Boosting In-Person Holiday Shopping in Austin: Strategies and Initiatives to Drive Local Sales
As the holiday season approaches, online sales are expected to increase by 10%, according to the National Retail Federation. However, in downtown Austin's 2nd Street District, there is a noticeable trend of Gen Z...
Texas Attorney General Files Lawsuit Against Investment Firms for Anti-Trust Violations and Price Hikes
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has taken legal action against three major investment firms, accusing them of violating anti-trust laws and causing energy prices to skyrocket. The lawsuit alleges that Black Rock, Vanguard, and...
Top 7 Bugs to Find in Texas: Expert Recommendations
Birders and insect enthusiasts alike enjoy spotting rare and unusual species. In Texas, there are many fascinating bugs to discover, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service senior program specialist Wizzie Brown. Brown explains...
Best Food & Drink Stories from Texas in 2024
Here are the latest food and drink stories from Texas for you to enjoy. The French tire company Michelin has recently announced the first recipients of its prestigious stars for its guide to the...
Healing from Addiction and Chronic Pain: Navigating Tough Times
Eric Bumpus, a 43-year-old husband and father of two, shared his journey of overcoming addiction to pain pills and chronic pain in a recent interview. He described how his struggle with pain meds and...
Texas vs. Texas A&M Rivalry Resumes: Hex Rally Tradition On Hold
The rivalry between the Texas Longhorns and Texas A&M Aggies is making a comeback after a decade-long hiatus. This year, however, the tradition of the Hex Rally, which dates back almost a century, will...
Celebrating Record Number of International Students in the US: State Department’s Success
The number of international students studying in the United States has reached a record high, with an increase of over 7% from the previous academic year. Among the universities hosting a large number of...
Creating Poetry on Demand: Typewriter Rodeo at Fall Events
As a journalist, I had the pleasure of reading a beautiful poem created by Austin's Typewriter Rodeo for the Texas Standard. The poem captures the essence of fall with vivid imagery and colorful descriptions....
Trump Visits Rio Grande Valley for Historic SpaceX Launch
President-elect Donald Trump made a significant impact in South Texas during the recent election, causing several traditionally Democratic counties in the Rio Grande Valley to turn red. Following this success, Trump visited Texas for...
Preparing the Austin Zoo for Winter: Tips and Strategies for Cold Weather Success
Austin Zoo, located just 25 minutes west of downtown, is a nonprofit rescue zoo that houses a wide variety of species, from tiny lizards to majestic tigers and lions. As the colder winter months...