Austin Bloggers Metablog

May 16, 2008

» Win Tickets to Shearwater at The Parish on 5/29–Shearwater will take the stage at The Parish on May 29th for a very special performance. They will be performing...
via Austin Soundcheck at 11:45 AM

» Project Da Vinci Renaming Contest–So, we might have spoke too soon yesterday. Word is that Project Da Vinci has not finalized its new name....
via Adomatica at 11:18 AM

» Storm Damage From the Other Night?–There is a little database called the CLUE report. CLUE is a cute acronym for Claim Loss Underwriting Exchange. This...
via Texas Money Talk at 07:53 AM

» The Great Storm of '08–Once upon a time, Alanis Morissette sang about ironic things. It wasn't anyone we know's wedding day, but last night,...
via UTDummies at 02:01 AM

May 15, 2008

» Bike to Work Day!–... if I had an office outside of my house OR a bike OR both, I would definitely be biking...
via This is Life in Austin at 05:05 PM

» Pachanga Fest Update: 2-for-1 tickets through Saturday–Pachanga Fest is promising to be one of the best festivals in Austin this year. Grupo Fantasma, Vallejo, Maneja Beto,...
via Austin Soundcheck at 03:46 PM

» Austin's own Internet Radio Show, Rock y Roll Radio kicks off with a bang!!–Austin's own beloved LA transplant Paul Saucido, partnered with Darcia Saenz, recently launched Rock y Roll Radio, a Latin Alternative/Hip-Hop/Rock/Pop...
via Do512 at 03:09 PM

» WPP / Dell's Project Da Vinci Re-Named–Code-named Project Da Vinci, the Austin-based ad agency basically built to service Dell announced that its name will be Synarchy...
via Adomatica at 00:22 PM

» Austin Energy Wastes Your Money–Austin Energy has committed $17 million of your tax dollars for an unnecessary upgrade to the city’s 290,000 electric meters....
via Austin Texas Real Estate Blog at 10:49 AM

» Free McDonald?s Day!–McDonald’s just unveiled a new Southern style chicken biscuit (suspiciously like Chick Fila’s) and a chicken sandwich. So today until...
via Steaksinthemail at 10:24 AM

» Storm Stories!–Last night at 12:24 a.m. a bright flash of lightning and the loudest thunderclap I've ever heard jolted me out...
via Translucence at 08:02 AM

» "On The Set" Interview with Austin filmmaker Byron Brown about his SXSW Selected Short Film "A New Toy."–With of a budget of only $250 and shot over the course of a day and half, writer/director/actor Byron Brown...
via ShortFilmTexas.Com at 02:41 AM

May 14, 2008

» Cid Galindo Makes Appeal to Robin Cravey Voters–This came via email yesterday. Given that Robin Cravey declined to endorse, a low turnout runoff means getting out your...
via Burnt Orange Report at 08:17 PM

» Early Voting Schedule for June 14 Runoff Election–Via email... Travis County Clerk Dana DeBeauvoir today reminded voters that there will be an opportunity to cast a ballot...
via Burnt Orange Report at 08:17 PM

» FAMSA Setting Up Shop in Austin–I've never seen a FAMSA store so I don't know if it is somewhere I might want to shop but...
via About Austin, TX at 08:10 PM

» Austin Real Estate Appraisals Soar 12.5%, Suprised?–Does it surprise anyone that the 2008 Austin real estate appraisals have increased 12.5% on average? The City of Austin...
via Austin Texas Real Estate Blog at 07:20 PM

» Joy o joy, Dhaba Joy!–I got a vegan cookie. It was the most amazing, succulent, delicious cookie of my entire life. I became obsessed,
via This is Life in Austin at 03:36 PM

» Looking for something nice, relaxing, and FREE this weekend?–If you love pilates or have have always wanted to try it out, this Saturday, May 17th provides the perfect...
via Do512 at 03:33 PM

» El Borego De Oro - Souther Congress–El Borego De Oro is located on South Congress in name only. Just a block north of Ben White Blvd,...
via Taco Journalism at 01:28 PM

» It's Come to This (Part 3)–Wow, the robocall story went a lot further than I thought it would.
via Snowed In at 00:43 PM

» Hockey disappearing act–I’m going to file a missing person’s report if I don’t hear anything soon. And if it turns out the...
via Austin's Only at 00:32 PM

