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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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A close up on a cedar branch.
Travel and Outdoors
How to survive cedar fever, according to readers
Don’t sniffle in silence — try these tips from fellow readers.
January 10, 2023
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Laura Figi
An autumnal view of the Austin skyline toward Rainey Street.
Culture
23 questions for 2023 in Austin, TX
For the new year, we’re asking readers to submit their top questions about the capital city for us to answer.
January 6, 2023
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Laura Figi
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Culture
23 local Instagram accounts to follow in 2023
Bring some fresh air to your timeline with a few accounts based in Austin, like @overheardaustin, or around Texas, like @texashumor.
January 4, 2023
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Laura Figi
Woman plays a white guitar and sings on stage.
Events
A quick guide to Free Week 2023
Don’t miss three days of free musical bliss.
January 4, 2023
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Laura Figi
A view of Austin's lit up skyline over Lady Bird Lake at night.
Wellness
Meet your New Year’s resolutions in Austin, Texas
The biggest step in completing your New Year’s resolution? Show up. 🌟
December 23, 2022
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Laura Figi
Sam Grey Horse on his mule, Mula, wearing a Santa suit.
History
The Christmas legend of Sam Grey Horse
Austin’s version of Santa Claus rides a horse, not a sleigh.
December 21, 2022
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Laura Figi
Whiskey, nuts, and coasters on a table.
Retail
Last-minute gifts to check off your list
Have you been nice or naughty this year?
December 21, 2022
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Laura Figi
A view of the Austin skyline and Lady Bird Lake on a sunny day.
Live
2023 predictions for Austin real estate
Real estate experts explain what Austin home buyers should know and predict whether we’ll see prices rise in 2023.
December 19, 2022
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Laura Figi
A view of a nuclear power plant spilling clouds of water vapor.
City
Austin’s atomic numbers ⚛️
Radioactive waste is stored on-site and never touches water.
December 19, 2022
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Laura Figi
A slideshow of the same part of the strip from South Congress from 2007-2022.
History
A very South Congress time lapse
Careful, looking at these transformations too quickly could make your head spin.
December 15, 2022
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Laura Figi
PNC Plaza
Travel and Outdoors
Where are Raleighites from?
We’re diving into the data behind migration patterns in the City of Oaks.
December 14, 2022
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Anne Weber
A grid of six of the winners with ties to Austin.
City
Meet the Austinites on the 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30 list
These 18 young locals are trailblazing across 14 fields.
December 13, 2022
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Laura Figi
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City
Where are Charlestonians from?
We’re diving into the data behind migration patterns in the Holy City.
December 12, 2022
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Alexandra Garian
Three women sit with cats in their laps in front of a painted mural of a yellow ball of yarn on a lavender background, reading "I want to spend all my 9 lives with you."
Culture
Meet your furever friend at Purrfecto Cat Lounge
Step into CATX, a haven for Austinites who fancy felines.
December 9, 2022
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Laura Figi
Laura Figi and London Gibson sitting at a table smiling
Business
Meet the editors behind ATXtoday
Say hello to Figi + London, the faces behind your favorite 5-min morning newsletter.
December 9, 2022
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Laura Figi
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City
Where are Soda Citizens from?
More people were born and raised here than you’d think.
December 7, 2022
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David Stringer
A shirt reading "Expand your mind" in the foreground and art prints in the background.
Culture
Last minute local gifts from Blue Genie Art Bazaar
Never fear, local gift markets are here.
December 5, 2022
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Laura Figi
A woman holding a little brown and white puppy.
Culture
Bring a furry friend home for the holidays
Austin Pets Alive! and Austin Animal Center are teaming up to get pets home before the New Year
December 1, 2022
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Laura Figi
An overhead view of a Thanksgiving table spread.
Culture
Austin-themed table topics for the holiday season
Sick of rotating through conversations about politics, religion, and your relationship status? Introduce these niche and interesting topics at your next holiday meal.
November 23, 2022
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Laura Figi
A concert at Stubb's Austin, with a view of the stage and a crowd.
Culture
ATX music venues based on your astrological sign
Gaze into this list to find your new favorite venue.
November 21, 2022
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Laura Figi
Durham Smythe holding a puppy.
Culture
NFL player picks Austin Pets Alive! for fundraising campaign
Miami Dolphins tight end Durham Smythe is matching donations up to $10,000.
November 21, 2022
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Laura Figi
Kayakers on a sunny day at Lady Bird Lake.
Culture
Where is the average Austinite from?
More people were born and raised here than you’d think.
November 17, 2022
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Laura Figi
A view of a red and white Cruise car from above.
Business
New self-driving car company is Cruising into Austin
Never fear, autonomous Cruise cars are here.
November 15, 2022
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Laura Figi
Major players of Major Darling stand in their studio.
Culture
7 questions with Major Darling CEO Laura Davis
The dog accessory company manufactures collars and leashes from the Capital City.
November 15, 2022
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Laura Figi
A rendering of the Wolf Ranch community from above.
Development
ICON’s new 3D-printed community has broken ground
The company has started taking reservations for the 100-home development.
November 11, 2022
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Laura Figi
A crowd of people outside Black Sheep Lodge.
Sports
9 fan-focused local sports bars 🏈
Put on your team’s colors — it’s game time.
November 9, 2022
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Laura Figi
Aziz, Minoş, Tarçin and Kismet sit on a bed with colorful cones on their heads.
Culture
Four cats from Kuwait are looking for an Austin home
Aziz, Minoş, Tarçin and Kismet would make a purrrfect addition to your family. 🐈
November 9, 2022
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Laura Figi
The Austin skyline at dusk.
Culture
Austin ABC’s: Your dictionary for local lingo
Learn the local ‘Texicon’
November 7, 2022
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Laura Figi
A sunrise over Auditorium Shores
Travel and Outdoors
What would the end of Daylight Saving time mean for Austin?
What would you do with an extra hour of sunshine?
November 3, 2022
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Laura Figi
A group of people cheer with beers in hand.
Events
All about beer + sausage festival Wurstfest
Sprechen zie fun?
November 1, 2022
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Laura Figi
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