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Butler Trail updates: New bathrooms, a new deck, floating islands and cheese for a cause
And now, some updates about the Butler Hike and Bike Trail, which for the moment remains open … • First, you’ve got one more spot to pee, people. The new Festival Beach restroom has opened, replacing a crappy (sorry) facility at Edward Rendon Sr. Metro Park. • You’ve...

What to do while stuck at home? Taste test whiskey, of course
Since the pandemic, I’ve been holed up in my house, writing most days and sneaking out to swim in the lake, and, well, sampling a lot of booze. I’m not just tossing the strong drink back to numb the pain of the pandemic, though. I’m trying to educating myself about...

Big Bend National Park closed again
Big Bend National Park and the Rio Grande Wild & Scenic River closed to the public this morning, after someone in the park’s residential community tested positive for COVID-19 Only park employees, residents and other authorized personnel will be allowed into the park....

Barton Springs and Deep Eddy close today until further notice
If you were planning on a dip in Barton Springs Pool this July 4 weekend, you’ll have to make alternate plans. With COVID-19 cases on the rise, the City of Austin has closed Barton Springs Pool and Deep Eddy Pool, effective today. The pools will remain closed until...