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May 26, 2016

What Happens To Austin’s Recycling? ♻️

Many people think of recycling as somehow both mundane and mysterious. So, we followed a 12-ounce can of Coke.

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March 31, 2016

Everything You Wanted To Know About Grackles

They’re annoying. They’re mean. They’re filthy. But we love to hate them.

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March 11, 2016

What’s the Story Behind the ‘Fair Sailing Tall Boy’ Memorial?

You’ve probably seen this memorial if you’ve ever driven on Lamar Blvd in Austin. It’s right there, on the pillar holding up the train bridge where Third Street crosses Lamar. It says: “Fair Sailing Tall Boy. Ivan Garth Johnson. Not forgotten. 1971 – 1989. Don’t Drink and Drive, You Might Kill Someone’s Kid.”

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February 17, 2016

Why Aren’t Austin’s Stoplights Synchronized? Actually, They Are. 😕

Imagine you’re cruising in a sea of green.

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January 27, 2016

Why Is Austin’s African-American Population Declining?

In the first episode of our ATXplained podcast, we explore the factors behind Austin’s declining African-American population.

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