Caleb de Casper, Money Chicha, and More Crucial Concerts for the Week
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July 5, 2024 Music Feature by Cy White
The Luv Doc: Cowardice
The yellow flag goes to the Lone Star State’s largest Roomba
"...but Cruz doesn’t maintain a residence (lair?) in our fair city, so the yellow flag goes to the Lone..."
June 7, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc
Inside the Small Presses Driving Austin’s Literary Scene
Meet the local small presses committed to publishing diverse literature
"...Our fair city is the only major Texas town lacking a..."
May 31, 2024 Arts Feature by Carys Anderson
ATX TV Festival, Burlesque Festival, and More Events to Start Your Week
The weekend is over, but that won't stop us
"...picture even directly countered Birth of a Nation. It's fair to say Micheaux was fearless and dedicated to his..."
May 24, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Inaugural Round Top Film Festival Announced
Film fest in Texas' antiques capital accepting submissions now
"...features, music videos, and a celebration of Lone Star State cinema in Texas Throwbacks. The organizers are taking submissions..."
May 15, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
How Women and Kids in Austin Can Get Extra Money for Local Farmers Markets
Sustainable Food Center issues vouchers to poor families
"...Low-income families who qualify for food benefits from the state of Texas can get a little more through October...."
May 7, 2024 News Post by Madeline Duncan
Day Trips & Beyond: May Events Roundup
Plus dispatches from SandFest, farewell to Gary Oliver, and more
"...historic sites, plus lots of fun festivals around the state...."
May 3, 2024 Travel Post by Gerald E. McLeod
May the Fourth Be With You
Richard Whittaker rounds up Star Wars events this Saturday
"...In the Lone Star Wars State..."
May 2, 2024 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Cinco de Mayo, May the Fourth (Be With You), and More Recommended Events
The week in community happenings
"...filling out their application. Other activities include a resource fair that’ll show you programs and resources for immigrant communities,..."
May 3, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
How Attorneys, Advocates, and Judges Worked to Review UT Protest Arrests
Inside the effort that led to dismissal of all 57 arrests
"...In 2005, Davis successfully argued a case (Ford v. State) before the Texas Court of Criminal Appeals where the..."
May 3, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders
Having a Plan for When Shit Hits the Fan: A Journey in Prepping
What disaster preparedness experts have to say about best-laid plans for worst-case scenarios
"...of the people instrumental in its addition into the state’s tax code in 2015 was Paul T. Martin. He’s..."
April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by Kevin Curtin
A Beloved Birthday, Dragon Boats, and More Recommended Events for the Week
Get out before the heat descends
"...invites school-age kiddos to something of a 19th-century job fair, wherein youngsters will explore careers such as blacksmith, surveyor,..."
April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
SCOTUS Blocked Shackles in Court. What About Jail Cell Hearings in Austin?
Bail hearings in confinement are common in Travis County
"...“magistration,” don’t look the same nationwide and, in many states, they happen in courtrooms. But in Travis County, some..."
April 22, 2024 News Post by Maggie Q. Thompson
Austin ISD Fields Criticisms of Plan to Replace Nonprofit
Director of Austin Voices for Education and Youth suggests a fix
"...with the current plan. “We think this is very fair, and it honors AISD’s process,” he said. “It would..."
April 19, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon
Books, Sculpture, and Weed Lead Our Recommended Arts Events
It'd be a lot cooler if you went to one of these events this week
"...Friday 19, French Legation State Historic Site..."
April 19, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Squirrel Fest, a Bidi Bidi Birthday, and More Community Events
Plan your week with some of our recommended happenings around town
"...join the city for its lucky 13th annual job fair, promising presentations for job seekers and chances to meet..."
April 12, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
A Drag Tribute, Eclipse Events Galore, and More Local Happenings
Get your glasses and find your totality
"...Riot Fair..."
April 5, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
First-Ever Appraisal District Election Is Small Battle in GOP-Dem War Over Taxation in Texas
Elected Dem- or GOP-backed candidates would have outsized power over district
"...oversight boards that play a critical role in the state’s property tax system. Some in Travis County fear the..."
April 5, 2024 News Feature by Austin Sanders
The Luv Doc: What Grindr Is Not
It’s the singular artistic achievement of the Eighties band Escape
"...I would say he was flirting with me, he stated, “You are just now figuring it out?” He at..."
March 29, 2024 Column by The Luv Doc
Egg Hunts, Trans Visibility, and More Community Events
Meet your fellow Austinites as these goings-on
"...to the Express’ website, this opener is against their “in-state foe,” the Sugar Land Space Cowboys. After the good..."
March 29, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Court of Appeals Sides With SXSW in Insurance Lawsuit
Reverses previous decision in insurance company's favor
"...The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has recently..."
March 26, 2024 Music Post by Carys Anderson
Teezo Touchdown, Arny Margret, and More Reviews From Tuesday of SXSW
Standout sets to kick off the big music week
"...Teezo Touchdown first played “his favorite city in the state of Texas” during SXSW 2018. Where? On the corner..."
March 13, 2024 Music Post by Derek Udensi
Austin ISD Reduces Budget Deficit by Half
Meanwhile, special ed students are still struggling
"...has proven false and now school districts across the state are announcing budget deficits...."
March 1, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon
Austin FC Season Kickoff, Black History Month, and More Community Events
Get out and about in Austin while the weather's good
"...get your motor runnin’ with a stunning array of state-of-the-art RVs and RV accessories on display – from Airstream,..."
Feb. 23, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
New Evidence Suggests Ivan Cantu’s Innocence, But Will Anyone Stop His Execution?
85,000 petitioners and celebrities are behind him
"...if you’re for the death penalty, you believe in fairness,” Prejean said. “There was no fairness at this trial...."
Feb. 23, 2024 News Feature by Brant Bingamon
March 2024 Primary Election Endorsements for Travis County Residents
Our choices for local, state, and national races
"...precinct chair races. Federal Offices President: Joe Biden United States Senator: Roland Gutierrez *..."
Feb. 16, 2024 News Feature by The Chronicle Editorial Board
Drought Conditions, Meet Rainwater Tanks
Collecting rain prevents pollution and reduces flood risk
"...– Aqua Texas – has pumped more than its fair share...."
Jan. 26, 2024 News Feature by Emily Engelbart
Spirit of Orgain Music Festival Blames Cancellation on “Their Financier”
After an earlier City of Hutto statement cited a “headliner issue”
"...and initial facility improvements,” the city said in a statement, but cited a “ripple effect” of the unknown headliner’s..."
Dec. 5, 2023 Music Post by Carys Anderson
Why Austin Can’t Seem to Quit Its Despised Coal Plant
Locals continue to get coal for Christmas
"...the plant's two owners, Austin Energy and the enigmatic state entity called Lower Colorado River Authority. Council can put..."
Dec. 1, 2023 News Feature by Lina Fisher
Catch the Holiday Hullaballoo, Win Free Home Slice Pizza for a Year, Check Out the Newest Cambria Hotel, Know That Counter Culture Will Return, and More …
All the news that’s fit to get your taste buds quivering
"...– “Home of the Honeydog” – to provide Texas State Fair-style deliciousness-on-a-stick to their weekend festivities this year …..."
