Archive for Austin News
East Austin Coffee Shop Cafe Mundi Says Goodbye
East Austin’s Cafe Mundi, located on East 5th St, will soon close it’s doors. The cited reason is failed lease negotiations. The popular east side coffee shop has become home to many Austinites looking for a comfortable and eclectic spot to put their feet up and relax. But after eleven years the owners of Cafe [...]
How you can help Haiti
As most realize, Haiti was hit hard by an earthquake yesterday leaving the area in ruins and devastation. On my website I support an organization called Makarios. Makarios provides education and support to those in the Haitian areas. It also provides land for fair trade coffee cultivation. Last night as the earthquakes were shaking the [...]
Farmer’s Market Gets the Boot by AISD
Sunset Valley Farmer’s Market will loose their lease this year at the Toney Burger Activity Center. The parking lot is actually owned by Austin Independent School district, the district says it will not renew the lease for the weekend market. The district feels having the market there each Saturday has a potential to cause scheduling [...]
Happy Fall Austin Texas
We’ve really been fortunate to get some great weather this fall and great fall foliage. I’ve taken to carrying my smaller camera with me in my purse, nothings worse than seeing something that’s worth capturing and only having your phone with you. “Nothings worse?” well ok that’s an overstatement, but you get the jist.
So enjoy [...]
Clean Air Lawn Care Comes Back to Austin
A few years ago a friend of mine brought the Colorado based business, Clean Air Lawn Care, franchise here to Austin. He contacted me and asked if I’d give them a chance. Their prices were competitive so why not? I’m glad I did. I have always been very happy with the results of their work.
What [...]
Austin Water Restrictions – Stage 2
Austin water restrictions become even more strict with the implementation of stage 2.
This drought is wreaking havoc on Texas right now – and Austin is doing their part to reduce the excessive water usage in the city.
Our lakes are not only lacking in water to play in this summer but our water reserves are being [...]
