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🫨 Spielberg at SXSW?!

February 23, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw

🫨 Big news, y’all! Steven Spielberg, yes that one, is going to be at South by Southwest in just a few weeks! The iconic director will discuss his career in a keynote session on March 13.

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Dog in Abuse Video Removed From Owner

Boone, an 8-year-old Blue Lacy, will remain in the care of Austin Animal Center now that a judge ordered the dog be permanently removed from his owner after a video showing abuse went viral. The dog will be put up for adoption. [KUT]

Untouched by State Government, This Austin University Is Thriving

Huston-Tillotson University is making significant changes to its East Side campus after a $150 million donation from the Moody Foundation and a $1 million funding increase from the Trump Administration, including: Adding housing, retail space, and building a 5,000-seat arena. [City Cast Austin 🎧]

Austin 311 Now Offering Spanish Services

Austin 311’s app is now available in Spanish, the city announced, enabling Austinites to submit service requests now in Spanish or English. [CBS Austin]

Local Curling Club Sees Increase in Interest

Lone Star Curling Club in Austin has seen a jump in interest this winter Olympics. The club, which is one of three curling groups in the state, practices in North Austin. [KXAN]

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Where Is This?

A bridge over water.
I love the new bridge so much! (Kelsey Bradshaw/City Cast Austin)

Congratulations to Marc V. for guessing the last “Where Is This?” correctly! This photo was taken at the city’s new wishbone bridge on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail in East Austin. Soooo many of you sent in your (correct) guesses for this one! I’m so proud!

Let’s see how many of you get this week’s photo:

A white wall that says "you don't need no teeth to eat my beef!"
Hint: 🥩 🍖 ➡️ (Kelsey Bradshaw/City Cast Austin)

Do you know where this photo was taken? Click the button below to submit your guess and be featured in next Monday’s newsletter!

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🐶 This is the best news ever: Austin FC is extending its relationship with Austin Pets Alive! That means more shelter dogs will be the soccer team’s honorary mascot for the next five years. A total of 119 dogs have found permanent homes through this program! 😭

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