» Austinites: Beware Foreigners Sending Money - The Will Rob You Blind–A version of this scam showed up in Austin and nearly took a Masters student for $2,000. . .
via Mahargdom at 01:00 AM

May 13, 2008

» Networking on Wednesday–So this Wednesday night at Pangaea is Net Party, a partying/networking hybrid. Not that it sounds all that different from...
via This is Life in Austin at 10:48 PM

» YFZ Ranch kids abused and neglected under CPS care–3-year old wanders alone; newborn sleeps with Mom on floor of Austin CPS office
via Grits for Breakfast at 05:56 PM

» Moving: Making you love alcohol even more–Don't get too excited, because we're just talking about cardboard boxes. A little trip to the Co-op the other day...
via UTDummies at 05:18 PM

» Sounds Reviews: Midgetmen - Showpony–Sounds Like Austin reviews the Migetmen's new album Showpony... Yea, that's pretty much it...
via Sounds Like Austin at 03:50 PM

» This Week in Austin: Metal Mayhem–This week’s list of recommended shows is metal heavy, ranging from the melodic metal styling of Amanda Lepre, to the...
via Austin Soundcheck at 02:31 PM

» Beauty Bar gets a Cease & Desist order from Kanye West–If you are a regular reader of this blog, you’ll recall a post on April 30th about a Kanye West...
via Austin Soundcheck at 02:31 PM

» Dining in Austin - Austin Event Co–Bottom Line: Incredible food catered hassle free by a really cool husband and wife team, menus customizable to most pallets.
via Dining in Austin at 10:40 AM

» Why Central Austin Lot Values Could Drop By 50% Tomorrow–If you own or recently purchased a lot in Austin with the intent to build more than one unit or...
via Austin Real Estate Today at 09:11 AM

» Hipster forecast for the week of May 12–Conrad Keely slips on a spilled Cape Cod at Beauty Bar. This becomes the new dance move.
via Austin's Only at 08:44 AM

» Mark Strama Announces 2008 Campaign Academy–Back in 2004 I had the opportunity to take part in now Rep. Mark Strama's first Campaign Academy which was...
via Burnt Orange Report at 02:23 AM

» Robin Cravey Not to Endorse in Place 4 Runoff–From his email today... This morning I spoke by telephone with Cid Galindo and Laura Morrison. Both of them were...
via Burnt Orange Report at 02:23 AM

» You're Invited - TCDP Reception Featuring Jimmy LaFave–TCDP Chair Andy Brown invites you to come say farewell and thank you to Chris Elliott for his four years...
via Burnt Orange Report at 02:23 AM

May 12, 2008

» Restaurants: Houston vs. Austin–Hitting so many restaurants in Houston left me wondering about Austin’s dining scene: is it up to snuff?
via This is Life in Austin at 03:30 PM

» Taco Journalism on Fox7–So last week we got a little quote in the Statesman, today a full story on tacos and Taco Journalism....
via Taco Journalism at 11:50 AM

» Power Outages Don't Always Happen in Bad Weather–No storms. The City just trimmed the trees. It's not peak usage time. Then why have my neighbors and I...
via About Austin, TX at 11:06 AM

» Avon Restaurant Vin48 Looks to Expand in Austin–Avon restaurant and wine bar, Vin48, is looking to expand in Austin.
via Austin Texas Real Estate Blog at 09:59 AM

» Kealing Middle Schoolers - Kealing Middle School - May 15, 2008–From the Happy Mother's Day department... the students @ Kealing Middle School will be performing on May 15th a rap...
via Austin Hip-Hop Scene at 09:25 AM

May 11, 2008

» Reporting live, from the E-Bus.–UTDummies brings you live coverage of the last night of the Spring 2008 E-bus.
via UTDummies at 06:51 PM

» Obama Voter Registration in Austin–Yesterday was a great day for Barack Obama, and an even better day for the hundreds and thousands of new...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:30 PM

» A Message from Robin Cravey–I'm really curious what announcements may be coming... The voters have spoken, and Cid Galindo and Laura Morrison will now...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:30 PM

» What does Michael McCaul have against Mother's Day?–If you happened to watching the proceedings of the U.S. House on Wednesday, what you saw wasn't a pretty sight--especially...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:30 PM

