A Home for Performing

Words Courtney Thomas | Photos Eric Morales A Beautifully Designed Facility Puts Students First AISD’s spacious Performing Arts Center is where student musicians, dancers, thespians, and artists come to pursue their dreams and where Eastsiders can go to enjoy free to nearly free shows while supporting Austin’s up-and-coming talent. Since its inception in the Mueller...

Culture Coach {Riches Art Gallery}

A former athlete-turned-artist leads a community hub for Black Austinites to flourish. Words by Deven Wilson | Photos by Eric Morales After a football career, Richard Samuel returned to Texas to pursue coaching, while dabbling in art as a hobby. Finding himself unhappy in his career pivot, he discovered that he had his life path...

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The ‘Hearts’ of Texas {Fierce Whiskers}

In a Baby Bourbon Words Janine Stankus | Photos Baptiste Despois In 1849, Rutherford B. Hayes opined of our city, “Austin is an inconsiderable village…with ‘large expectations’…full of discharged ‘Rangers’…costumes of every variety …Fierce Whiskers, gaming, and drinking very abounding in all quarters.” Over a century and a half later, the founders of Fierce Whiskers...

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Lucky 7: Hidden Gems on Eastside Menus

Hidden Gems on Eastside Menus Words Clarissa Jane | Photo Baptiste Despois Austin has proven notorious for having some of the best food in the state. With so many fabulous options, our team has divulged some of their favorites and delightfully surprising items on various menus across town. Micklethwait’s Craft Meats Satisfying customers with their...

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Local Pro {TABCo.CPA}

Todd A Brewer, CPA & Sangeeta Brewer, CFP®, EA We are not just another accounting firm. TABCo.CPA goes beyond crunching numbers. We are your financial partner, offering a comprehensive suite of accounting and tax services tailored to your unique needs. Client Accounting Services: Leave the bookkeeping and financial reporting to us. We will meticulously manage your accounts, so you...

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Get Up Close & Personal {Sofar Sounds}

A Place for Melomanics to Feel at Home Words Tanya White | Photos Baptiste Despois “Everyone take a deep breath and let out your day. Let’s do it again, and be present as we bring on our first performer.” So the intimate concert begins. This time, it’s in East Austin at Afuga Coffee, a small...

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Local Pro {Domain Construction}

Terri Lasater, Owner Over a decade ago, Terri immersed herself in green building concepts, igniting her passion for crafting sustainable and aesthetically pleasing living spaces. Through cultivating relationships with custom remodelers and builders, she realized her potential to achieve more, leading to the inception of Domain Construction Services. Her mission and joy in guiding clients...

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Local Pro {Callahan’s General Store}

East Austin’s Hardware Store When major ice storms wreaked havoc, created chaos, and shut down Austin for dozens of days in 2021 and 2023, an Austin icon held steady through it all: Callahan’s General Store. This was no surprise to East Austinites. After all, Callahan’s has been a steady provider of essential hardware needs to...

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Local Pro {Texas Choice Roofing}

Cody Kleeves & Drew Proctor What the HAIL? Austin has recently experienced some bizarre and unexpected weather. Alongside the hail and rain, you might find yourself facing a different kind of storm: a swarm of roofers knocking at your door. Amidst the confusion and unpredictability, Texas Choice Roofers’ primary aim is to offer clarity and...

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Local Pro {Tiffany Hentrup}

Senior Mortgage Loan Officer Working as a mortgage loan officer since 2006 and in the financial services industry prior, Tiffany is no stranger to experiencing challenging economic times. She is apt to problem-solving and answering her client’s questions, fears, and loan qualification criteria. Tiffany strives to help clients make the best decision possible for their families, and,...

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