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How Austin FC won Saturday's first-ever home game despite a scoreless draw

June 20, 2021 10:04 PM

Matthew McConaughey insists the newest MLS club is more than a fad. It sure felt that way at the brand new Q2 Stadium.

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Psychology Today

The co-author who convinced me that using “their” in the singular was more inclusive than “he/she.” Without them, I might not have thought twice about words that I’d been taught and used for decades.

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Bohls: Austin becomes even more big-time with first pro sports home opener

After hosting WGC-Dell tourneys, a Davis Cup and countless big Longnhorn games, Austin debuts soccer "It's proof positive dreams come true," Austin FC majority owner Anthony Precourt said. The fans flooded into the Verde store to buy every manner of Austin FC gear.

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Psychology Today

June 19, 2021 7:37 PM

CEO Mark Zuckerberg was asked whether he believed there is a connection between children’s declining mental health and FB use. He objected to that statement saying, “I don’t think that the research is conclusive on that.

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Segerstrom Center For The Arts Launches Summer Sounds Concert Series

Enjoy warmer weather and feel-good music at Summer Sounds, a casual and welcoming series of sunset concerts reflecting the global communities and diverse musical influences found in Southern California.

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Psychology Today

When I watch "Lie Witness News," I can’t help but wonder if Americans are the biggest bullshitters in the world. In Hollywood at least, it seems remarkably easy to find people who are willing to make up phony details on the spot in exchange for a brief (and presumably embarrassing) appearance on late-night TV.

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Man Found Dead In North Austin Identified

June 18, 2021 8:00 PM

Hugo Geovany Martinez Morales, 35, was found unresponsive in the parking lot of an apartment complex at 9036 N. Lamar Boulevard Wednesday.

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Austin's Juneteenth Events Center On Theme 'Stay Black And Live' Amid 'Dual Pandemics' Of COVID-19 And Racism

The holiday commemorates the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Texas found out they were free — two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation.

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Keeping it weird: Austin FC gear up for momentous home opener

After all, “Keep Austin Weird” – coined by a community college librarian to celebrate the city’s quirky ethos – is an unofficial slogan locals use to explain their ventures or whatever it is they geek out on.

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Looking back at the groundwork for Q2 Stadium before Austin FC’s first home game

June 18, 2021 12:14 PM

The stadium was just a dream a few years back. In May 2018, Austin leaders asked for community feedback on the potential purchase of land in north Austin, referred to as McKalla Place. While some

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Austin, TX Enjoys Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ Celebration!

This past weekend, Crave Hot Dogs and BBQ celebrated the Pflugerville, TX location. The location had its official opening in February but pushed its celebration out due to restrictions. There was a great turn out,

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BBB: Watch out for Austin FC ticket scams ahead of first-ever home match

Or if you’re willing, you can try to snag one online — but will either pay a pretty penny or run the risk of being duped.

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The heartbeat of Q2: Supporters groups Austin Anthem, Los Verdes ready for Austin FC opener

June 18, 2021 12:55 AM

Supporter groups are an important part of soccer culture. Groups such as Austin Anthem and Los Verdes are creating tradition for Austin FC.

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Son Arrested In Mother's Fatal Shooting In North Austin

Augustine Moreno, 32, who was identified as the victim's son, was on scene and later arrested as a result of the investigation.

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APH, Travis County offering Juneteenth COVID-19 vaccination clinics

Travis County and Austin Public Health (APH) will be partnering this week with local community organizations to provide for COVID-19 vaccination clinics this Juneteenth weekend. There will be no appointment or registration necessary for these clinics for all eligible individuals.