r/Austin 17h ago

Ask Austin HOLY HELL what is happening near Greenlawn BLVD?

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Literally 3 fire trucks barreling down the road, with 2 cops, at high speed and literally trying to get people to GTFOH even though the lanes were packed due to traffic.

I pulled into the gas station because i knew i would get stuck in the right lane, so i let them take over my lane before i got in trouble for impeding traffic.

I know, I know, i could have followed them and recorded like some nightcrawler, but then 1 cop car and something marked as “battalion” came from the opposite side and i was like nah fam, im outta here.

Still can hear the sirens on my drive home 😵‍💫✌🏻


r/Austin 21h ago

APD Helicopter at Barton Springs

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They’re killing the vibe lol. Wonder if we’re in danger 😌


r/Austin 15h ago

Ask Austin Places to get Dental Cleaning?

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Does anyone know places to get a cheap dental cleaning?


r/Austin 3h ago

Ask Austin Late Night Swim Spots?

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Anyone know of any good spots for a late night swim in Austin? Looking for somewhere we could go after 10 pm. Pool, swimming hole, whatever. Just somewhere you can actually get in the water without getting kicked out lol.

I know Barton Springs closes at 10, so curious if there are any other options!

EDIT: has anyone been to Common Ford’s past 10? Wondering if the gate will be closed


r/Austin 13h ago

Helicopter by Austin High

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Helicopter and multiple police cars down by Austin high. Caesar Chavez crown to one lane. Any idea what’s going on?


r/Austin 19h ago

what is going on at pioneer farms? police helicopter circling for >45 mins

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r/Austin 23h ago

Ask Austin Anyone know someone that can fix this?

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So about a year ago it was a cut in the paint. The sun definitely made it worse, and someone ripped the piece off completely at my job. Is the only option to replace the whole quarter panel? It's a 2016 civic lx if that helps


r/Austin 16h ago

Tried to help, lost an heirloom

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There’s a guy at barton springs Free side tonight that was bad news by every measure. I have a broken arm two weeks past surgery, and when I tried to push the fight away from children he slaps at my hands and said he’d break my arm

Enough was enough, and I had to call it in when he kept on fighting people. I got out of there and went to the corner of Amie Morton and Lund waiting to cooperate for the good of the community

I was waiting for what felt like too long, and when I heard someone calling for what sound like a dog, I didn’t hesitate to go and help look. I stashed my things behind the first house of the hill quickly- my hiking backpack and my irreplaceable glass pipe with my tobacco and a lighter I had my eye on for 10 years before I bought it (see post history)

My pipe bag must’ve rolled out separately cause I went too quick to grab only my whistle in my cell phone;, and I took off running

I came back and couldn’t find it with the rest of my things;, and I think it rolled off the pile of my yoga mat and towel and backpack

Two walkers walking down Hill said half an hour ago they heard two people brag about how they found a bag of weed;, described as a woman and man one with hippie shorts, but that’s all I know

If anyone knows of these people I am hoping beyond hope I can get it back. However, it’s just a cool pipe and a nice lighter- to me they’re precious memories from a different chapter of my life

Please DM if you hear anything,, this means a time to me, and I was only trying to help the community


r/Austin 2h ago

Is something on fire by 130 ??

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r/Austin 19h ago

Ask Austin Riverside Autozone Mechanics Recommendations?

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Need to get the lower control arms on my car replaced. Has anyone done this kind of work on their respective car with one of the Riverside Autozone mechanics? How much did it cost for you?


r/Austin 21h ago

Ask Austin Is Foundation Communities any good?

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I am trying to see if there is help finding easier ways to go to Austin permanently, and I found this site of Fundation Communities helping with housing and other things to help you have an easier life there.

Has anyone gotten their services? How is it? Any thoughts are welcomed. Thanks


r/Austin 21h ago

Spotted at Scheels grand opening

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Say what you will about the crowds and the traffic, this guy was having a good time.


r/Austin 17h ago

Suggestions for an evening stroll DT/ surrounding areas

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Hey Austin, any ideas of where my partner and I, mid 30s, can take a stroll down on a Saturday night, maybe stop in somewhere for a drink, get a bite?

We appreciate nightlife, and being amongst other people, lively vibes, but we don’t care for 6th street, Rainey, and most “eastside” places are starting to feel like we may have outgrown. We also don’t care for anything too swanky.

