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"Controversy in Austin: Homelessness Prop Q, New PGA Tour Event, Housing Market Surge!"
"Controversy in Austin: Homelessness Prop Q, New PGA Tour Event, Housing Market Surge!"
"Controversy in Austin: Homelessness Prop Q, New PGA Tour Event, Housing Market Surge!"
Exciting updates in Austin! New PGA Tour event, Prop Q vote, housing market surge, and more bites and sips around town. Let's keep Austin weird! 🏌️♂️🏡🍔🍹 #ATXnews
Tom Ferry
Oct 23, 2025
Trivia Question❓In Austin, Texas, what famous music festival is held annually in March and features a diverse lineup of musicians from various genres? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
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Starting in 2026, Austin will host a new PGA Tour event at the Omni Barton Creek Resort and Spa. The event will feature a purse of at least $16 million and will be played on a rotating basis throughout Austin's four municipal golf courses. This will be the first PGA Tour event hosted in Austin since 1936. The tournament is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the area, as well as showcasing Austin as a premier golf destination. Read More... |
In Austin, Texas, voters are deciding on Proposition Q, which would require the city to maintain existing camping restrictions. Advocates argue that the proposition would help address homelessness by encouraging people to seek shelter and services. However, opponents argue that the proposition could criminalize homelessness and hinder efforts to provide more permanent housing solutions. The outcome of the vote will have significant implications for how the city manages its homeless population and addresses the issue of housing insecurity in the future. Read More... |
Home sales in Austin increased in September, marking a buyer's market as inventory rose and prices remained stable. The Austin Board of Realtors reported that sales were up 36.4 percent compared to September 2020, with a total of 3,034 homes sold. The median price for a single-family home in the Austin area increased by 15.6 percent year-over-year to $517,000. Despite the rise in sales, overall housing inventory saw an increase, providing more options for potential buyers. Experts suggest that the market is still strong, attracting buyers with low mortgage rates and a diverse job market. Read More... |
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Meet Gobi! 🐶 This lovable, happy-go-lucky pup is blossoming into a marvelous companion. Gobi is not only friendly and social, 👫 but he also relishes meeting new people — be it guests at home or strangers out and about. Gobi is a social butterfly with fellow pups 🐕 in his foster home and enjoys epic play sessions! 🎾
Still a pup at heart, Gobi is diligently working on his manners and potty training, and he's progressing fantastically! He’s crate-trained for up to four hours and is learning to snooze through the night. His amazing fosters are aiding him in learning good habits, like exchanging toys instead of grabbing them, and he's picking it up swiftly – such a smarty-paws! 🧠🐾
Gobi is great with kids, but he'd thrive best with older children who can comprehend and assist in managing his energetic puppy vibes. It's important they respect his space during meals or toy time. As of now, he's a tad too playful with cats, so a cat-free home 🏠😸 (or one with a super-confident feline with gradual introductions) would be ideal. If you desire a sweet, bright, and affectionate pup eager to learn and dive into the action, Gobi might be your perfect match! 🌟 Read More... |
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Pet-Friendly Tip: For dog-friendly fun this weekend, check out the off-leash area at Zilker Metropolitan Park—wide open space, shade early-morning, and plenty of doing-nothing spots while your pup does everything. Pro-tip: arrive early to grab parking near Barton Creek Dr.
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Keep Austin Weird |
In the Clarksville neighborhood, locals Meghann Rosales and Thomas Schiefer have erected their annual creative “graveyard” out-front—a tongue-in-cheek homage to local icons, vanished businesses, cultural moments and beloved institutions that “died” this year. Think DIY tombstones for the businesses we miss, a zombie-hand prop for Halloween fun, and a full yard-scavenger hunt for neighbors. It’s that perfect slice of quirky Austin tradition that makes you smile, pause and appreciate the odd-ball charm of this city. |
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