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Day Trips & Beyond: June Events Roundup
Balmorhea, Big Bend, Boquillas, Bois d'Arc, and blueberries
"...open to the public after infrastructure upgrades to the water lines, electrical system, paved areas, and restrooms. Each of..."

May 31, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

It’s Gonna Be a Long, Hot Summer – Again
City and county brace for drought, wildfire season
"...January to April, according to the Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District. Still, in a May press release, the district..."

May 24, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...Austin Water Adjusts Conservation Plan: Austin Water is sending its conservation..."

May 3, 2024 News Feature

A Beloved Birthday, Dragon Boats, and More Recommended Events for the Week
Get out before the heat descends
"...to discuss Palm Park’s redesign and revitalization. On Thursday, Waterloo Greenway will present an updated vision for the park,..."

April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Soundscapes, Bat Books, and More Arts Events for the Week
Things to do when you're not staring at an interloping moon
"...at SAGE since 2018, and revolves around themes of water, storms, and food.   – Lina Fisher Total Eclipse..."

April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott

Fayette Fail
"...found this article compelling for its discussion of Fayette’s water usage and LCRA’s calls for consumer-led conservation amid increasingly..."

March 28, 2024 Postmarks

Can a Veteran Oil Man Clean Up the Railroad Commission’s Mess?
Bill Burch is running to raise awareness of groundwater contamination
"...West Texas, and abandoned “zombie” wells are poisoning Texans’ groundwater. Could a veteran driller and oil well firefighter with..."

Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...to be improving. In December, the Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District declared a Stage 4 Exceptional Drought for the..."

Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature

New Wells in Austin to Monitor Oxygen Levels for Endangered Salamanders
Amid drought, flows into the aquifer are dwindling
"...not turning around anytime soon. The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District declared a Stage 4 Exceptional Drought for the..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Drought Conditions, Meet Rainwater Tanks
Collecting rain prevents pollution and reduces flood risk
"...When Ron Van Sickle founded his rainwater harvesting tank company Cqure Water more than a decade..."

Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Emily Engelbart

SpaceX May Get Chunk of Boca Chica State Park From Texas Parks and Wildlife
Swapping 43 acres of public beach for 477 of wildlife refuge
"...1946 as a protected habitat for endangered species, wintering waterfowl, and other migratory birds. Expanding the 110,000-acre refuge by..."

Jan. 18, 2024 News Post by Lina Fisher

State Grid Weathered Cold Snap Despite Record Demand
All-time highs and lows
"...the grid held up extremely well. Despite calls for conservation on Monday and Tuesday mornings and a new winter..."

Jan. 19, 2024 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...KUT reported this week that Aqua Texas, the private water company that was fined by the Hays Trinity Groundwater..."

Jan. 12, 2024 News Feature

Aquifer District Declares a Stage 4 Drought for the First Time Ever
Buda, Kyle must reduce water usage
"...Last week, the Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District declared a Stage 4 Exceptional Drought for the..."

Dec. 22, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Headlines / Quote of the Week
"...Stage 2 drought restrictions to decrease the amount of water the city used and conserve water in the depleted..."

Dec. 15, 2023 News Feature

Why Austin Can’t Seem to Quit Its Despised Coal Plant
Locals continue to get coal for Christmas
"...that Fayette's operations interfere with LCRA's and Austin's shared water problems. Eventually closing Fayette would free up a massive..."

Dec. 1, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Chronicle Endorsements for the November 7 Election
Looking for guidance on the ballot's constitutional amendments and county propositions? We got you.
"...universities, benefiting regional and state economic development. 6) State Water Fund: Yes..."

Oct. 20, 2023 News Feature

Day Trips: Abilene State Park, Tuscola
An unexpected wooded oasis in the West Texas bushland
"...catfish and bass can be pulled from the muddy waters...."

Sept. 29, 2023 Column by Gerald E. McLeod

Steiner Ranch Water Cut Off for Repeat Violations of Drought Restrictions
Residents blame faulty meters, utility says they’re accurate
"...homeowners in Steiner Ranch in Northwest Austin had their water cut off this week for overwatering in violation of..."

Sept. 15, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Day Trips & Beyond: September Events Roundup
Catch up on news from around Texas and travel destinations for fall
"...Shorty’s Place moved about five blocks from near the waterfront to a new location at McAlister and Beach streets...."

Sept. 1, 2023 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod

Stage 2 Drought Restrictions Begin as Highland Lake Levels Continue to Drop
Restaurants can only serve water upon request, new irrigation rules
"...According to a press release from Austin Water Friday morning, combined storage in Lakes Travis and Buchanan..."

Aug. 11, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

How Much of the Colorado Should We Leave Up to Elon Musk’s Discretion?
Tesla uses a massive amount of water while the Boring Co. attempts to dump its wastewater into the river
"...the deal with Tesla aren't sure exactly how much water the factory is using or will use, despite repeated..."

Aug. 11, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

With Breakneck Development in Williamson County, Native Plant Rescue Teams Step In
Pocketful of posies
"...both the Native Plant Society of Texas and Good Water Master Naturalists – collect plants of greatest conservation need,..."

July 21, 2023 News Feature by Emily Engelbart

New Reservoirs Should Curb Boil Water Notices in South Austin
Austin Water staffing improves but drought will get worse
"...In light of the rising number of boil water notices in recent years, Austin Water updated City Council..."

May 26, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

Ahead of Farm Bill, Rep. Casar Taps Central Texas Farmers for Input
Roundtable discussion urges quicker loans, more land access, and easier paperwork
"...and the Dust Bowl, meant to shore up agriculture, conservation, rural development, and nutrition programs. At Farmshare in Cedar..."

April 21, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Advocates Scrutinize Sweeping Senate Water Supply Bill’s Strategy
Environmental impacts still need to be assessed
"...Boosting the state's water supply is as complicated as you might expect...."

March 23, 2023 News Post by Lina Fisher

These Anti-Trans, Border, and Water Bills Gained Steam This Week
Making moves in the Lege this week ...
"...to the next level. – Benton Graham Does Sweeping Senate Water Supply Bill Hold Its Own?..."

March 24, 2023 News Feature by Maggie Q. Thompson

Andean Spirits Finds Family and a Calling in the Mountains of Ecuador
Agave, alpacas, and a love story
"...full ride scholarship to Yale to study forestry and conservation.”..."

Feb. 8, 2023 Food Post by Jessi Cape

Rep. Erin Zwiener, HD 45
“We’re going to have to fight hard to protect our [LGBTQ] communities”
"...regulation and local control issues intersect: Cities can put water conservation standards in building codes, which is harder in..."

Jan. 6, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher

Gifts That Give Back to the Community
Pay it forward with these presents benefiting local nonprofits
"...Well Aware, an Austin-based nonprofit that builds lasting clean water systems to drive development and empower communities in East..."

Dec. 2, 2022 Arts Feature by Sarah K. Wolf

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