» Donna Howard Challenger Loses Leander ISD Race–In all the hoopla about the Austin city races, it was easy to miss out on all the excitement out...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:29 PM

» 2008 Austin City Council & Local Election Results–Election Results From Travis County Elections & Precinct by Precinct Results (pdf) Below are the current results for the major...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:29 PM

May 10, 2008

» Green Office Depot and More Northcross Area Construction–Things are hopping in the area around Anderson Lane and Burnet Road in North Central Austin. Most recently I noticed...
via About Austin, TX at 00:55 PM

» My Austin Election Resource Page - Will the Web Ever Improve Democracy?–I find it hard to believe that candidates still spend so much money on signs, ads, phone calls and commercials...
via Cheap Thoughts at 06:02 AM

May 9, 2008

» Cedric Benson learns there are some things in life Mom can't help you with: Like police brutality–If I were Benson I'd be searching for a top-notch plaintiff's lawyer
via Grits for Breakfast at 05:32 PM

» Misprint Magazine–Say hello to Bryan Keplesky, probably my new favorite graphic designer in Austin (out of the very few that I...
via Ghost Ride the Blog at 02:25 PM

» Go to Aussie's!–I’m definitely a Zilker Park girl ... but I got a little bit jealous, maybe had a little Aussie’s-envy.
via This is Life in Austin at 00:36 PM

» Update: SXSW lawsuit forces local restaurant to change name–� The restaurant formerly known as South by South First will be changing it’s name, due to the previously reported...
via Austin Soundcheck at 10:10 AM

» Alarming Wake-up–I live in apartment full of people who love car alarms and love ignoring them. They’re pretty much unnecessary and...
via Steaksinthemail at 10:03 AM

» Best (Tasty) Things to do for under $5–The hot dog combo at IKEA is $2.50 for 2 hot dogs, chips and a drink (which means lingonberry drink...
via Steaksinthemail at 10:03 AM

May 8, 2008

» Austin City Council Early Vote Turnout Analysis–I'm a numbers nerd so pardon me for getting all excited about presenting you with some numbers on the early...
via Burnt Orange Report at 08:38 PM

» Austin "innocence summit" drew officials, opinion leaders from around the state–A good sign: Many opinion leaders across the political spectrum represented interests that are frequently at odds
via Grits for Breakfast at 07:10 PM

» Roy Mersky, RIP–The late Tarlton Library director Roy Mersky was a librarian, teacher, scholar, and an unsung Texas hero
via Grits for Breakfast at 06:57 PM

» Stylin' Thursdays: Grand Opening–Another Thursday, another happy hour-boutique-shopping affair. A new jewelry and accessory store is coming to the chic Second Street shopping...
via This is Life in Austin at 00:25 PM

» "I give up" -someone said–Someone isn't taking finals well.
via UTDummies at 11:28 AM

» SXSW sues local restaurant–Continuing its history of vigorously protecting the SXSW brand, SXSW Inc. is suing local restauranteur Gary Miller over the name...
via Austin Soundcheck at 11:01 AM

» ACL Schedule Update: Release date June 3–Austin City Limits Festival promoter C3 Presents has pushed the previously announced schedule grid release date back to June 3....
via Austin Soundcheck at 10:30 AM

» The Evildoers / Stax Nite–Check out the Evildoers and Stax Nite this Friday at the Historic Victory Grill!
via Ghost Ride the Blog at 09:42 AM

» Chuco's vs. Chico's: The Smackdown Continues–Taco Journalism's own, El Mundo de Mando, gets quoted in today's Austin American Statesman Article about Au
via Taco Journalism at 08:54 AM

May 7, 2008

» Harry Potter Comes Live to Austin–I wouldn’t have believed it at all except I saw a similar match taking place on . . .
via Mahargdom at 10:07 PM

» World Trade - Karma Lounge - May 8, 2008–From the Hillary needs to get laid department... World Trade (Bavu Blakes and Element7d) @ Karma Lounge on May 8th!...
via Austin Hip-Hop Scene at 07:13 PM

» Liveblog: KXAN Austin City Council Debate (Updated w/ Video)–The Place 3 and Place 4 debates were live-blogged below. I've done my best to go through and make sure...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:50 PM

» Daily Texan Endorsements–The Daily Texan released their endorsements today. Place 1: Lee Leffingwell, DUH In April of last year, city Councilman Lee...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:49 PM

