddy bear made of colorful Christmas lights sits among lit-up trees on the path of the Trail of Lights.
Events
Plan Ahead: Don’t miss these events happening in Austin
Bookmark this guide for a curated list of events taking place each month that we’re most looking forward to.
December 1, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
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Business
Our Austin-based Small Business Saturday shopping picks
The 16th annual edition of Small Business Saturday falls on November 29 — the perfect time to help you add a local sparkle into your holiday shopping.
November 26, 2025
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Laura Figi