Austin's Dishola, a website that collects reader reviews of favorite dishes instead of restaurants, has partnered with Meals on Wheels to bring warm, nutritious dishes to hungry people in need. For every review posted on Dishola between now and January 15, Dishola will ensure that a dish of food is delivered to a needy family, with a goal of 600 total dishes. more ›

The Texas Department of Agriculture has put up a list of Texas businesses selling gas or diesel during the last 60 days whose pumps aren't compliant with state laws. You could be getting less fuel than you're paying for because such businesses aren't conducting proper maintenance on their pumps. While a large number of the businesses seem to be in Taylor County or Harris County, there are a few from our area on the list.... more ›

Yesterday, Governor Rick Perry announced that the Texas A&M University System will receive a $5 million grant from the state's Emerging Technology Fund. The stated purpose of the grant is to support research into the development of "next-generation biofuels" and other renewable energy sources. Specifically, the $5 million in taxpayer funds will go to the Texas A&M Agriculture and Engineering Bioenergy Alliance. This alliance is essentially a collaboration between the Agricultural and Engineering Departments at... more ›

The Grand Old Party nearly swept the statewide race yesterday, led by Governor Rick Perry, who after beating Democratic nominee Chris Bell and independent candidates Kinky Friedman and Carole Keeton Strayhorn may very well become the longest-serving Governor in Texas. In a press conference this morning, Perry was vague when addressing rumors of a possible vice presidential bid, merely saying it was "up to the good Lord." Bell, who posted yesterday in his blog... more ›

October is Texas Wine Month, and if you've been feeling the need to embrace your inner Lucy (or Ethel) then tomorrow might be your night. Head out to Central Market for the annual Wine Romp and Grape Stomp sponsored by Central Market and the Texas Department of Agriculture and for $10 you get the opportunity to get your feet messy, sample Texas wines and hear live music from Austin’s McLemore Avenue. more ›

Generally, people don’t think “Democrat” when they think about Texas. It wasn’t always like that, though. The Lone Star State was decidedly “blue” for over a hundred years before the Republicans swept in during the last decade. As a consequence, the Democratic Party, trying to allocate resources wisely, doesn’t generally send a lot of clout or cash our way. The times they are a-changin', though. Howard Dean, head of the Democratic Party, came down to Scholz Garden last Tuesday to help support local candidates and spread word of the Dem’s agenda. more ›