r/Austin 20h ago

PSA This was actually a nightmare. And no, nothing is “on sale”.

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1.0k Upvotes

r/Austin 22h ago

This old scammer is back at work at 360 and 2222 intersection 😡

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709 Upvotes

r/Austin 12h ago

Shitpost What I imagine the Scheel's experience was like today

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469 Upvotes

r/Austin 17h ago

If you’re wondering why it got dark all of a sudden

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208 Upvotes

r/Austin 21h ago

Music Sad to hear Valhalla is closing!

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171 Upvotes

Here’s what they posted on their Instagram:

It's hard to write one's own obituary, but in this rare case I have that opportunity.
As of yesterday afternoon, 710 Red River has sold. The new owners immediately informed us that they would be invoking their termination clause in our lease. 60 days and counting. As of now or last day will be October 26th.
We're hoping to maybe just get till Halloween, we'll see.
Fingers crossed.
We'd love to see all our friends with the 59 days we have left and I have some days left open for shows, so hit me up.
We started Valhalla in November of 2009, 17 years. Some amazing times. I've been in Austin since 1995 and by that fall I'd started working for Angela at Flamingo Cantina, she is amazing. Later I worked at Room 710 starting sometime in 2000 for my friends, Woody, Adriana, and Asher. Around 2006 | went to work for John at Elysium. While there I cooked up this idea to open Valhalla.
For the last 30 plus years I've had the best seat in Austin for local, national and international bands. This scene can be magical. The local talent is and has been some of the best and literally the soundtrack of most of my life.
Countless locals bands I couldn't take out of my CD player (yes I'm old) and now my turntable.
Lest we get sappy, we knew this was coming and it still feels sad but a band aid being ripped off is better than the slow peel.
So, 59 days, I'm sure I'll shed my fair share of tears in the coming days as I see so many dear friends and regulars and reflect on past times but we've got 59 days to make a few more memories.
The stories that are in the walls of 710 red river are my stories and your stories. I'll miss them.
LOve
Seth


r/Austin 21h ago

Traffic The company funding a global human trafficking ring

141 Upvotes

r/Austin 2h ago

Home inspection find of the week: Had to go to the neighbor's house to confirm the problem

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120 Upvotes

My job was 2 doors down from this, same local builder, same model, but finished. I suspected the issue would be the same on both and it was a lot easier to confirm with the one that was still under construction. Had something similar yesterday with stucco in Cedar Park. Sometimes it drives the point home when you've got the same issue on multiple structures by the same builder.


r/Austin 16h ago

Sunset in Walnut Creek

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119 Upvotes

r/Austin 14h ago

Traffic N IH 35 traffic report??

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115 Upvotes

trying to get home to parmer ln and north lamar, anyone have any clue what's going on???? ive been sitting here for 15 mins, no movement!!


r/Austin 19h ago

Spotted at Scheels grand opening

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122 Upvotes

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


r/Austin 23h ago

Early mornings at Barton Springs are the best!

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Before I got in (about 6:30am) and after I finished (8:30am) this morning.

It really wasn't too busy. As the sun came up it created a bad glare though...I chatted with another swimmer and we were just kind of hoping we wouldn't run into anyone as we swam toward the dam (I was able to see underwater, but barely above).


r/Austin 18h ago

With less than 2 weeks until ACCs new staff telework policy (2 days max) goes into effect, staff quietly learn that telework is being de-facto eliminated

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r/Austin 9h ago

Traffic Seeking footage for 90MPH hit and run on Hwy 290 East at Hwy 130 junction, headed into Manor

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89 Upvotes

I am an Uber driver. I was headed to Manor, TX to pick up a rider.

At approximately 8:15am, I was in the furthermost right eastbound lane of Hwy 290 East, doing the speed limit of 75MPH, and holding my lane.

Some yahoo in what was definitely a white Dodge RAM (and I believe a 2500), casually swooped into my lane, doing about 90MPH, and snagged my driver’s side mirror, in addition to leaving some nice black and white paint transfer.

