This Week in Texas: Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Posted October 31, 2018 in The Mignon Memo

Early voting continues.

Early voting continues through Friday, November 2nd. http://www.vote411.org is a great resource to find information on everything you will see on the ballot from congressional races to local propositions. Join the over 3 million Texans who have already voted early! To read more…

Who’s in and out of the Speaker’s race.

There have been some changes to the lineup of filed candidates for Speaker of the Texas House. Sunday, Rep. John Zerwas (R-Richmond) withdrew from the race. Tuesday, Rep. Dennis Bonnen (R-Angleton) officially filed to run. House members will vote on the next Speaker on the first day of session, January 8, 2019. To read more…

Moe’s Tavern in Austin.

This Halloween, Nickel City bar is celebrating by dressing up as Moe’s Tavern—made famous by The Simpsons. There is a Moe’s themed menu featuring Krusty burgers, Flaming Moes, and the Mmmm…Donuts shot. Trick or treat! To read more…

Only in Austin…

Austin is home to the YETI Flagship store, your one stop shop for coolers, drinkware, chairs and more. Not only is it a place to shop, it’s an experience complete with a live music stage, film screenings, and in-store events. On our last visit, we met this furry guy. To read more…