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🍹 Where to get margarita soft serve
June 9, 2026 · Kelsey Bradshaw
🪱 I have another New World screwworm update, y’all. Gov. Greg Abbott activated the state’s emergency operations center on Monday after two more of the cattle-killing worms were reported in Texas counties over the weekend.
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9 Cool Drinks To Try
It’s finally summer and that means you’re probably also looking for a fun drink to try! I’m obsessing over this list of unique drink finds like a soft serve margarita and a martini inspired by cacio e pepe. 👀 [Tribeza]
Hundreds of Data Centers Planned Across the State
At least 248 data centers are in the works across the state and 56 of those will be built in Central Texas. Opponents are worried about electricity bills and harm to the state’s water supply. [The Texas Tribune]
Loro Sauces Go on Sale This Summer
Three sauces from Loro, the Asian barbecue restaurant headed by Aaron Franklin and Tyson Cole, will be available to purchase June 21 to July 5. Sauces include: Tamarind BBQ, Loro Hot Sauce, and Green Chili Salsa and Marinade. [CultureMap Austin]
SoCo Business Owners Want More Say on Light Rail
Some business owners along Project Connect’s South Congress Avenue path say they were not consulted enough on the plan and worry how construction will affect their sales. Construction on the light rail is slated to start next year. [Axios Austin]
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What To Do
Tuesday, June 9
- ❓ “Heated Rivalry” Trivia at Bouldin Acres - Braker Lane
- 🧛 An Evening with The Cullens: “Twilight” Screening at Paramount Theatre
- 💬 Senior Social Hour at Austin Public Library Carver Branch
- 🎶 Blues on the Green at Zilker Park
- 🏳️🌈 Travis County's 6th Annual Pride Flag Raising at 700 Lavaca St.
- 🧘 YTX Summer Sunset Series at Republic Square Park
Wednesday, June 10
- 🎸 HAAM Corporate Battle of the Bands at ACL Live at The Moody Theater
- 🎥 “Raiders of the Lost Ark” at Paramount Theatre
- 🍅 “Fried Green Tomatoes” at Hyperreal Film Club
- 🎻 Austin Symphony Presents: Tuneful Tales at Austin Public Library Central Library
- 🎶 Blues on the Green at Zilker Park
Thursday, June 11
- 🎶 The Drop-In at the Long Center
- ❓ “Jurassic Park” Trivia at Bouldin Acres - Menchaca
- 🎹 Charlie Puth at the Moody Center
- 🎥 “Singin’ in the Rain” at Paramount Theatre
- ⚽ World Cup: Mexico vs. South Africa at The ABGB
👋 Bye! I have to go watch Rachel Zegler sing “What I Did For Love” for the zillionth time!
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