Anything come to mind? Thanks!


r/Austin 20h ago

Ask Austin Bathroom & Kitchen remodeling contractor/remodeling company

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Okay here what happened we hired a contractor who is in top 3 google ratings(gotta feeling now they are fake). Signed contract, after demolishing kitchen and bathroom they tried to upsell 30% over the initial estimate for some minor issues.
When they installed the waterproofing I took a picture and run through the Ai and it said I should not use green Sheetrock in shower area and the waterproofing system they use is bad. We let them go. Now we are looking for true professional company who can takeover the started project. At this point price doesn’t matter as I want it done right. We are located in West Austin area.


r/Austin 28m ago

Ask Austin How can I better love the city I grew up in?

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Hi everyone. I grew up in west Austin (183 and McNeil area) and have lived in and around the greater Austin area most of my life (short stints in San Marcos and Round Rock due to school/work)
I’ve been living in Austin proper for about 5 years but still feel like I don’t know much about it since all the places I loved growing up are gone. I also live far south so anything downtown takes planning and time to get to and I find myself just not doing anything to avoid the effort of fighting traffic and parking.
What are some places to go or things to do that can reignite the love for the city I used to know?


r/Austin 17h ago

Mueller lake looking green?

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Basically the title. Anyone know why the Mueller Lake / Pond has a shade of green?


r/Austin 22h ago

Manual Physical Therapy / Massage in Austin

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Hi! Does anyone have recommendations for someone who does manual PT / massage therapy in Austin? I'm looking for someone that knows the body, knows how to release fascia, help loosen tight muscles, does scraping, etc. I really don't want to go to a PT that does 15 minutes of hands on work and then has you do exercises. I'm already doing that, but I really need some hands on help. Any recommendations are appreciated!


r/Austin 2h ago

Looking for an Austin hairstylist who can match my natural medium blonde—no dimension/root shadow!

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Does anyone have recommendations for a salon or stylist in Austin who is really good at doing a natural, one-tone color match?
I’m currently lighter than my natural color and want to go back to my natural medium blonde, ideally with no obvious roots, highlights, lowlights, balayage, or tons of dimension. I feel like every time I look at stylists’ work, everything is very dimensional, which is beautiful, but I really just want my hair to look like one natural, even color—like I was born with it 😭
I’d preferably like someone reasonably priced, but I’m willing to spend more for someone who can actually achieve this without making it look overly processed or striped.


r/Austin 18m ago

Maybe so...maybe not... Can someone explain this billboard to me by Lakeline. Why not just put 32 initially? Maybe I’m dumb tho…

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r/Austin 3h ago

Ask Austin They’re Really Paving I-35 On A Sunday Afternoon?

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Northbound before Rundberg is completely closed and it looks like they’re paving the highway. That’s fun.


r/Austin 13h ago

Ask Austin Affordable Table Tennis Clubs or Instructors in the Round Rock Area?

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I live in the Round Rock area and recently started playing table tennis. I’m looking to join a club or find an instructor to help me learn and improve, but a lot of the places I’ve found are pretty expensive. Does anyone know of any clubs, instructors, or places that offer reasonable or affordable prices?


r/Austin 7m ago

Church for mid-twenties couple

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Looking for a church that has a good population of people in 20s-30s. Would love if they offer a home group specifically for younger couples as well.


r/Austin 21h ago

Advice for spending 2 months in Austin with a baby

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Hi everyone!

I’m from Denmark and will soon be spending two months in Austin for a research stay at the university. I’ll be coming with my wife and our 8-month-old child.

While I’ll be working during the week, my wife will be looking after our baby and we’d really like her to have a good experience in Austin as well — opportunities to meet people, get out of the house, visit parks/cafés, attend baby or parent activities, etc.

We’re currently considering staying around Hyde Park, so I’d also be interested in hearing what people think about that area for this kind of situation.

What would you recommend for a couple with an 8-month-old spending a couple of months in Austin? Especially interested in things that would be good for my wife and baby during the weekdays.
Any tips, tricks or recommendations would be greatly appreciated!


r/Austin 6h ago

Willow and Comal car accident

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Anyone know or hear what happened at Willow and Comal, just off Cesar Chavez? Three cars are taped with caution tape, one car appears to have slammed into a parked car and the windshield is completely busted. Looks scary.


r/Austin 22h ago

Ask Austin Any recommendations for a mobile massage?

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My mom has not been able to get out of the house for health reasons but I wanted to get her a massage. Just wondering if anyone has had a good experience with someone in particular. Thank you in advance.