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A list that Austin isn’t on

Traffic is a common topic of conversation and political debate in Austin, but it doesn’t begin to compare with these “worst in the world” locales. Continue reading

More validation for Austin

It’s a treat to keep seeing Austin on “good news” lists and rankings …. Continue reading

The hits keep comin’

Not only did we dodge the worst of the effects of the recession and housing downturn, but we were recognized as the first city to enter the recovery phase, and now our innovative spirit and success as an incubator of small businesses is being held out as an example of how to grow and succeed in the future. Continue reading

A dubious 2nd place ranking?

I have written many posts to brag about Austin appearing on various Top 10 lists. Today, I found a ranking that I’m not so sure about. Continue reading

A lot to do!

I have written about all the things there are to do in the Austin area. Here is just a sample. Continue reading

Wow! Austin Rankings Keep Coming

Austin — Top 10 for Business and Careers … and so much more! Continue reading

Austin — a top choice!

Austin is just simply not like the rest of Texas. From the quirky cast of characters that populate Congress Avenue to burnt orange-clad University of Texas students, bats to Longhorns, four-star restaurants to down-home barbecue joints, corporate CEOs to struggling musicians, Texas’ capital city stands apart from the rest. Continue reading

Great Central Texas Daytrip!

A great outing on Lake Buchanan just an hour from Austin … Continue reading

More Central Texas history

The James Gang visited a lot of places, but it’s interesting that they stopped in Rockdale, about an hour northeast of Austin, to see a former gang member. Continue reading

Austin Area — then and now

Austin and the surrounding area of Central Texas have a lot of history and historical sites so I took time to assemble a few for you to consider. Continue reading

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