Austin’s New $25M Wishbone Bridge is Officially Open at Longhorn Dam
Completing the 10 mile Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. Featuring a 5,000 sq ft mosaic mural underpass and 230 ft long bridge "legs" with a 76 ft wide plaza.
Held every February 2 at the West Pole on the 98th meridian, Armadillo Day replaces Punxsutawney Phil with Bee Cave Bob, a Texas armadillo trusted to forecast Texas weather the Texas way.
Austin’s Newest Barbecue Restaurant: Two Goose Market
Now open on North Lamar Boulevard, Two Goose Market adds a new chapter to Austin’s nationally recognized barbecue scene. Serving breakfast and lunch at a fair price, with a strong emphasis on genuine hospitality.
Austin Restaurants Earn Nine Semifinalist Nominations for the 2026 James Beard Awards
Including 51 nominations of Texas-based restaurants, chefs, hospitality workers, and bars. Considered the Oscars of the Food World, a long running award since 1991.