Update: The five beer bills in question this session will go before the Texas House of Representatives tomorrow. If passed, the bills will then go before Gov. Perry to be signed into law as soon as Sept. 1.
UPDATE: Craft Beer and Brewpub Rights Go Before the Lege
Amazing Community Animations from Mini Maker Faire
Inventions and Good Deeds Edition: Tech Events Roundup May 20-26
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City Uses New Software to ‘Envision Tomorrow’ for South Austin
Imagine if SimCity could be used to see how land use codes would affect Austin, in real life. The City of Austin is working with just such a tool that could change the face of urban design.
Austin Postcast: sxtyscnds Gamifies Your Life
Blame the IRS, the White House; AND CONGRESS
Austin Tech Job Roundup for May 22
Bringing the General Home: A Controversial Corpse's Long Return to Austin
Albert Sidney Johnston wanted to come home.
Kickstarter of the Week: Wirelessly Connect All the Things with Sapphire
This Week in Geek May 23 - 29: Memorial Day Weekend Edition
The Uphill Battle to bring "Complete Streets" to Austin
With spring underway, Texas weather has taken a turn for the better. The green has returned to the trees, the harsh winds have calmed to a gentle breeze and families all over Texas are bringing out the grill for some sweet barbecue.
Made in Austin: Fine Clonier Can Remake You in Lego
City Pushes Decision on Allowing Ridesharing to June 6
The City Council met May 23 to discuss, among other things, an ordinance that would define ridesharing, amending a city code ordinance on ground transportation.
Hackers Improve City Data Accessibility Through Technology
For many, the word “hacker” conjures images of Sandra Bullock or Angelina Jolie in movies where only the hairdos are more dated than the technology.
Need a Bike Buddy? Weigh In Before June to Keep Austin Commuting App Alive
The idea of commuting to work on a bicycle can raise a lot of questions. Is riding in rush-hour traffic dangerous? Are there less busy routes to take? Is there a place to shower before work? What’s the best type of bike for commuting?
Public Good and Public Drinking: Tech Events Roundup May 28 - June 2
The Difference Water Makes: Barton Creek at Gus Fruh Before & After
The much-needed rain we got over the weekend turned areas like Barton Creek at the Gus Fruh access from dry creek beds into watery summer wonderlands. Here are some photos of the area dry and with water. They hardly look like the same place.
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Jump Into Composting
The most thrilling holiday of the year is finally here. Well, thrilling if you like thinking about decomposing food, worms and the process of making dirt. Today is Learn About Composting Day.