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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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Hundreds of people gather around the Ladybird stage in Zilker Park at dusk.
City
The numbers behind ACL’s economic impact
Last year’s festival brought in $448 million in economic impact for the city.
May 16, 2023
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Laura Figi
Picnickers sprawl out on the Waterloo Greenway lawn facing a screen for Friday Flicks.
Events
4 events at Waterloo Greenway this summer
Get in y’all, we’re spending all summer long at Waterloo Park.
May 12, 2023
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Laura Figi
A view in front of Auditorium Shores at dusk with people in folding chairs.
City
Inside the Trail Conservancy’s Arts & Culture Plan
More art exhibits, artist residencies, and public spaces are en route to Austin’s green spaces.
May 12, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
5 reader-nominated local bakeries in Austin
We asked you to nominate your favorite businesses to celebrate National Small Business Week.
May 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Events
Every local artist playing at Austin City Limits 2023
Fill your schedule with 22 must-see musicians from the community.
May 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
A crowd of people wait in line to get into the House of Torment
Events
It is Halfway to Halloween in Austin
In ATX, you don’t have to wait until October to celebrate scary season.
May 8, 2023
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Laura Figi
On the left, a very grainy photo of the Texas Capitol in 1925. On the right, a modern, black-and-white photo of the Capitol building.
City
Austinites have been complaining about the city ‘losing its weird’ since 1884
Being a “boomtown” is not a new status for ATX.
May 8, 2023
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Laura Figi
A hand spreading burrata on a piece of bread over the plate.
Food
Mother’s Day restaurant specials in Austin
We’ve hit the mother lode of Mother’s Day brunch specials
May 2, 2023
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Laura Figi
An "I voted early" sticker on a finger in front of a green background.
City
Your voting guide for the Saturday, May 6 election
Prepare yourself for a bite-sized ballot.
April 28, 2023
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Laura Figi
A close-up of tuna tostadas, topped with avocado and crispy leeks.
Food
Mexico-based restaurant La Popular opens in Austin
Let’s go on a trip from CDMX ➡️ ATX.
April 26, 2023
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Laura Figi
A woman stands facing a Rothko painting at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston
Play
The ultimate road trip to Houston
Hit the road and head to Houston — we’re sharing all the details about what to do and eat, plus where to stay.
April 24, 2023
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Laura Figi
Four people standing in front of T'so Chinese, wearing branded T-shirts
Food
How to know if you’re ordering local from food delivery apps
We’re breaking down what a ghost kitchen really is.
April 20, 2023
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Laura Figi
A black dog smiles on the left of an iced coffee on a white table.
Food
ATX coffee shops based on your zodiac sign
Our big three? Hideout, Revival, and Lucky Lab.
April 18, 2023
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Laura Figi
A look down the street in the Seaholm District, showing trees covered with ice.
Weather
The numbers behind Winter Storm Mara
In 72 hours, 10.5 million trees took damage, AFD spent $130,000, and dispatchers took 4,000 calls.
April 14, 2023
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Laura Figi
Two black-and-white dogs catching treats in their mouths at sunset.
Travel and Outdoors
How to protect your dogs outside this summer
Before you and your furry friend hit the great outdoors, read up on these tips on how to keep your pupper safe.
April 14, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Food
The best restaurants in Austin, according to ChatGPT
Leave the menus to artificial intelligence.
April 12, 2023
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Laura Figi
The Austin skyline, as seen at nighttime
Live
ATX 101: our guide to becoming an Austin resident
Becoming a new resident is easy with our Austinite 101 guide.
April 12, 2023
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Rilee Delgado
Kareem El-Ghayesh standing in front of his black barbecue food truck, KGBBQ.
Food
At KG BBQ, barbecue is high steaks
KG BBQ chef Kareem El Ghayesh traveled ~7,084 miles for his love of barbecue.
April 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
A view of the court from the audience, showing a packed stadium.
Basketball
San Antonio Spurs start strong in ATX
With record attendance at the Moody Center, Austin has proven its love of the game.
April 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
An intimate party in a narrow space with exposed brick walls. People are talking to different health booths.
Fitness
Swift Fit Events opens the Texas Wellness Oasis
The new studio is your one-stop shop for all things health, wellness, and mocktails.
April 6, 2023
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Laura Figi
An overhead shot of a menu, teapot, tea cup, glass of champagne, and finger foods on a white tablecloth.
Food
Easter restaurant specials in ATX
🐣 Peeps are on the shelves, eggs are ready to be colored.
April 4, 2023
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Laura Figi
A shot of people sitting on picnic blankets in front of a large screen on the lawn.
Entertainment
Austin Parks Foundation debuts 2023 Movies in the Park schedule
Plus, a few other ways to get outdoors this spring and summer.
March 31, 2023
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Laura Figi
A canyon of boulders for climbing, with a few people sitting nearby, inside Mesa Rim.
Fitness
Mesa Rim Climbing Center opens in North Austin
The climbing and yoga gym has over 50,000 sqft of space to sprawl out.
March 29, 2023
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Laura Figi
Picnic blankets sprawling over the Waterloo Greenway lawn, with the Texas Capitol in the background.
Food
Waterloo Greenway’s annual Pop-Up Picnic returns
We’re just one sandwich short of a great time at this annual fundraiser.
March 27, 2023
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Laura Figi
A rendering of the station intersecting Guadalupe Street at Republic Square.
Development
What does the future of Project Connect look like?
The Austin Transit Partnership unveiled five updated plans to replace the Blue and Orange Lines.
March 23, 2023
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Laura Figi
The San Antonio Spurs mascot in front of the "Greetings from Austin" mural.
Sports
Let’s talk about Spurs Week
The San Antonio Spurs are kicking off Austin’s first-ever NBA games with the I-35 Series.
March 23, 2023
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Laura Figi
A bowl of nuts and dates in front of a candle.
Events
How to celebrate Ramadan in ATX
Ramadan signifies the month when verses of the Quran were first revealed to the Prophet Muhammad 1,000+ years ago.
March 21, 2023
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Laura Figi
A shot of the SXSW stage from the crowd.
Events
SXSW wrapped: film and innovation awards
Goodbye, South By, we’ll see you in 2024.
March 17, 2023
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Laura Figi
On the left, Felix Lenz wears a red tank top, spiky hat, and leg warmers with dramatic makeup. On the right, Sloane wears a red dress and mismatched knee-high socks.
Arts
5 questions with Lord Friday the 13th
The sibling duo wants you to embrace the good, the bad, and the ‘ugly’ through their music.
March 15, 2023
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Laura Figi
An organic-looking 3D-printed home that is fully furnished.
Development
ICON’s Initiative 99 wants you to design its next project for under $99,000
Do you have what it takes to create the most innovative affordable home?
March 15, 2023
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Laura Figi
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