Issa Rae and Timbaland to Speak at 2023 AfroTech Conference
byAfroTech, an annual tech-based conference for Black startups, entrepreneurs, and business leaders, made its Austin debut in 2022, and is returning to the Capital…
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Hate It or Love It, Coach Prime is On Top
byHere’s what we know for sure. We’ve never seen anything like this in the world of sports. Ever. At 3-0, the Colorado Buffaloes, once…
McDonald’s or McDowells
byThem people said Leroy and Lewis BBQ here in Austin serves up one of the ’12 Best Burgers in America’. We don’t know about…
East Austinite Kedrick Jeffries Appointed New CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters
byKedrick Jeffries, who has been with the Boys and Girls Club for eight years with his most recent position being Chief Programs Officer, has…
RichesArt Gallery is Opening Its Second Location, and You’re Invited
bysoulcitizen Richard Samuel opened RichesArt Gallery, a now Eastside Austin staple, back in 2021 and it rapidly became a community staple. It was also…
Travis County Commissioner Jeff Travillion Looks to Continue Serving Travis County
byHaving been elected as Travis County Commissioner of Precinct 1 in 2016 and 2020, Jeff Travillion is up for re-election again in the March…
My First Dream Con Experience: A Journey of Inclusivity, Connection, and Community
byAs a first-time attendee of Dream Con, I can confidently say that this event has left a lasting impression on me. The sheer magnitude…
Thee Phantom & The Illharmonic Orchestra: Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop with Soulful Symphony at the Long Center
byIn the heart of Austin’s vibrant arts scene, a groundbreaking musical celebration is set to unfold, inviting music enthusiasts to embark on a journey…
20,000 Blerds Descending on Austin for Dream Con 2023
byAustin is about to get a whole lot better as the city welcomes Dream Con, a citywide anime and gaming convention hosted by Real…
The Crown Act is Now Texas Law.
byAs I reflect on the recent passing of the CROWN Act in Texas, a wave of emotions washes over me. This monumental event marks a significant step…
A Celebration of Black Culinary Excellence in Austin
byAustin, renowned for its vibrant food culture, is witnessing a culinary revolution driven by three exceptional black chefs. Tavel Bristol Joseph, Mashama Bailey, and…
3 Years After George Floyd, Companies Still Struggle With DEI
byWritten by soulciti in partnership with Meme Styles. It has been three years since the horrendous murder of George Floyd — and many other…