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Public consumption of alcohol is now legal in all of East Austin, including several neighborhoods where it was previously illegal to do so.
Action taken by City Council Thursday updated city code to allow responsible public drinking in these neighborhoods:
- Central East Austin
- Chestnut
- Rosewood
- Riverside
- Montopolis
Yes, that means that it's legal to drink alcohol in most parts of the city.
The law, enacted and updated throughout the 1990s, still prohibits public consumption in three portions of Austin: downtown, South Lamar Boulevard and The Drag near campus.
Council Member Natasha Harper-Madison, whose District 1 includes portions of East Austin where public consumption was outlawed, said there was no legitimate reason for excluding her district from drinking responsibly in public. Statistics compiled by city staff reveal a disproportionate amount of related citations were given to minority offenders.
The change in law was first proposed by Harper-Madison back in December. For a full history of the public consumption laws, see the city staff report outlining the approvals of each designated area where drinking was prohibited.
(Emma Freer)
The Texas Army National Guard dispatched troops to the state Capitol in June amid protests over the death of George Floyd.
The Texas Army National Guard said Monday that it had been ordered by Gov. Greg Abbott to dispatch 1,000 troops to five major cities across the state, including Austin, in connection with the election.
<p>Troops could be deployed to Austin, Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston and San Antonio as soon as this weekend, <a href="https://www.expressnews.com/news/local/politics/article/Texas-Guard-Abbott-to-order-1-000-troops-to-15676005.php" target="_blank">the San Antonio Express News reported</a>.</p><p>"The Texas Military Department was activated to provide additional support to the Department of Public Safety in the summer of 2020," Maj. Gen. Tracy R. Norris, the Adjutant General of Texas, said in a statement emailed to Austonia. "Texas Service Members continue to support DPS in this capacity, guarding historical landmarks such as the Alamo and the State Capitol. To be clear, there has been no request nor any plan to provide any type of support at any polling location in Texas."</p><p>Austin Mayor Steve Adler was not immediately available for comment. </p><p>Local police and city leaders <a href="https://austonia.com/austin-protest-election-week" target="_self">said earlier this month</a> that they are preparing for November protests.<br/></p><p>"The Austin Police Department will plan and prepare for any large protest or civil unrest events related to the upcoming elections," spokesperson Tara Long said in an email to Austonia. "The goal of such preparations is to ensure the safety of the community, while protecting the rights of people to peacefully exercise their First Amendment rights." </p><p>Austinites marched through the city on the day after the November 2016 election to protest Donald Trump's victory in spite of the fact that Hillary Clinton won the popular vote. And tens of thousands descended on downtown Austin in January 2017, on the day after Trump's inauguration, in solidarity with the Women's March on Washington. </p><p>More recently, Austinites have protested police violence and the death of George Floyd. Although most of the protests have been peaceful, one in July ended in the shooting death of <a href="https://austonia.com/austin-protests-garrett-foster" target="_self">armed demonstrator Garrett Foster</a>. </p><p>Some attendees at a memorial for Foster showed up heavily armed, including members of the Proud Boys militia, a right-wing extremist group. </p><p>Texas Guard members were deployed to the state Capitol, as well as other locations, during these protests. </p><p>More on Election Day:</p>
<h2><a href="https://austonia.com/austin-protest-election-week" target="_self">After a summer of tension and protest, Austin braces for election-week unrest</a></h2>
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Cold weather is finally hitting Austin, which means it's time to enjoy staying at home and bundling up with some cozy meals.
If you haven't become the cook of your dreams since the pandemic hit, now is the perfect time to try out these recipes which will surely warm your belly.
