Pamela Benson Owens: Sisterhood, Influence and Collaboration
byFor most women, running a business takes as much energy as working three full-time jobs, siphons away every last ounce of your sanity, plus…
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Mashama Bailey: The Soul of the Food in Austin
byThere are various distinctions on what qualifies cuisine as “soul food”. To the majority of urban culture, “soul food” is anything on Big Momma’s…
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…
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…
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…
Music, Trivia, and Tribute: Inside the World of ‘Sample Me This’ with Jelisa McMillion
byIn a world that’s constantly evolving, where technology and entertainment blend seamlessly, there comes a unique gem that not only entertains but also educates…
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…
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…
Chronicles of an Indigenous Offspring Made Its World Premiere at Hyde Park Theater
byThere’s chatter amongst the audience, while a few are still scurrying to their seats. Then, a member of Hyde Park Theater welcomes us and…
The Decline of Black Baseball Players: From the Glory of the Negro Leagues to Today’s Game.
byThis Saturday is Jackie Robinson Day — a time when we celebrate the legend and civil rights activist who broke the color line in Major League Baseball after joining the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947.
Rodney Terry Selected as Next Head Coach of UT Men’s Basketball
byRodney Terry had always dreamed of becoming a head basketball coach at a top-tier university. After years of hard work as an assistant coach…