Austinite Rebecca Contreras created Spicy Mama Salsa because friends and family loved her homemade salsa and thought other people would love it too. If the story ended there, Spicy Mama Salsa wouldn’t be much different from the dozens of other new local products that spring into bottles and packages near you on a monthly basis. […]
Never Run Out of Things to Do and See at Gorgeous Inks Lake State Park
I can’t get enough of Texas state parks, especially during the heat of summer. Just over an hour from downtown Austin, Inks Lake State Park outside of Burnet is a must-see destination. The park spans more than 1,200 acres, offering a wide range of activities for guests. Also, the lake stays at a constant level, so […]
Austin Music Foundation: Amazing & Free Resource for Austin Musicians
Austin musicians and bands, listen up. You want to make music because you can’t imagine doing anything else with your life…right? But you’re facing a dilemma that all aspiring musicians confront: how the heck do you make a full-time living doing what you love? What if you knew of a state-of-the-art resource center that was […]
Wimberley Zipline Adventures: An Unforgettable Experience
In the Texas Hill Country, we’re spoiled beyond measure. Few places on earth compare to the natural beauty in our area. Most drive through Central Texas and get the perspective from the ground. But everyone does that, right? Why not see the majesty of the Hill Country in a way that you’ll never forget? It’s time […]
Bandana Ball Gives Hope to Children & Their Families in Central Texas
Twirling and dancing on the lush green grass of Wild Onion Ranch, a little girl was wearing heart shaped sunglasses and sporting a smile that could melt a heart of stone. Though she was surrounded by a thousand other people, including philanthropists, press members, and even celebrities, she was clearly the star of the show. […]
Tempur-Pedic Partners with Soldiers to Help Austin Families in Need
Having served in the military for 20 years, it’s always encouraging to see young men and women in uniform making a difference. There is a mysterious mixture of humility and pride in those who have donned the uniform in service to their country that only veterans really understand. There is a brotherhood, a camaraderie that cannot easily […]
Shave It Off and Grow It Out for Men’s Health During Movember
Cancer doesn’t discriminate; we’ve all been touched in one way or another. And though generalizations have their weaknesses, it’s fair to say that men have an especially hard time seeking out advice and support when they receive a diagnosis. Founded in Melbourne, Australia in 2003, Movember has become an explosive worldwide movement that is empowering […]
Ex-Microsofties Reinvent Work at Nerd Tribe HQ in Austin
Allowing society to function may not be worth the feeling you have, of being trapped in a monotonous job with little creative freedom and much frustration. If this is you, maybe you’ve thought about what your “dream job” would be. Maybe it’s at a Fortune 500 company that provides you phenomenal benefits and covetous looks […]
I Can’t Believe I Didn’t Know About Corona Cafe
When three young adults ages 19, 17 and 16 are the owners and operators of an Austin cafe, you’d probably expect mediocrity and anticipate the worst. But you would be wrong. Very wrong. Enter Austin (19), Kesley (17) and Sunny (16): Native Austinites and the children of Greg and Jenn White. If you’ve been looking […]
Moving Difference Sparks 6,000 Volunteer Hours Around the Globe
“It doesn’t matter who you are, what you are, what you want out of life. It’s not about politics. It’s not about religion. It’s about humanity.” Jeny Crouch didn’t claim Summer 2012 as her time to kick back and relax. Instead, she decided to lead a charge that began in Austin, but has spread literally […]
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