If you're in the campus area tomorrow, swing by the Speedway Mart corner (Speedway & 31st Street) if you want to witness a true miracle in Austin restaurant history. Battling stubborn/cheap students, rising rent and bad weather for foot traffic, Fricano's Deli has accomplished something that even national chains can't pull off in the campus area—they have reached their first anniversary. As a provider of an amazing variety of creative sandwich options to students,... more ›

Teachers get extra homework
Last Friday , we told you about the legislative special session regarding school funding. Because they can't seem to reach a decision, not only will Speaker of the House Tom Craddick miss his Alaskan fishing trip, about 1,000 Round Rock high schoolers won't have textbooks. It's estimated that the delay in receiving books could be three weeks to two months, causing teachers to throw together some lesson materials at the last minute. [Statesman] more ›