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New water resort that’s the ‘largest of its kind’ in America opens with 46 pools, saunas, and full-service bar
LOOKING for a world-class hot spring experience in the states? Head no farther than North Texas, where WorldSprings, America’s largest outdoor mineral springs resort, has opened this summer. The resort features a whooping total of 46 pools with 41 mineral hot springs, two freshwater pool, and three cold plunges. Like a typical hot spring experience, […]
Thousands gather to celebrate July 4th in Round Rock despite heat
ROUND ROCK, Texas - Thousands packed into Old Settlers Park to celebrate the Fourth of July for Round Rock’s Frontier Days. It was pretty much an all-day event and eager firework lovers started camping out at noon to secure a good spot. "All our koozies are red, white and...
Texas Swimming Hole One Of The Most Dangerous In The US
Jacob's Well, ever heard of it? If you're from Texas chances are you have, if you ain't from around here, you better read up and learn. If you're from the Great State of Texas, you've probably heard of it or even been there. It's a purdy little spring-fed swimming hole in the Hill Country southwest of Austin on Cyprus Creek located in Wimberly, Texas, they call it Jacob's Well. It is stunningly beautiful, clean, and clear, aquifer water. The cool water rises up from the depths and people spend a lot of time swimming over it. Trying to swim down into it, however, is not a good idea.
Journalist publishes book about Austin's music scene.
Texas lost two beloved adopted sons last week: Richard "Kinky" Friedman and Michael "Corky" Corcoran. Both were sharp-witted, funny, and complex. They relished their time in the spotlight, but also valued their privacy. They were provocateurs and critics, but also unselfish and socially aware. 'He is completely irreplaceable'. Although we...
A Beloved Texas-Based Cinema Abruptly Closed 6 Theatres, Files Bankruptcy
After losing a reported $1 million in '23, a beloved Austin-based movie theater, known for serving up special amenities has had to close five locations across Texas and one in Minnesota. Alamo Drafthouse brought something new and exciting to movie viewing, with its recliner seating, full restaurant-style menu, and delicious...
Tandoori Lounge aims to serve community and Indian cuisine in South Austin
The butter chicken ($17.49) with garlic naan ($4.99) is a customer favorite. (Sarah Hernandez/Community Impact) Tucked into a shopping center on West William Cannon Drive, Tandoori Lounge aims to offer a blend of traditional and innovative Indian dishes with quality customer service. Meet the owners. Hamza Ashraf opened Tandoori Lounge...
To put together the lowrider exhibit, Bullock curator started with the community
Seven lowrider cars are on display at the Bullock Museum in an exhibit called Carros y Cultura: Lowrider Legacies in Texas. Lowriders are usually classic cars modified with flashy paint jobs and hydraulic suspension that let drivers change their cars' ride height. The modifications aren't meant to make the cars faster; instead, these cars are meant to be driven low and slow.
Austin's Appetite for Layne's Chicken Fingers Grows as Local Franchisees Set Up to 15 New Locations
A chicken finger frenzy is taking over Austin, and Layne's Chicken Fingers is plucking a substantial share of the market. Shahroz Khan, an engineer with an MBA, has teamed up with seven of his cousins, all boasting impressive academic backgrounds in engineering, health, and finance, to quickly open a multitude of Layne's franchises across the Austin-Waco corridor, as reported by KXAN. The group's franchisee fervor is not just leading them to establish up to 15 locations but boldly setting their sights on cornering the chicken finger niche in the bustling Texas metro area.
Austin Pets Alive! urges adoptions before July 4 amid looming shelter crisis
AUSTIN, Texas — Austin Pets Alive! is calling on the local community to adopt or foster a pet before Thursday, July 4 amid a looming shelter crisis. This comes in the wake of Austin Animal Center (AAC) closing intake during what APA! calls the "busiest sheltering week of the year."
A modern barn-inspired home with unbelievable views over Austin, Texas
Paul Lamb Architects was commissioned to design this gorgeous modern barn-inspired house for family living that is perched on a hillside overlooking the city of Austin, Texas. The hillside property is on uneven ground, so the home was designed on multiple levels, with balconies at the rear to take advantage of the spectacular views.
'If we only save one life, it would be worth it' | After husband dies, Cenote owner determined to keep free Narcan vending machine in East Austin
AUSTIN, Texas — Cenote owner Mary Jenkins learned about the dangers of addiction from her husband, Cody Symington, with whom she opened the restaurant with. She admits he struggled with substance use disorder for a long time. "Not even I really understood what he was going through or knew...
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