» Rep. Mike McCaul: Having His Gas and Guzzling It, Too.–In the latest "McCaul Minute" (plus or minus the cumulative amount of time Congressman Mike McCaul has spent thinking of...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:49 PM

» Robin Cravey's Austin, Changing the Future–Robin Cravey, the Place 4 candidate endorsed by Burnt Orange Report, has a great new video on YouTube.Volunteer for Robin's...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:49 PM

» Blockwalking, Betty and the Budget–I got a chance to visit again with Betty Dunkerley over the weekend. I was out canvassing in South Austin,...
via Burnt Orange Report at 05:49 PM

» Austin couple lasers its way to a new business–You've heard of laser pointers, Pink Floyd laser-light shows, even laser eye surgery. Are you ready for laser-generated art? Austin...
via My Electronic Grey Matter Repository at 03:38 PM

» Dining in Austin - The Oasis–Bottom Line: Crappy food, INCREDIBLE atmosphere, and the margaritas rock
via Dining in Austin at 03:21 PM

» Review: El Chile North (you know, the free 'ritas)–I was thoroughly impressed by El Chile North–I haven’t been to the East Austin one, but the food was superb
via This is Life in Austin at 10:58 AM

» Austin Real Estate Becomes Eco-Friendly With Unbuilds–In today’s ‘green conscious’ society, not only is there a moral obligation not to destroy and discard, but to recycle...
via Austin Real Estate Today at 10:52 AM

» Tacos Para Los Mas Machos!–Oye, eres un Macho? Si si..then you gotta check out Macho Taco! That's if you're not currently being affected the...
via Taco Journalism at 07:57 AM

» Paul Young on ProductCamp Austin–There has been an increasing amount of talk about the upcoming ProductCamp Austin. I asked Paul Young if he could...
via GeekAustin at 01:19 AM

» Why ProductCamp Will Help Push Austin Over the Tipping Point–Austin has creativity and lots of high-tech startups. The time to organize all of that Product Management talent is now.
via Product Beautiful at 01:18 AM

May 6, 2008

» The Best Record Stores in Austin–I thought I'd list my favorite record stores for anyone looking to find the best spots to grab that new...
via Ghost Ride the Blog at 03:32 PM

» GDS&M Lands New CLient–It's been two months since GSD&M landed some new business. This morning they announced that they won the L.L. Bean...
via Adomatica at 00:33 PM

» Austin Climate Protection Plan - A different Realtor perspective–Let’s have a look at what ABOR is saying and compare it to the truth ...
via Austin Real Estate Blog at 11:31 AM

» Austin Home Search Site HomeToAustin.com Ends Beta–Austin home search will never be the same with the launch of HomeToAustin.com 1.0 powered by Realzi. The updated site...
via Austin Texas Real Estate Blog at 10:14 AM

» Live City Council Debate Tomorrow on kxan.com–Place 3 and 4 candidates will debate live on air at KXAN tomorrow at 12:30 and livestream on kxan.com.
via Translucence at 08:03 AM

May 5, 2008

» Auditors From Local Consulting Firm Attempt To Shoot Down Austin Police Helicopter–...can all agree that there is simply no cost too high for the protection of our city and our citizens....
via Mahargdom at 10:58 PM

» Dining in Austin - Eastside Cafe–Bottom Line: Fresh food though the execution could use some work
via Dining in Austin at 05:31 PM

» Dining in Austin - Marakesh–Bottom Line: Bland, uninteresting, just plain forgettable middle eastern food
via Dining in Austin at 04:33 PM

» ACL Festival Single-day Tickets, Schedule Grid released May 13–If you’re still on the fence about getting a three-day ticket for ACL Festival this year, fear not. Single day...
via Austin Soundcheck at 02:30 PM

» Spotlight: Travis Heights in 78704 South Austin–Here’s some background on popular Travis Heights, one of South Austin’s oldest neighborhoods.
via Austin Real Estate Today at 01:46 PM

» Aaron Moved to Mueller, PT 2–This is the twenty-ninth in a series of columns about the travels of Aaron and his family in his quest...
via Aaron is moving to Mueller at 00:32 PM

