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💭 Should the Bible be required reading in Texas?
April 10, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw
🍿 Here’s some fun Friday news for ya: “The Long Shot,” a movie about a group of Austin weirdos trying to save "Muny," the Lions Municipal Golf Course, is out today on Apple TV. Parts of the movie were shot on Willie Nelson’s golf course! 😱
What's CITY Talking About
The Bible May Become Required Reading for Texas Students
Some Austinites are protesting an overhaul of the state’s social studies curriculum, which is being designed to center Texas and American exceptionalism by a Republican-led education board. The board is also considering adding parts of the Bible to required reading lists. [City Cast Austin 🎧]
Stolen Shelter Puppy Returned
A puppy that Austin Humane Society said was stolen from the shelter on Tuesday has been returned. The puppy, whose name is Chico, will be available for adoption soon. [Austin Humane Society]
Travis County Denies Tesla Part of Its Tax Rebate
Travis County is withholding 9% of Tesla’s 2020-2022 tax rebate after a vote this week. Officials say the company failed to provide enough documentation that it was following certain parts of the contract it made with the county in 2020. [KUT]
Austin Made Another Best Food List
Food & Wine magazine has ranked Austin as the seventh best city for food and drink in the country. The magazine noted Austin’s legendary barbecue and vibrant food truck culture. [Food & Wine]
What To Do
Friday, April 10
- 🎤 Lamb of God at Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park
- 🐦 Earlybirds Club at ACL Live at 3TEN
- 😆 Roy Wood Jr. at Paramount Theatre
- 🥳 Flock Party Friday at Hornsby Bend
- 🎶 Zara Larsson at Stubb’s Bar-B-Q
- 🫶 Community Volunteer Event: Good Deeds Day at Rosewood Park
Saturday, April 11
- 💃 The Masc Off, a Sapphic Dance Party at 29th Street Ballroom
- 💿 Ed West DJs: Cabana Cowboy at Austin Motel
- 🎶 George Strait at the Moody Center
- 🐦 Earlybirds Club at ACL Live at 3TEN
- 🎉 Second Saturdays Are for Families at Laguna Gloria
- 🌎 Morning Glories: Earth Day at Meredith Heritage Tree Deck
- 😆 Kathy Griffin at Paramount Theatre
- 🥳 The Table Is Set: Celebrating Our New Look at LBJ Library
Sunday, April 12
- 🏃 Statesman Cap10K in Downtown Austin
- 🏐 Volleyball Open Free Play at Meanwhile Brewing Co.
- 😆 Emergency Intercom at Paramount Theatre
- 🎶 Calum Scott at ACL Live at The Moody Theater
- 👑 Big Gay Selena Drag Brunch at The Brewtorium Brewery & Kitchen
- 🎥 “But I’m A Cheerleader” at Cheer Up Charlies
- 🎂 Busty’s Turns 2 at Busty’s Bar & Jukebox
- 🥳 5th Anniversary Garden Party at Lutie’s
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