Posts by Sophie Clearwater
Ban on THC products in Texas heads to Gov. Abbott’s desk after Senate agrees to House changes
[ad_1] (The Texas Tribune) – A bill that would ban all products containing tetrahydrocannabinol, or THC, is headed to Gov. Greg Abbott’s desk after the Senate late Sunday approved the House version of the bill advanced by the lower chamber last week. If the measure avoids Abbott’s veto pen, Texas’ $8 billion hemp industry and…
Read More10 Historical Novels That Bring the Past to Life
[ad_1] These books belong on every serious reader’s nightstand. Courtesy the publishers While actual time-travel remains the stuff of science fiction, well-researched historical fiction can fling the mind back through centuries and land you squarely in the action. And the rewards go far beyond escapism: standing in the shoes of those who came before, immersed…
Read MoreThe Best Rooftop Bars in L.A. for Cocktails With a View
[ad_1] What better way to celebrate the first signs of summer than with craft cocktails overlooking the city? While New York City is known for its rooftop bar scene, Los Angeles still gives the Big Apple a run for its money. From Downtown L.A. to Beverly Hills, sky-high bars can be found throughout many of…
Read MoreCity of Austin's Memorial Day office closures, trash collection, park schedules
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — The City of Austin announced several closures on Memorial Day, including administrative offices and other municipal facilities. The city said administrative offices would return to normal business hours Tuesday. Utilities City of Austin utilities customers are urged to continue making payments online at coautilities.com or by calling 1-833-375-4949. In-person payments would be…
Read MoreLana Condor’s Target Picks Will Instantly Upgrade Your Summer: Here’s What She’s Buying
[ad_1] We interviewed Lana Condor because we think you’ll like her picks. Lana is a paid spokesperson for Target. Our writers and editors independently determine what we cover and recommend. When you buy through our links, E! may earn a commission. Learn more. When Lana Condor gets excited about summer, she heads straight to Target to find…
Read MoreScreening at Cannes: Directing Debuts from Kristen Stewart, Scarlett Johannson and Harris Dickinson
[ad_1] Three actors made their directorial debuts at the 78th annual Cannes Film Festival. From left, Kristen Stewart, Scarlett Johannson and Harris Dickinson. Stephane Cardinale/Corbis via Getty Images; Lionel Hahn/Getty Images; Daniele Venturelli/WireImage “Are you fucking kidding me? Okaay,” crowed Kristen Stewart at the world premiere of The Chronology of Water, her debut as a…
Read MoreProgram expands affordable access to swim lessons across Central Texas
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — As temperatures rise, more people spend time at the pool or cool off at Central Texas’ many lakes. However, with more people in the water comes a greater need for water safety to help prevent a potential drowning. According to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, 103 children in…
Read MoreA Complete Guide to the Massive Duggar Family Tree
[ad_1] Jessa Duggar (m. Ben Seewald) Jim Bob and Michelle’s fifth child, Jessa Duggar, was born Nov. 4, 1992. Jessa met Ben through church and he began courting her in 2013—the old-fashioned approach to romance coming as a brand-new notion to a lot of viewers. The kids never talked about their romances pre-engagement, so Jim Bob…
Read MoreIn the Gallery Climate Coalition, the Art Market’s Carbon Problem Meets Its Match
[ad_1] Gallery Climate Coalition’s leadership team. Photo by Elizabeth Norwood When the pandemic forced the always-on art industry to take a breath, its leaders—particularly on the commercial side—found themselves confronting questions about not just economic sustainability but also ecological sustainability. There was plenty of speculation about the long-term feasibility of virtual modes of operation, as…
Read More‘Homosexual conduct’ bill advances further than past attempts, as end-of-session deadlines approach
[ad_1] Project Summary: In 2023, a fifth of the country’s state-level bills impacting the LGBTQ+ community were filed in Texas, according to a Human Rights Campaign analysis. In 2025, Equality Texas reported a new record number of such bills filed at the State Capitol, surpassing 200 – up from 141 the session before. KXAN’s team…
Read MoreGivens Park improvements almost done
[ad_1] AUSTIN (KXAN) — As Givens Park in southeast Austin prepares to open its redeveloped pool in just a couple of weeks, Delano Brown with the city’s Parks and Recreation Department shares what this park means to the community, and what his hopes are for its future. “So Givens Recreation Center is a historical site…
Read MoreJordon Hudson sparks Bill Belichick engagement buzz with ring sighting
[ad_1] Well, this certainly isn’t going to slow down the engagement speculation. Bill Belichick’s 24-year-old girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, was seen Saturday at Raleigh-Durham International Airport in North Carolina wearing what appeared to be a ring on her left ring finger, according to photos snapped by TMZ. The sighting comes less than a week after The…
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