» Austin on Your iPod - Two Songs to Add Today–This month on the b5 Music Channel we’re recommending two tracks for you to download. I’m picking two tracks from...
via Austin Soundcheck at 10:55 AM

» This Week In Austin–There’s a little something for everyone in my recommendations this week. DAM and Devin the Dude are bringing the hip-hop,...
via Austin Soundcheck at 10:54 AM

» Free Margaritas!!–they don’t have their liquor license, so they’re giving away two free margaritas with an entree purchase!
via This is Life in Austin at 08:35 AM

» Jennifer Kim Campaign Admits to Placing Anonymous Robocalls–News 8 Austin picks up on the anonymous Place 3 Robocall story discussed here on Burnt Orange Report last Friday....
via Burnt Orange Report at 01:32 AM

May 4, 2008

» Today, Austin is Made in the Shade!–Today is a big day for the Randi Shade campaign, as the candidate for Austin City Council travels across our...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:20 PM

» Lee Leffingwell, Jennifer Kim and Cid Galindo Lead April Fundraising–The April fundraising reports are out in the Austin City Council races. The Statesman has the story. In Place 1,...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:19 PM

» Jennifer Kim's Negative Mail–The following mail paid for by the Jennifer Kim campaign hit in the last day or two. At issue is...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:19 PM

» Jennifer Kim Campaign Behind Anonymous Robocalls in Place 3 Race–Early I posted about apparent anonymous robocalls in the Austin City Council Place 3 race between Jennifer Kim and Randi...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:19 PM

» Anonymous Robocalls Appear in Place 3 Race–Robocalls are a typical part of municipal election here in Austin. Typically they are of the endorsement variety (Hi, this...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:19 PM

May 3, 2008

» Featuring: Kari Anne Roy–I am a high-strung, OCD-plagued worrywart disguised as a laidback funny lady.
via LiveMom at 08:53 PM

» Like the Salt Lick? Now You Can Live There for $1 Million Dollars–His goal is to turn the Austin’s beloved brisket and sausage locale into an uppity closed-gate community of millionaires...
via Mahargdom at 06:51 PM

» A tale of summertime and a new domain–When my fellow comrads and I began this outrageous concoction of UT pop culture, we decided on the name "UT...
via UTforDummies at 01:55 PM

May 2, 2008

» Austin Venture's $50m Dump into Social Networking–Austin Ventures is betting $50m that Razorfish founder Jeffrey Dachis can work some social networking magic.
via Adomatica at 04:46 PM

» ProductCamp Austin Announces Location and Austin Ventures as a Sponsor!–I’m happy to announce that we’ve secured a venue for ProductCamp Austin! ProductCamp will be held at St. Edward’s University...
via Product Beautiful at 03:40 PM

» Announcing ProductCamp Austin!–I’m happy to announce that we are going to be running Austin’s first ProductCamp. Much like BarCamp, ProductCamp is a...
via Product Beautiful at 03:39 PM

» Crushed Ice–expecting delicious little balls of that melt-in-your-mouth ice that some restaurants serve out of their ice machine–and I was disappointed.
via This is Life in Austin at 03:15 PM

» West Mall Dangers–As University of Texas students, we hail from far and wide to trek through campus every day in the pursuit...
via UTforDummies at 02:55 PM

» Austin Film Festival Opens Doors for Up and Coming Screenwriters–The Austin Film Festival wishes to congratulate to 3 of their 2007 Screenwriters! Screenwriter Updates: Jimmy Miller (2007 Adult/Family Winner...
via ShortFilmTexas.Com at 02:27 PM

» Austin CarShare–Austin CarShare is a non-profit organization that provides members with on-demand access to vehicles without implementing the burden of the...
via UTforDummies at 01:10 PM

» It's Come to This (Part 2)–Wells Dunbar wants confirmation of the "greasy" anti-Shade robocall? I've got confirmation.
via Snowed In at 00:22 PM

» Austin Now Flying to Cancun (For Free!)–Of particular note are San Fransisco, Cancun and Orlando (because that’s where Disney World is — not to mention...
via Mahargdom at 11:37 AM

» GSD&M Nearly Flunks–Adweek magazine recently handed Austin-based GSD&M a D+ grade.
via Adomatica at 10:05 AM

» M.l.A. & Holy F*ck at La Zona Rosa–Last night’s M.I.A. show at La Zona Rosa was phenomenal. This was my third time seeing M.I.A. in less than...
via Austin Soundcheck at 09:48 AM