Blackberry, bacon grilled cheese
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDU5MzQwMS9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYyMTU4Nzg0N30.y0sULvOAmBjq1ZbNdQ1fdOUgenNLSkbQitW2O-v-h2E/img.png?width=1200&coordinates=0%2C231%2C0%2C369&height=800" id="248c9" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="0e9c480efdcda9ca576b8bf3de759c3c" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>If you are looking for a completely different take on a traditional comfort meal, try making a blackberry, bacon grilled cheese. Blackberry, bacon and jalapeños on a grilled cheese? Sounds bizarre, but the mixture of savory, sweet and spicy will have you making these every week.</p><p>This easy recipe will only take 15 minutes and will allow you to cozy up on the couch ready to binge watch your favorite show. For any sandwich lover, this take on a grilled cheese will brighten up any gloomy, cold day.</p><p>You can find the recipe for the blackberry bacon grilled cheese<a href="https://www.lemontreedwelling.com/blackberry-bacon-grilled-cheese/" target="_blank"> here</a>.</p>Jambalaya
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDU5MzM5OS9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1OTc5OTEyMX0.760iOWCfyYyyXbA7NmyTDUa4FctY00REUXftmBLAtA8/img.png?width=1200&coordinates=0%2C117%2C0%2C439&height=800" id="2fca4" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="ecd9c9503736d209e8dd3e11b94bb4f5" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>For those of you looking for a hearty and flavorful wintertime dinner, try spicing up your kitchen skills by making a cajun jambalaya.</p><p>Jambalaya is a popular dish originated in New Orleans with West African, French and Spanish inspired flavors. With so many different varieties of flavors, you can modify your jambalaya to suit your desires, and add your own touch to the dish.</p><p>This recipe will take about 55 minutes, and will definitely make your neighbors envy the smell coming from next door.</p><p>You can find the recipe for the cajun jambalaya <a href="https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/jambalaya-recipe/" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>Sheet pan chicken tikka with cauliflower and chickpeas
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDU5MzQyNS9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxMTgyOTE3MX0.OOSOmCgn2kXx-KsiZGjZ_cs5r7X1qZZdwNYAJ5lKR_0/img.png?width=1200&coordinates=0%2C310%2C0%2C311&height=800" id="287c6" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="5ada473e20e0a3d9e8e302019bbb3c52" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p><br>For anyone looking for an easy meal prep during the colder months, try making a sheet pan chicken tikka with cauliflower and chickpeas. This recipe is protein-packed and takes 55 minutes to make.</p><p>This recipe is perfect for anyone who wants to get home, cozy up in their favorite sweater and enjoy a warm, flavorful meal. Try pairing this chicken with rice or quinoa for some more substance.</p><p>You can find the recipe for the sheet pan chicken tikka with cauliflower and chickpeas <a href="https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/recipes/a25620918/chicken-tikka-sheet-pan-recipe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</p>Spicy pork ramen noodle soup
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDU5MzQwMC9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTYxNzc0NjkyMH0.cIfhB4xkAQdcDYlugGFahbUFRJW-AEklw9i-t68QHxo/img.png?width=1200&coordinates=0%2C530%2C0%2C68&height=800" id="b5335" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="e2f83e6aa50d5d8eafd7c4333b0a51ce" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p><br>If you have five hours to spare at home, put those ramen packets aside and attempt making your own spicy pork ramen. Although it is a bit more time consuming, this ramen will impress everyone in your home and you'll forget about buying ramen from the grocery store.</p><p>The broth is made by slow cooking the pork for four hours, which will enhance the taste and be so worth it. Customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables and spice it up a bit more with chili flakes.</p><p>You can find the recipe for the spicy pork ramen noodle soup <a href="https://www.kitchensanctuary.com/spicy-pork-ramen-noodle-soup/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.</p>Vegan mushroom wild rice soup
<img lazy-loadable="true" src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDU5MzM5Ni9vcmlnaW4ucG5nIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1MjU5NzI4MH0.YAE_oJnS50B4xV024Eqhs-9AJESRflIpE5XFzCtPHgI/img.png?width=1200&coordinates=0%2C326%2C0%2C191&height=800" id="1f92b" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="321a1ea7ed77821f7751ba016b02315b" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" /><p>As cold weather approaches, what could be better than a mushroom wild rice soup for dinner? When thinking of winter, cream and mushroom definitely come to mind. If you are looking for the perfect cold weather dish, look no further.</p><p>This warm and comforting dish will take about an hour to make and is completely dairy and gluten free. With minimal ingredients and only one pot needed, the total time you'll spend making this soup is about how long it would take for you to order take out and pick it up. Homemade tastes better anyway.</p><p>You can find the recipe for the vegan mushroom wild rice soup <a href="https://shortgirltallorder.com/vegan-mushroom-wild-rice-soup" target="_blank">here</a>.</p>
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The future of Hancock Golf Course in Central Austin has drawn strong neighborhood interest.
