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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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Development
Austin still ranks high in hottest real estate markets
The area has cooled a bit, but it remains one of the most desirable areas in the US.
October 28, 2022
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Laura Figi
An "I voted early" sticker on a finger in front of a green background.
Events
Where to get freebies for your “I Voted” sticker
You deserve a treat for doing your civic duty. 🇺🇸
October 28, 2022
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Two kids in dinosaur costumes trick or treat at the Arboretum.
Events
4 costume parties to visit this Halloween
All dressed up with nowhere to go?
October 26, 2022
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A gif of Napoleon Dynamite dancing in his Vote for Pedro shirt
Events
Last minute tips for voting in Travis County
Vote like you’ve never voted before.
October 24, 2022
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The chefs at Baldinucci
Food
Baldinucci opens first brick and mortar
The pizzeria was formerly located in GhostLine Kitchens.
October 18, 2022
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Willie Nelson playing guitar in front of a neon sign reading "Luck."
Culture
Let’s talk about the first-ever LucktoberFest
Are you feeling lucky?
October 18, 2022
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A view of the COTA tower and race track.
Your guide to F1 weekend
Cars, and concerts, and COTA, oh my!
October 14, 2022
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Sarah Wolf wears a headscarf, while holding her dog Rufus and a fan against an outdoor background.
Culture
7 questions with dog fortune teller Sarah Wolf
Stare into the crystal ball to learn a thing or two about your furry friend.
October 12, 2022
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A slideshow of food offerings at Marufuku
Food
Inside Marufuku Ramen’s newest Austin location
Everyone ramen calm.
October 12, 2022
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A crowd of people wait in line to get into the House of Torment
Events
Get spooked at these haunted houses around Austin
#SquadGhouls 👻
October 10, 2022
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A mango juice shot, wooden cup, and glass bottle full of Kava on the table.
Food
What is kava and where can you try it in Austin?
Skip the java, get some kava
October 10, 2022
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Your guide to ACL Fest 2022
This weekend is going to be music to our ears 🎶
October 6, 2022
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Calder Allen plays to a crowd at ACL 2021.
Culture
How to enjoy ACL without going to the festival
No wristband? No worries.
October 6, 2022
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Hundreds of people gather around the Ladybird stage in Zilker Park at dusk.
Culture
Your guide to all the locals musicians at ACL 2022
The festival is bringing two dozen local faces to the stage.
October 4, 2022
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Culture
National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month specials in Austin
Find your new furry best friend 🐾
September 30, 2022
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Arts
Camila McConaughey read to 100,000 kids from the Long Center
The event was the largest read-along in Texas. 📚
September 30, 2022
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Food
What to eat at ACL 2022
The festival is bringing 39 local vendors to the table 🍽
September 28, 2022
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An artist works on a large-scale mural of a Black woman amongst the clouds on South Lamar.
Arts
Your mini guide to street artists in Austin
Austinites can view free art all day long, no museum required
September 26, 2022
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Food
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage with sweets
Tamalitoz are a new take on traditional Mexican chamoy candy
September 26, 2022
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Miss Mermaid USA poses on a float with a young girl, who is also wearing a mermaid tail
Arts
A brief history of the San Marcos Mermaid Fest
Try being part of their world for a change 🧜‍♀️
September 22, 2022
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City
Rent prices are falling in Austin and 27 other cities
Experts say the rental market tends to follow the housing market on a delay
September 20, 2022
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Real Estate
Shop local for National Indoor Plant Week
Find yourself a flowery friend or a prickly pal
September 20, 2022
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An Instagram post showing Sloke One painting Torchy.
Arts
New Torchy’s mural is ‘damn good’
The taco chain commissioned muralist Sloke One
September 16, 2022
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Downtown Austin skyline at night with buildings illuminated against the dark sky.
Travel and Outdoors
Where can you still see the stars in Central Texas?
Texas stars still shine bright outside city limits
September 16, 2022
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History
How to celebrate Mexican Independence Day in Austin
Party like it’s 1821 🎉
September 14, 2022
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A man sips a hot coffee in the park.
Food
Local coffee shops serving up fall flavors
Sugar, pumpkin spice, and everything nice 🎃
September 14, 2022
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Golden Retriever at Zilker Park
Culture
Austin-based Pet Honesty debuts in Petco
Show your dog some local love
September 12, 2022
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Overhead view of a concert at Waterloo Amphitheater at night.
Events
HAAM Day is almost underway for 2022
The festival will be fully in-person for the first time since the pandemic began
September 8, 2022
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The sun sets over houses and the Colorado River from Mount Bonnell.
Development
Lot sizes in Texas are some of the smallest in the US
Study finds that you’ll have to leave Texas for a Texas-sized property
September 8, 2022
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Laura Figi
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Airports and Transportation
Going green: A peek at the 5 most popular EVs on Austin streets
Electric, hybrid, and alternative fuel vehicle sales are on the rise nationwide—since 2014, Texans have driven 76.9% more and had the seventh-highest increase of EVs in the U.S.
July 8, 2022
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Laura Figi
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