Cityfeeds Austin
Latest Entries
9% Of Austin Teachers Are Criminals?
...suggesting it will be hard to find arrest-record free teachers. Do teachers really get arrested often enough to impact hiring? (via Mahargdom)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Austin Real Estate Market - May 2008 Update
The average sales price for houses in Austin increased 5.14% in May from $259,958 in May 2007 to $275,711 May... (via Austin Real Estate Blog)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Council caves to Allandale.
As I've explained before, the real point of Austin's Vertical Mixed Use ordinance is to open up more property to... (via Austin Contrarian)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Extra Extra: Cat Scratch Fever
hlihli/Flickr Local couple charged with running a prostitution ring in Northwest Austin. Cities in the Edwards Aquifer zone must cut down on their water usage because levels are low. World Refugee Day was celebrated on Saturday at St. David's Episcopal Church. Pure Casting in East Austin has…
I interviewed the Altar Boyz at the Zach
I interviewed the Altar Boyz cast last week. I wasn't the cameraman, but clearly we needed a tripod. (via Translucence)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Wetwired Podcast: Episode 08
Wetwired Radio Presents: Our 8th podcast. Our intrepid heroes (Finley and Pylorns) reunite for the second tag-team podcast, where we... (via Wetwired: Austin Texas Blog)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Into the Drowning Deep
There has been another badly handled tragedy in the Philippines: the sinking of a ferry called the “Princess of the Stars.” I just learned of it this morning, via Google news, and have checked the manifests, thankfully finding no relatives listed.
Via Austin Stories (RSS)
Former Longhorn Benson Ordered to Get Breathalyzer Device on Car
Photo by James Cridland on flickrFormer Longhorn running back Cedric Benson was ordered to install an ignition interlock breathalyzer in his car during a court appearance today. Judge Elisabeth Earle required Benson to have the device installed on his vehicle within 72 hours. The ignition…
Austinist Alert: Austin Music + Entertainment Magazine launches new website
Image from Austin Music + Entertainment’s websiteWith local entities beefing up their websites left and right, there’s no reason Austin Music + Entertainment Magazine shouldn’t be a part of the revolution. The glossy, free magazine recently launched its sleek new website -- Where Bands…
Snapshots: iLoveMikeLitt's Veggie Dog Eating Contest
Nearly 300 Austinites went to eat and compete in iLoveMikeLitt's 2nd Annual Veggie Hot Dog Eating Contest at Scholz Garten last Saturday. Congrats to all the winners! Ann Harkness/iLoveMikeLitt For more information about this and upcoming events visit iLoveMikeLitt's website. If you…
Austin Reentry Roundable seeking input on policy priorities
Tuesday night, the Austin Reentry Roundtable seeks input on policies to reintegrate ex-offenders into the community. (via Grits for Breakfast)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Take the APD Driving Safety Survey
helloali/flickrThe Austin Police Department is conducting a web survey about driving safety and driving behavior. With just a few clicks you can agree or disagree with questions like "There are a lot of bad drivers on the road." "Bad" seems redundant, but there are certainly a lot of drivers…
The Live Music Taskforce wants your opinion
The Live Music Taskforce was created by the Austin City Council to help address the growing concerns of Austin’s live... (via Austin Soundcheck)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
Austin Ventures Invests Another $50 Million In An Online Startup
Photo by Darren Hester on flickrYou know what they say: 50 million here, 50 million there, and pretty soon it starts to add up to real money. For the second time in two months, Austin Ventures has committed $50 million toward the creation of an online startup company. This time, the area's…
Austinist Interviews Nick Thorburn of Islands, Gives Tickets Away
photo courtesy Rcrd Lbl Islands, Crayonsmith, Sebastien GraingerMonday, June 23Emos (603 Red River St)$8 (shockingly good deal), doors at 9[info] | [tickets] Islands = Mania. That's a good way to start, as facepainted lead singer Nick Thorburn waxes eloquent or arrogant on stage, and the…
Week Around the Ists
Photo by AP Photo/Hector Mata LAist celebrated the first days of gay marriage by showing up to the first celebrations in Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, and Los Angeles. And yes, Star Trek's George Takei was there. Bostonist covered the Celtics' NBA championship in many ways, writing about…
Austinist Interviews: Domy Books Co-founder Russell Etchen
Carling HaleIn case you missed our last post on the subject, heads up: a new kind of bookstore has arrived in Austin. Domy Books on Cesar Chavez is not BookPeople East-- there are no genres or categories to search by, no wall of classics or kitten calendars, just shelf after shelf of…
Austinist Giveaway: Thievery Corporation ACL Taping Tickets
Thievery Corporation/Official Site Thievery Corporation Austin City Limits TapingWednesday, June 25Austin City Limits Studios (26th and Guadalupe St)8 p.m., Tickets Only[info]Washington, D.C. electronic duo Thievery Corporation are in town this week. Their Tuesday night show at Stubb's with…
Great shows for $10 or less!
Summer is here, and with its entrance comes one notable exit, the flocks of college students we are used to... (via Do512)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
News Bits
After the opposition party leader dropped out of the "run-off" in Zimbabwe, the party's headquarters were targeted and the leader is trying to seek refuge at the Dutch embassy. UN finally acknowledges rape as a war crime. EU imposing financial sanctions on Iran. Ferry from the Phillipines…
Don't Believe the Hype!
in honor of Flava Flav and Public Enemy, I give you my DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE top five taco joints.... (via Taco Journalism)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)
This Week in Austin | IHeartComix, Full Service, Matt & Kim, Driver F & More
This week, I’ve got a good free show for you. IHeartComix is bringing Franki Chan & Co to Beauty Bar.... (via Austin Soundcheck)
Via Austin Bloggers Meta Blog (RSS)