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Texas’ ‘crown jewels’ threatened by new development; landowners and activists say
Activists and landowners are speaking out against the proposed development of Mirasol Springs, a conservation-scale development near Hamilton Pool and Reimers Ranch, which they believe could threaten the springs that feed Texas' "crown jewels". The development, which includes around 40 homesites, cabins, and a hotel, has filed for groundwater pumping and a river diversion, which landowners believe could cause the Pedernales River and local springs to dry up. Travis County has also opposed the permits filed by Clancy Utility Holding LLC, the utility company managing water at Mirasol Springs.
Push to expand passenger rail from Austin to Mexico gaining steam on both sides of the border
AUSTIN, Texas — If there is one journey Travis County Judge Andy Brown is aiming for, it is bringing better passenger rail service between Bexar and Travis counties. He is part of a group called Texas Passenger Rail Advisory Committee (TPRAC), made up of elected officials and rail experts.
Outer Heaven Disco Club to be replaced by 'luxury condos,' bar owner says
AUSTIN, Texas — Another East Austin business will soon be pushed out to make room for luxury condos, according to its owner. On Tuesday, the owner of Outer Heaven Dance Club said the bar's landlord has declined to renew its lease, giving it six months left to operate. The lease ends in March 2025.
Step Inside This Whimsical Airbnb Right Here in Texas
Anybody who knows me knows that I love to travel, especially in the great state of Texas. If you're away from home for any amount of time, you're going to need a place to stay. Hotels are great but if you really want an experience, Airbnb's are the way to go.
Austin rent prices continue to go up, new report says
AUSTIN, Texas — A new report finds rent in Austin continues to get more expensive. A report by Zumper looked at month-to-month data for one-bedroom apartments. Average rent in Texas runs $1,400 a month, while one-bedroom apartments in Austin went up 3.4% to $1,530 last month. Two-bedroom units in...
TV, kickoff time for the Georgia at Texas game
The No. 4 Georgia Bulldogs hit the road to play the No. 1 Texas Longhorns on Oct. 19 in one of the biggest games of the 2024 college football season. Georgia hosts the Mississippi State Bulldogs the week before playing at Texas. Texas plays the Oklahoma Sooners in the Red River Rivalry in Week 7.
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