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😁 Barton Springs Pool bathhouse reopens today!
October 28, 2025 · Kelsey Bradshaw
🗳️ Hello, hello! I have some political news for ya. State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt is running for Texas’ 10th Congressional District after Rep. Michael McCaul, R-Austin, said last month that he would not seek reelection.
What's CITY Talking About
📰 Austin Jails See Increase in ICE Detainments
The number of inmates who U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are taking from Austin-area jails has increased this year, officials say. The agents are sometimes visiting local jails twice a day. [KUT]
😀 Barton Springs Pool Bathhouse Partially Reopens Today
Finally! The bathrooms and showers in the Joan Means Khabele Bathhouse at Barton Springs Pool will reopen today at 8 a.m. The pool’s front parking lot will also reopen. [City of Austin]
🍽️ The Best Late-Night Spots in Austin
As it turns out, Austin is really good at late-night bites with a surprisingly vast list of options. You can get tacos, sweet treats, comfort food, and more in the middle of the night. [City Cast Austin 🎧]
🏗️ City Sets New Height Rules for Downtown Buildings
New downtown buildings can only be 350 feet tall after Austin City Council members approved a temporary rule earlier this month. The rule will be reevaluated in May. [Austin Business Journal]
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What To Do
Tuesday, Oct. 28
- 🗳️ Early voting in Travis County
- 🧙 Witch’s Market at Mañana Dos | Downtown Austin
- 🎬 “Candyman” Free Screening at Carver Museum | Central East Austin
- 📚 Library Van Pop-Up at Anderson Mill Senior Activity Center | Anderson Mill
- 🎃 Pumpkin Nights at Pioneer Farms | Pioneer Crossing
Wednesday, Oct. 29
- 🗳️ Early voting in Travis County
- 🛝 Art in the Park at Dove Springs District Park | Dove Springs
- 🖌️ Pet Tarot Card Painting Class at St. Elmo Brewing Company | East Congress
- 🎤 kin: a place for memory Artist Talk at The Vegan Nom | Holly
- 🎂 Halloween Fake Cake Workshop at Lazarus Brewing | Holly
🎶 Alert, alert! The Beach Boys will perform in Austin on Saturday at Longhorn City Limits!
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