» Mi Gordi's - The Best Taco Stand in Westlake–A few months back we reviewed Sabor salsa. The heat and freshness were amazing, and we declared our undying (but...
via Taco Journalism at 07:52 AM

May 1, 2008

» It's Come to This: Cowardly Anonymous Phone Calls–Anyone following the Austin Place 3 race might be interested in this gem of a voicemail I received today.
via Snowed In at 10:35 PM

» Laura Morrison's Fear-Mongering Ad–Have you noticed that Laura Morrison's one and only commercial is flat-out lying?
via Snowed In at 10:07 PM

» A new brewery is coming to Austin!–And as far as I'm concerned, there's always room for one more. Get ready for the (512) Brewing Company, Austin....
via I Love Beer at 09:14 PM

» So what's the deal with East Austin?–If to you, East Austin means riding the Disch-Falk bus, then there’s definitely a part of this fine city that...
via UTforDummies at 06:52 PM

» The Unforeseen–Despite its flaws, this documentary should be mandatory viewing for Austinites.
via Random Neural Misfirings at 01:09 PM

» Costco Liquors vs. Spec's–Before Spec’s came to town, Costco Liquors was THE cheapest place to buy liquor (and a small selection of beer...
via This is Life in Austin at 10:54 AM

» Thoughts on Hula Hut–Hula Hut is an Austin institution, sitting pretty on the shores of Lake Austin next to Mansfield Dam, a place...
via This is Life in Austin at 10:54 AM

April 30, 2008

» Galindo Plan Not So Green–As Cid Galindo tries to sell himself to Austin voters as an environmentalist with a plan, it's important to take...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:17 PM

» University News Roundup–Normally the news surrounding the University of Texas is little to none, but I found a relatively large number of...
via Burnt Orange Report at 06:16 PM

» Austin Boot Store Selling Lucchese Anniversary Boots for $12,500–Allens Boots is proud to help Lucchese celebrate it's 125th anniversary with these one of a kind hand made boots.
via Boot Blog at 04:44 PM

» Can you trust your Austin Realtor's CMA Report?–I have have been critical of our new Austin MLS System called MLXChange since it was first placed into production...
via Austin Real Estate Blog at 04:37 PM

» Eeyore Statue Missing from Eastwoods Park–Please contact Austin Parks Foundation at apf@austinparks.org or 477-1566 with any information regarding the theft of this one-of-a-kind statue from...
via Austin Parks Blog at 04:17 PM

» Wordless Wednesday in Austin's Eastwood Park–Not just another tree stump.
via About Austin, TX at 03:03 PM

» Kanye West afterparty tonight at Beauty Bar–Just in case you’ve been under a rock and haven’t heard, Kanye West’s Glow in the Dark Tour is coming...
via Austin Soundcheck at 09:46 AM

April 29, 2008

» Austin City Council: Resource Page–The following is intended to be a one-stop post for all of the information you could want for the Austin...
via Burnt Orange Report at 07:45 PM

» BOR Offers 2008 Austin City Council Endorsements–Burnt Orange Report offers up the following endorsements based upon a weighted consensus of its editorial board. Those working for...
via Burnt Orange Report at 07:44 PM

» Robin Cravey's Deep Austin Roots–A great new video from BOR endorsed candidate Robin Cravey. Early Voting is going on now at these locations.
via Burnt Orange Report at 07:44 PM

» Overheard on the West Campus bus–Guy 1: "Hey man, did you get to try those brownies last night?" Guy 2: "Yeah, they were awesome!" Guy...
via UTforDummies at 04:19 PM

» Mobile Film School Presents Short Film Showcase During Pecan Street Festival–The Mobile Film School will host the PowerFlickers Short Film Showcase at the newly renovated Alamo Drafthouse Ritz Theatre. PowerFlickers...
via ShortFilmTexas.Com at 03:44 PM

» Will Light Rail Solve Downtown Austin Transit Woes?–Texas State Senator Kirk Watson and Austin City CouncilMember Brewster McCracken have led the charge to change how we commute...
via Austin Real Estate Today at 09:12 AM

» Austin artists bring new creation–Austin artists Jeff, Chris, and Erin, breath new life into audio poetry by combining chaotic vocals with fuzzy guitar sounds.
via austin new blog at 02:41 AM

