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Laura Figi

Senior Newsletter Editor

Laura Figi has called Austin home for more than 12 years and has been known to say it’s her “favorite city in the world.” A proud graduate of Texas State University, she’s been working in local news since 2020. When she’s not working and learning about the community, you can find her at the local thrift shop, spending time with her two cats, or listening to live music.

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Catch “A Curious Mix of People” authors Richard Whymark and Greg Beets talk about their roots in the 1990s Austin music scene as UT DJs at the Texas Book Festival this weekend.
Austin showed its colors as a national tech hub, with more businesses on the Fast 500 Awards list than any other city in the Lone Star State.
After two years of holding the Black-owned business conference in Austin, AfroTech will move to H-Town beginning in November 2024.
Volunteer for a cause — and get rewarded with some free treats — at this annual initiative to beautify Austin’s many green spaces.
Taking a trip to flavor town — ahem, Austin Food + Wine Festival — this weekend? Let us help you maximize your time at this annual celebration of eats.
We sat down with the acclaimed Austin author to discuss her inspiration, her passion for Texas, and her upcoming novel.
Celebrate the Day of the Dead in Austin with parades, live music, ofrendas, tamales, crafts, movies, and more through the weekend.
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The autonomous vehicle company is stepping back to “rebuild public trust” after an accident involving a pedestrian in San Francisco.
The MLB team will bring the excitement to the Capital City with games, raffles, prizes, and giveaways at these six events all over town.
We’re breaking down what’s on the ballot for the general election in Travis County, so you can cast your ballot on or before Tuesday, Nov. 7.
The McConaughey’s new tequila brand Pantalones Organic Tequila — made in Amatitán, Jalisco — pokes fun at the celebrity tequila industry and is now available online.
The 2nd Street District building — home to the W Austin and ACL Live — will be under construction until fall 2024, but will remain open throughout the process.
The team, complete with No. 1 and No. 2 drivers Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, brought in the new vehicle design for the Austin Grand Prix via helicopter.
We met up with the ATX-born artist to chat about her first-ever ACL set, what inspires her music, and what local music she keeps on her playlist.
We’ll get to the pint — Lick Honest Ice Cream is giving away free scoops of its signature flavors in celebration of 12 years in business.
Get creepy at these local Halloween costume shops and enjoy events around town when the witching hour hits.
The rotating menu features a partnership with Terry Black’s Barbecue for a Texas fusion bite of gourmet sushi.
We have the sweet details on local honey brands that are sourced from Central Texas bees.
We’re talking about how Austin earned the nickname Flash Flood Alley and became the Flash Flood Capital of the US.
Forget breaking a mirror or walking under a ladder — what sorts of actions would bring an Austinite misfortune?
A 12-ft puppet Little Amal is stopping in two Central Texas cities on her 11,000-mile voyage across America,and will appear at Huston-Tillotson University and the Texas State Capitol.
Before the Austin community bids Flo adieu, let’s talk about why this tree means so much to locals.
Enjoy a pumpkin spice, berry cobbler matcha, butter beer, or a delicious array of other fall drink specials from Austin spots.
ACL Fest Nights gets you access to festival performers without having to brave festival grounds.
The women’s professional tennis tournament will return to the Westwood Country Club for 13 matches in spring 2024.
Get some state of the art pieces at the 31st Annual Art From the Streets show, which benefits at-risk artists in the community.
ACL 2023 is just around the corner, and we’re ready to face the music.
The homegrown mini-chain has been serving Austinites pancakes, queso, and coffee for more than 40 years.
This year’s festival will serve general admission cocktails for the first time, host 50 food vendors, 26 market vendors, and create an ACL Sweets area.