Two virtual community meetings scheduled Monday and Thursday about the future of Hancock Golf Course have been canceled because too many people signed up to attend.
<p>The city-led meetings were originally scheduled to allow nearby Austin residents the chance to share their desired operational goals for <a href="https://www.austintexas.gov/department/hancock-golf-course-planning" target="_blank">Hancock Golf Course</a>, located in Central Austin about a mile north of The University of Texas campus.</p><p>"It's a crown jewel of open space in Austin," said Hugh Bender, president of Hancock Neighborhood Association. "Especially in Central Austin with Waterloo Park under renovations."</p><p>But at least 185 people—as of Monday morning—had signed up to attend both meetings, which originally started off as phone calls but were later turned into Zoom meetings, according to Bender. The city ultimately chose to cancel the meetings by early Monday afternoon because "the large group sizes would significantly limit dialogue opportunities for attendees in the online format."</p><p>"[The city of Austin Parks and Recreation Department] will be adding additional options for participation, focusing on small group meetings," the city statement read. "[The city] will reach out to neighborhood and community groups to schedule online meetings regarding the course operation proposal."</p><p>The golf course has been reportedly losing the city $115,000 per year from the general fund, and the city is considering enlisting a private operator to offset the cost of the nine-hole facility. That is one of three options for Hancock Golf Course recommended in a <a href="http://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/NGF_Final_Austin_Report.pdf" target="_blank">2019 report commissioned by the city</a>:</p><ul class="ee-ul"><li>Passive park: stop golf operations and convert to open space</li><li>Modify the space: Invest $1.2M-$1.6M to transform course into city-operated golf learning center</li><li>Private contractor: Enter into public-private partnership with private group to run and improve golf course</li></ul><p>"Due to the initial costs of developing and maintaining a passive park or renovating the course, [the city] is moving forward with the third suggestion," the city website states. </p><p>The Hancock Neighborhood neighborhood Association hosted city parks officials back in February to initially discuss the proposals.</p><p>"[The city parks department] at that meeting got an eye-opener that people like it the way it is," Bender said. "And then a movement grew from that meeting to have open space—just convert it. It doesn't have to have soccer fields or anything."</p><p>The open space proposal has continued to gain support from neighborhood residents, Bender said. Such an idea may be gaining momentum <a href="https://www.austintexas.gov/sites/default/files/files/Parks/Golf/Hancock%20Golf%20Course%20Meeting%20presentation%20FINAL%20shared.pdf" target="_blank">based on the city's presentation</a> it intended to deliver this week. The slideshow suggests a long-term "hybrid model" of golf and parks elements at Hancock Golf Course. </p><p>"Even with golf, passive park space is possible," the presentation states. </p><p>The community members have used the golf course during COVID-19 quarantine measures as a safe community meeting spot. Residents will have a chance to provide their feedback to the city at a series of yet-to-be-scheduled community group meetings. There will also be a new survey as part of the public feedback process, according to the city. </p><p><span></span>The smaller meetings may ultimately prove more beneficial in providing that feedback than the virtual meetings scheduled this week, Bender said.</p><p> "Given the immense interest, it's probably good just to circle the wagons and see if there's a better way," he said.</p>
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The Central Austin Public Library, located on 710 W. César Chávez St., was vandalized with red paint this morning.
<p>Library Division Manager of the Office of Programs and Partnerships Sharon Herfurth said security noticed the paint covering the doors, windows and walls of the front of the library and the Shoal Creek side of the building this morning around 5 a.m. while on patrol.</p><p>The vandals wrote anti-voting sentiments on the walls, which have since been covered up with tarps due to the library being a polling place.</p><p>The damage was done around 2 a.m., likely by two people, <a href="https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/vandals-smear-red-paint-over-doors-windows-of-austin-public-library/" target="_blank">reports say</a>.</p><p>Herfurth said while they are unsure of the cost of repairs, the damage did not interfere with library operations or voting.</p>
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Minister of Culture Matthew McConaughey talks preserving Austin culture on Joe Rogan podcast
Academy-award winning actor Matthew McConaughey explains his goals for Austin, in his role as the minister of culture of the University of Texas, and what it means to be an Austinite on Joe Rogan's podcast.
