The City of Austin is gearing up for its annual “Star-Spangled Fest” in celebration of the Fourth of July, coinciding with America’s 250th birthday. This festive event promises a day filled with music, food, drinks, and activities suitable for all ages at Auditorium Shores. The celebration is set to kick off on Saturday, July 4,…
Artist Erin Carle’s latest exhibition, “you should eat a burger,” serves as a poignant exploration of the intricate relationship between food and body image. Initially, this solo showcase at Unchained.Art appears to present merely vibrant paintings of food, with eye-catching colors and collage-like images of burgers and cigarettes that draw the viewer’s gaze. However, beneath…
KERRVILLE, Texas – On July 4, 2026, Texas Governor Greg Abbott delivered a poignant address in Kerrville to commemorate the one-year anniversary of the catastrophic flooding that struck the Hill Country. The event marked a somber reflection as the state remembered the devastating impact of the floods, which claimed over 130 lives after relentless storms…
In the wake of devastating earthquakes that struck Venezuela, the Latino community in Austin has come together to provide much-needed humanitarian aid. The region was hit by powerful tremors measuring 7.2 and 7.5 on the Richter scale last Wednesday, resulting in more than 2,295 fatalities and over 11,000 injuries. The Austin Venezuelan Association swiftly organized…
The Texas Attorney General, Ken Paxton, has initiated an investigation into StubHub following a surge of complaints from consumers regarding canceled or undelivered tickets for the FIFA World Cup. The inquiry stems from allegations of “ghost ticketing,” a practice where sellers list tickets they do not actually possess. StubHub has attributed many of these cancellations…
In a unique celebration of Independence Day, the Northwest Hills Lawn Chair Brigade has become a beloved fixture in Austin’s Fourth of July festivities. The informal group, which combines humor with choreography, is dedicated to keeping the holiday spirit alive in a quirky manner. The inception of the Brigade traces back to the early 1990s…
San Antonio’s historic Alamo has officially reopened the restored Paseo del Alamo, a significant walkway that connects the site directly to the renowned San Antonio River Walk. This reopening signifies a crucial step in the ambitious $700 million redevelopment initiative aimed at enhancing the entire Alamo site. The Paseo del Alamo, originally completed in 1981,…
Infowars is making a comeback, albeit under new management and a different approach. The Onion, a satirical news organization, announced that it is moving forward with its plans to take over the conspiracy-driven website previously operated by Alex Jones. Onion CEO Ben Collins revealed that the revamped Infowars will debut Thursday night, featuring comedian Tim…
Nearly a year has passed since devastating flash floods swept through the Texas Hill Country, leaving communities across Central Texas to cope with the aftermath of the deadliest inland flood in the state’s modern history. On July 4, 2025, a series of stalled thunderstorms unleashed up to 20 inches of rain on the region, which…
Austin is gearing up for an exciting Fourth of July celebration, featuring a vibrant array of fireworks, a hot dog eating contest, and live music. This year marks a significant milestone, commemorating 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was signed. With numerous festivities planned throughout the city, residents and visitors alike have plenty of…
