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It took one hour to make the Pennybacker Bridge overlook a little cleaner
One hour, six bags of trash and a moldy old rug. That was the haul after an hour-long sweep of the trail at the Pennybacker Bridge overlook on the northwest corner of Lake Austin at Loop 360. I visited the spot for the first time a few weeks ago, and was...
Texas-made Sotol, perfect for sipping around the campfire
I sat around a backyard campfire a few weeks ago - well before Dry January set in, during which I’ve given up booze - sipping something new with a few friends. Desert Door Distillery in Driftwood had sent over a bottle of sotol, and we poured out a few shots. I...
Behold, my 2021 New Year’s resolutions…
I’m a few days late in compiling my list of resolutions for the new year, but I’m giving myself a pass, considering how 2020 turned out. With that mess clearly in the rear view mirror, I’m looking forward to 2021. I try to cover all areas of my life when I set...
YMCA offers free six-week fitness program
Add the YMCA of Austin’s six-week Reset Challenge to the list of free fitness opportunities around Central Texas. The program begins Feb. 1, and anyone can join by texting RESET to 866-943-9622. Those who register will get three texts a week outlining...