<p>While both celebrities live in Austin, McConaughey was recently on the podcast virtually after Rogan announced one of his <a href="https://austonia.com/joe-rogan-cancels-podcast-episodes" target="_blank">producers had contracted COVID-19</a>. McConaughey was brought on to discuss his latest project "Greenlights," a memoir compiled from a lifetime of journals.</p>
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<p>In the conversation between the Austinites, McConaughey said he is focused on his role as minister of culture, which he described as being about reminding people why they love Austin and initiating and educating newcomers on the city.<br/></p><p>A UT alumnus and current professor at the university, McConaughey named himself <a href="https://www.chron.com/sports/longhorns/article/Matthew-McConaughey-Longhorns-Minister-of-Culture-13559820.php" target="_blank">minister of culture last year</a>. Also involved with Austin culture outside of the university, he is a <a href="https://www.texasmonthly.com/the-culture/matthew-mcconaughey-austin-fc-new-owner/" target="_blank">co-owner of Austin's first Major League Soccer team, Austin FC</a>. </p><p>When <a href="https://austonia.com/joe-rogan-austin-texas/timeline-of-joe-rogan-moving-to-austin" target="_blank">Rogan moved to Austin</a> this summer, McConaughey welcomed him, he said on the podcast. The two also had a conversation about how not to change the unique city of Austin. </p><p>Rogan asked the actor what newcomers should not do when they come to Austin, as not to tarnish the city for what it is. McConaughey said that newcomers have to pay a tithe in the form of being fair and taking accountability.</p><p>"It's not what Austin can do for you, it's what you can do for Austin," he said. "The rule in Austin is all you have to do is be yourself."</p><p>McConaughey believes Austin is about celebrating differences, but there are social contracts for people to be good to one another.</p><p>"We look ahead, but we appreciate tradition at the same time; we take care as much as we can of our natural beauties around here but at the same time we're metropolis, we're growing up," he said. "Now, how can we grow up, grow wide and still grow deep? That's what I want to lean into."</p>
<h2><a href="https://austonia.com/city/matthew-mcconaughey-book-greenlights" target="_self">'Greenlights': Matthew McConaughey spins his journals into a book</a></h2>
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A second, stronger cold front is expected to hit tonight—bringing chilly weather through at least the rest of the week and rainy weather through Wednesday.
<p>Temperatures will continue to gradually drop to around 46 degrees through tonight and will remain below normal through the week. Rain is only expected to last through Wednesday, so expect sunny weather for the remainder of the week.</p><p>Today, there will be higher chances of rain as the day progresses, according to <a href="https://weather.com/weather/hourbyhour/l/e984113ce3e551f4914f965a69b5e6f0ad8f76cb5da62ea88e32639a2af2a66f" target="_blank">The Weather Channel</a>.</p><div class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="db297b2951aa82e3bd618aa7c1ed7aba" id="070fd"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet twitter-custom-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1320717642194276352"><div style="margin:1em 0">8:16 AM CDT Scattered showers are moving northward through the Hill Country & portions of the I-35 corridor. Rainfa… https://t.co/SmFLaMo5Wg</div> — NWS Austin/San Antonio (@NWS Austin/San Antonio)<a href="https://twitter.com/NWSSanAntonio/statuses/1320717642194276352">1603718598.0</a></blockquote></div><p>Today will be the last warm morning for a while. Through Wednesday, expect daytime temperatures in the mid-50s and nighttime temperatures in the 40s.<br/></p><p>For the rest of the week, expect highs in the high 60s and lows still in the 40-degree range.</p><div class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="9bd26815ed0b19b637442b24a7415f08" id="8a9fb"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet twitter-custom-tweet" data-partner="rebelmouse" data-twitter-tweet-id="1320485324481531904"><div style="margin:1em 0">A strong cold front arrives Monday with warm morning temps and turning much cooler in the afternoon. Below normal t… https://t.co/MFAxYtCWjM</div> — NWS Austin/San Antonio (@NWS Austin/San Antonio)<a href="https://twitter.com/NWSSanAntonio/statuses/1320485324481531904">1603663209.0</a></blockquote></div><p>Temperatures aren't expected to get above 70 degrees until Saturday, with a high of 73 and a low of 52.<br/></p><p><em><strong><br/></strong></em></p><p><em><strong>Sign up for our daily morning newsletter to get the weather in your inbox everyday!</strong></em></p>
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