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Photo 1: A family of three enjoys a meal on a sunny outdoor patio. The adults smile and engage in conversation, while the child appears curious. Colorful smoothies and salads adorn the table. Photo 2: A joyful family of three plays on a sunny beach. The parents swing their smiling child between them. The background shows a lifeguard tower and blue ocean. Photo 3: Two people ride bicycles on a board walk on the beach on a sunny day.
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A couple and a dog standing next to a downed branch on the street.
Travel and Outdoors
Tips for dealing with branches broken by the winter storm
First thing’s first, stay away from downed power lines.
February 2, 2023
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London Gibson
A view of frost-covered trees and a gray sky over the Seaholm District.
Travel and Outdoors
Power outage swipes more than 30% of Austin’s electricity
The storm is almost over so stay warm, and indoors, if you can.
February 1, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Travel and Outdoors
Triple 7 team sets trio of world records
The expedition was spearheaded in part by Austinite Mike Sarraille
January 24, 2023
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Laura Figi
A scene of mountains amid a blue sky
Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Missoula, MT
Planning a getaway? Check out Missoula, MT, a mountain getaway rich with outdoor adventures, scenic views, and a quaint downtown.
January 17, 2023
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London Gibson
The Sandia Mountains with a cloud resting on top.
Travel and Outdoors
Great Escapes: Our guide to Albuquerque, NM
Planning a getaway? Consider Albuquerque, NM, the biggest city in the Land of Enchantment.
January 17, 2023
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Laura Figi
A photo of the Goddess of Liberty in the Bullock Texas State History Museum.
History
This is what the statue on top of the Texas Capitol looks like
Someone woke up on the wrong side of the slab.
January 12, 2023
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Laura Figi
A close up on a cedar branch.
Travel and Outdoors
How to survive cedar fever, according to readers
Don’t sniffle in silence — try these tips from fellow readers.
January 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Travel and Outdoors
The 2023 celestial calendar for Austin, TX
Don’t miss any of this year’s meteor showers, supermoons, or solar eclipses.
January 10, 2023
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Emily Shea-Owen
Gloved hands plant a row of lettuce into soil.
Real Estate
Winter gardening tips for Austin
How to prepare your garden and what to plant in the winter months.
January 4, 2023
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Jessalin Heins-Nagamoto
The candy cane pillars at the Long Center, with ice skaters in the foreground and the Austin skyline in the background
History
Historic Christmas Day weather in Austin
Austin weather’s got the range.
December 20, 2022
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London Gibson
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The interior of Hill Country Weavers displays an array of colorful yarns organized on shelves and racks. A mannequin in the center wears a hand-knit multicolored cardigan. Skeins of yarn in various textures and hues fill cubbies, baskets, and display stands. A sign above the shelves reads "Our Happy Place," and natural light streams in through the windows.
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Austin-based alternatives to Joann Fabric and Crafts
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How to see a concert for free at Moody Amphitheater
One hundred lucky winners will be able to see each show at Moody Amphitheater for free due to a partnership with C3 Presents and Live Nation.
February 28, 2025
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A vibrant Mardi Gras-themed feast is spread across a table, featuring a bowl of New Orleans-style barbecue shrimp with toasted bread, a po' boy sandwich filled with lettuce and crispy seafood, a golden-brown king cake drizzled with green, yellow, and white icing, and a plate of flaky, crescent-shaped meat pies. Beaded necklaces in purple, green, and gold decorate the table, along with a small candle casting a warm glow. A bottle of hot sauce and a classic cocktail with a lemon garnish complete the festive setting.
Culture
8 Mardi Gras celebrations in Austin
The countdown to Fat Tuesday is on — here’s where you can eat king cake, sip daiquiris, and grab beads in ATX during Mardi Gras.
February 27, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A glowing SXSW logo behind three white chairs with microphones sitting on top.
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Your ultimate guide to SXSW 2025
Get ready for a nine-day, citywide party Austinites, because SXSW is just around the corner and we’re getting excited.
February 26, 2025
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The Austin, Texas skyline and Lady Bird Lake with a blue, setting sky behind them.
Business
We’re celebrating Small Business Week, here’s how to join us
Join us at ATXtoday in celebrating the heart of our community: small businesses.
February 25, 2025
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A rendering of the new Austin Convention Center showcases a spacious outdoor walkway with people walking, socializing, and engaging with a food truck. A large, colorful canopy with intricate patterns and abstract designs stretches overhead. The surrounding area features lush greenery, modern architecture with glass and stone elements, and a backdrop of high-rise buildings under a bright sky.
City
Take a first look at the new Austin Convention Center
Peek into the future of the $1.6 billion project, which is slated to begin just after SXSW, and transform the future of Downtown Austin.
February 25, 2025
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Laura Figi
The Austin skyline, as seen from between trees lining the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail./
Culture
Stacking up: How Austin ranks from one to 10 in studies
From the best state capital to live, to the best nightlife, to best places to get coffee, Austin is well-represented in these studies.
February 24, 2025
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Laura Figi
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Culture
Where to learn about Black history in Austin
History exists in more than just books — these local resources will show you the impacts of Black Austinites across our city.
February 24, 2025
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London Gibson
A spread of food on a table at The Greek Bar in Austin, Texas. Dishes include pita bread and a spread, a whole grilled sea bass, two salads, potatoes, and other vegetables. Two cocktails also sit on the table and are garnished with fruit and herbs.
Food
The Greek Bar dishes up elevated Mediterranean fare in south Austin
Ahead of The Greek Bar’s debut in Austin’s dining scene, let’s dig in to the menu, beverage program, and interior design.
February 21, 2025
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Morgan O’Neal
A close-up of the wooden cabin with a damaged front door and three historical markers on the front.
City
The Henry Green Madison Cabin will be disassembled for restoration
The historic home to the first Black Austin City Council member will receive approximately $495,000 worth of improvements.
February 20, 2025
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