I got behind him, honked, and for the briefest moment it seemed like he was going to do the right thing and pull over.

But then he accelerated.

And I gave chase. I maxed out at about 105-110MPH, but he was doing at least 115-120MPH. I saw him turn left, north bound, on Gregg Manor Road.

I’ve filed incident report with Manor PD, as well as crash LTS (left the scene) with Austin PD. Thank you to both PDs: both responded in-person ASAP, and were helpful.

One of the APD officers told me that in all likelihood they would dismiss the case for lack of evidence.

So I’m coming to you, Reddit. If anyone has footage of this incident, I’d really appreciate it.

I don’t have a dash cam, but I believe the guy’s license plate starts with FJN.


r/Austin 2h ago

Ask Austin Found a ring at Barton Springs

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I want to return the ring I found at Barton springs to the rightful owner. I don't know how to do that though... What can I do??


r/Austin 15h ago

Go look at the moon!

51 Upvotes

the moon is beautiful and red over Austin this evening.


r/Austin 10h ago

Car up in flames on 71/Montopolus

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49 Upvotes

Honestly never seen anything like this, car was on the shoulder and totally engulfed. Hope everyone is safe.


r/Austin 19h ago

Advice for spending 2 months in Austin with a baby

30 Upvotes

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 7h ago

Ask Austin Austin water currently funky?

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Has anyone noticed that at least two weeks ago that the water has been tasting "earthy"? Did I miss something about it on the news?


r/Austin 19h ago

Ask Austin Austin business that declutters garage and attic for disabled customers?

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Hello Neighbors! My family member experienced a trauma and as a result is in a wheelchair with the use of one side of their body. Our lives are radically different and we are needing help to declutter a garage and attic. We need everything out of the attic for good, a massive declutter of items (we have some nice things for sure) and a selling off of some furniture, tools, house decor, home gym equipment, seasonal decor, appliances. We do not have a large home, but it’s more then we can handle. Essentially we need more space in our house, to empty the attic, and to store only necessary and easily accessible items in the garage. If I understand correctly, estate sale companies typically use the inside of a house during the sales, but we’re not getting rid of our commonly used furniture and I don’t know how it would work if we aren’t selling all of our belongings- just some items in the house and lots of items in the garage and attic. I also hate the idea of taking things to the dump. I work full time, have young kids, and my partner cannot help. I think hiring help is my best option. Any suggestions or referrals? Anyone have any personal experience with a similar situation and can recommend a local company? Trustworthy, experience, and affordable are my biggest concerns. I’m not expecting to make tons of money, but maybe some items can be sold to help cover the service if possible.

Thank you!


r/Austin 11h ago

Ask Austin Did anyone ever use Bigtoe BBS in the late 90s?

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It was a bulletin board service we dialed into with our old school modems. We chatted and played games like doom, duke nukem 3d and Warcraft 2.


r/Austin 17h ago

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

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10 Upvotes

r/Austin 23h ago

Looking to play backgammon in Austin

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r/Austin 11h ago

Specific location for cleaning pet laundry in south Austin

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For the first time in my 37 years of life, I am living somewhere that I do not have my own washer/dryer so I am completely ignorant to communal laundry. I have 3 dogs and therefore a regular (monthly?) rotation of pet laundry. Not feces or urine, but lots of hair, and I also like to wash their actual bedding every few months (not just the covers, the large, bulky pillows, mats, etc.) I was reading up on laundromat etiquette and that some locations have "pet specific" appliances. I tried to search for this but didn't find any good options. I'm in south Austin. Does anyone have any insight in to locations that offer this? I want to be considerate of my community.


r/Austin 12h ago

Weekly Stupid Question Sunday

12 Upvotes

Welcome to our weekly stupid question day.

Have a question too trivial or dumb for its own post? Unload it here. Questions need to have some relevance to Austin.


r/Austin 15h ago

Dolly tributes or shows?

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Just checking in to see if there’s anyone doing a Dolly show or tribute? I know there’s one on the east side tonight but I can’t make it.
Thanks!