As a teenager, Joan Means Khabele was among the first group of Black students to integrate Austin High School in the 50s. When she wasn't allowed to swim at Barton Springs during a school picnic ...

Every year, more than 340,000 people visit the Barton Springs swimming hole in Austin, Texas. Few swimmers realize they're taking a dip in the home of one of North America's most endangered species — ...

Read more https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/photos-austinites-splash-into-2025-with-barton-springs-polar-bear-plunge/ While some Austinites dipped their toes ...

Nestled in Zilker Metropolitan Park, Barton Springs Pool has been a favorite swimming hole for locals and out-of-towners for generations. Native Americans used the springs for thousands of years ...

Every year, more than 340,000 people visit the Barton Springs swimming hole in Austin, Texas. Few swimmers realize they're taking a dip in the home of one of North America's most endangered species — ...