8 Gigantic Thrift Stores In Texas That Bargain Hunters Say Are Better Than Costco
Looking for massive thrift stores in Texas where bargains beat Costco prices?. These 8 treasure-filled wonderlands offer amazing deals and surprising finds!. 1. Top Drawer Thrift (Austin) You can spot this place from a mile away with its bright lime-green and white building. The colorful dresser decorations on the...
‘Mattress Mack’ planning to give hundreds of mattresses to Hill Country flood survivors
Jim “Mattress Mack” McIngvale, owner of Gallery Furniture, is planning to give away 400 mattresses to people who were affected by the flash floods that hit the Hill Country last month.
Travis, Williamson counties invite residents to apply for flood relief
The Central Texas Community Foundation, managing the relief funds for both counties, hopes to raise $10 million to cover long-term flood response needs locally.
Officials issue warning after locals spot unexpected wild animals in major city: ‘Make noise,...
"Haze it." Officials issue warning after locals spot unexpected wild animals in major city: 'Make noise, wave your arms, and scare it away' first appeared on The Cool Down .
6 Understated Steakhouses In Texas That Focus On The Food, Not The Flash
When it comes to steakhouses in Texas, the best ones aren’t always the flashiest. While some spots dazzle with fancy decor and celebrity chefs, the true gems are often those unassuming places where the star of the show is what’s on your plate. I’ve spent years hunting down...
AISD to Provide Free Meals for All Students at 76 Schools (En español)
For the 2025–26 school year, Austin ISD will offer free breakfast and lunch to all students at 76 campuses through the federally funded Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) program (schools are listed below). The CEP is a federal meal service option that allows schools in qualifying low-income areas to serve...
Austin jewelry powerhouse opens first-ever store in San Antonio
Currently, the store is only available in 3 cities worldwide.
Austin app helps homeless find resources in real time
The city of Austin has launched a new mobile app aimed at connecting people experiencing homelessness with vital services in real time.
8 Austin Pride events fabulously supporting the local community
Austin Pride Month has just begun, and locals are is ready to continue celebrating LGBTQIA+ communities. Among the rainbow-colored flags and cocktails, it may be difficult to sort through which events truly align with what Pride Month stands for. But there are plenty of happenings around Austin that directly give...
A Joyful Reunion For Taylor And His Lost Dog Noodles
After a heartbreaking week of searching, Austin-based food blogger Taylor Hannon has finally been reunited with his beloved dog, Noodles. The ordeal began the morning of July 25 when Hannon’s car was stolen with Noodles still inside. The incident occurred as he packed for a road trip. The car was located the...
