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😯 Buc-ee’s gets an F
March 16, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw
😯 Hello, hello! Did y’all see how long the line was at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport over the weekend?!

What's CITY Talking About
Buc-ee’s Gets ‘F’ Rating
The Better Business Bureau gave Buc-ee’s an ‘F’ rating over the gas station’s apparent nonresponsiveness to customer complaints. Customers reported not being able to contact Buc-ee’s with complaints. [Austin American-Statesman]
How Vending Machines Are Helping Local Artists
Austin Mini Art stocks small vending machines throughout the city with tiny prints made by local artists — an idea that’s taking off. The company has expanded to five machines and artists say it’s helping them reach a bigger audience. [KUT]
Can Protesters Keep Surveillance Cameras off Our Roads and Parks?
The city recently scrapped a plan to add surveillance cameras to local parks after a large outcry by protesters against the measure, and the same thing happened last year with license plate readers. But can Austinites keep this up? [City Cast Austin 🎧]
Historic Downtown Building May Be Demolished
Austin’s Historic Landmark Commission approved a plan to demolish a small building at 809 Congress Ave. near the Paramount Theatre. Now the plan goes to the city. [Austin Business Journal]
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Where Is This?

Congratulations to Audrey K. for guessing last week’s “Where Is This?” correctly! This photo was taken at the Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail. Titled “Sunclipse,” the new installation hangs 20 feet in the air and is inspired by Austin’s purple sunsets.
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What To Do
Monday, March 16
- 🤠 Neon Rainbows' TX Queer Country Club at SX at Sagebrush | South Austin
- 🎉 Meanwhile Presents: Out by Southeast at Meanwhile Brewing Co. | McKinney
- 🐧 Pudgy Rodeo at Mohawk Austin | Downtown Austin
- 🀄 Mahjong Meet-up at Austin Public Library Twin Oaks Branch | Bouldin Creek
Tuesday, March 17
- ☘️ St. Paddy's Palooza at Punch Bowl Social | Downtown Austin
- ❇️ The Lucky Ones Social for Women of Austin at Girl Guitar | Dittmar-Slaughter
- 💚 The Spazmatics St. Patrick's Day Bash at The Ballroom at Speakeasy | Downtown Austin
- 🎉 Smarthouse Punk at Hotel Vegas | East Austin
- 😆 Midweek Meltdown: Standup Comedy Showcase at Shakespeare’s Pub | Downtown Austin
Wednesday, March 18
- 🧶 Witchy Wednesday Social: Crafts at The Tiny Minotaur | East Austin
- 🖤 Keep Black Austin Weird with Balledjo American Social | Downtown Austin
- 🧀 Perfect Pairings: Wine, Cheese and Chocolate at Mama Merlot's Speakeasy | Buda
- 💸 Free AARP Tax Aide at Austin Public Library Ruiz Branch | Pleasant Valley
🎂 Bye! I’m off to celebrate City Cast Austin Contributor Eric Webb’s birthday!
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