» IronMan's Real and he's in Austin–At the Alamo Drafthouse, IronMan (JetPack PI) made an appearance and flew around showing off his sweet jetpacks. Here is...
via Mahargdom at 00:24 AM

» Austin Provides $2 for each student to read–Annually it amounts to $2.00 per person per year. What are public schools supposed to buy with that kind of...
via Mahargdom at 00:13 AM

April 28, 2008

» Free movies about our fav things (sex, drugs) on campus–Once a year, the Texas Travesty puts on a comedic film fest showing short fliks made by UT kiddoes. And...
via UTforDummies at 03:47 PM

» Statesman late to the 'stop snitching' party; Pravda ahead of the game–Three years after stop snitching t-shirts first sold in Austin, Statesman reports new trend
via Grits for Breakfast at 02:11 PM

» Historic Zoning & Demolition in Hyde Park: Take Action Tonight–Tonight at the City Hall Council Chambers (click for map) the fate of two Hyde Park properties, as well as...
via Austin Blog at 10:58 AM

» Travis County Appraisals Online–The 2008 Travis County appraisals are now available online.
via Austin Texas Real Estate Blog at 10:33 AM

» Spotlight: Towering Towers II Condo Project To Replace State "Capital"–Today's Spotlight focuses on the proposed condominium project, Towering Towers II, which is being developed by Baulsy Bros Builders LLC,...
via Texas Real Estate Blog at 10:27 AM

April 27, 2008

» Austin Statesman 'Stop Snitching' theory–There is a clear distinction drawn between this type of ‘fear’ and the fear of getting shot for being a...
via Mahargdom at 11:47 PM

» Full Service at Austin Reggae Fest, Taking over on 311, Snoop Dogg Tour–I’ll tell you right off the bat, I’m a long-time fan of Full Service. I’ve been seeing these crunchy rockers...
via Austin Soundcheck at 08:14 PM

» Wetwired Radio: Podcast - Episode 3–Wetwired Radio Presents: Our third podcast. Yay. Ok, after continued stupid technical difficulties, and the fact that we’re slightly perfectionists,...
via Wetwired: Austin Texas Blog at 03:39 PM

» Responding to Unsolicited Offer to Buy Your Austin Home?–I received a call recently from an Austin homeowner looking for a place to rent. After further questioning I learned...
via Austin Real Estate Blog at 02:07 PM

» Seriously, don't blame last weekend's parking fiasco on neighborhoods–The City can't, and shouldn't, build enough parking for the "perfect storm."
via Austin Contrarian at 01:26 PM

» Chillville Sunday–Good Rainy Sunday to you all.� Today starting off good with yet some more great music from Chillville.� Also expect...
via Wetwired: Austin Texas Blog at 10:19 AM

April 26, 2008

» Statesman Endorses Leffingwell, Shade, and Cravey–The Statesman's editorial board announced their endorsements for the Austin City Council races late Saturday afternoon on their website. Their...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:47 PM

» Jennifer Kim's City Council Ad: "Independence"–Jennifer Kim has a new ad called "Independence." The ad highlights that she voted against toll roads, opposed subsidies for...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:47 PM

» Laura Morrison's City Council Ad–Here is City Council Place 4 candidate Laura Morrison's TV ad. I was trying to figure out which specific development...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:47 PM

» Cid Galindo's Television Ad–Granted, this ad has been running for a while which is in part why Cid Galindo is (barely) leading the...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:46 PM

» Lee Leffingwell is "Running" for Re-Election–Tell us what you think:
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:46 PM

» Randi Shade Launches TV Ad–Each time I watch this I pick up on some new subtlety to it, besides the people I recognize in...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:46 PM

» Clean Water Action/Texas Vote Environment Offer City Council Endorsements–Via press release... After much deliberation and careful consideration, Clean Water Action and Texas Vote Environment have endorsed the following...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:46 PM

» City Council Advertising–There seems to be a bit of a hullabaloo going on about advertising in this year's city council elections. It...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:45 PM

» Report from Burnt Orange Report's 5th Birthday Bash–Wow, what a night Thursday was! I had a real blast seeing so many people turnout for Burnt Orange Report's...
via Burnt Orange Report at 11:45 PM