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Julie Royce

(She/Her)
Austin
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Austin-based freelance writer focusing on art, travel, health/wellness, and culinary delights. theroadlesswandered.com/

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Julie Royce’s Biography

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As a freelance writer and the managing editor of ATX City Lifestyle, I bridge the gap between elevated storytelling and strategic editorial direction. My work is defined by a deep curiosity for the cultural pulse of Austin, Texas, and beyond, and a commitment to precision in prose. Whether crafting long-form features or overseeing a publication's cohesive narrative, I prioritize a distinctive literary voice that resonates with a discerning audience.

Julie Royce’s Journalist Portfolio

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Little Ones, Big Animals, Lasting Lessons

Little Ones, Big Animals, Lasting Lessons

They arrived 27 days apart. A female calf, Wini, born Feb. 9 to 5-year-old Tana, and a male, Archie, born Mar…

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Training Beyond the Leash

Training Beyond the Leash

Rachel Oliver thought she knew what she was getting into when her family adopted Cricket, a shelter rescue. S…

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Where the World Is Classroom

Where the World Is Classroom

At Paragon Prep, the world is part of the curriculum. As the school approaches its 30th year, Head of School …

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Where Dogs Go To Play

Where Dogs Go To Play

For many Austin families, the morning routine now includes one extra stop, and the passenger in the back seat…

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The Magic of Camp

The Magic of Camp

For nearly a century, Austin Sunshine Camps has been creating life-changing summer experiences for Central Te…

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Weekend Well Spent

Weekend Well Spent

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The Magic of Camp

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By Julie Royce
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For nearly a century, Austin Sunshine Camps has been creating life-changing summer experiences for Central Texas youth who might otherwise never have the opportunity to attend overnight camp. Founded in 1928, the nonprofit organization provides free camp experiences for children ages 8 to 15 who are either in foster care or qualify for free or reduced lunch programs. Today, Austin Sunshine Camps serves hundreds of campers annually at its Zilker Park and Lake Travis locations.
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Where Dogs Go To Play

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By Julie Royce
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For many Austin families, the morning routine now includes one extra stop, and the passenger in the back seat has four legs. Dog daycare has quietly become as essential as school drop-off or a coffee run, and Austin Pup Culture, a long-standing fixture of North Central Austin, is entering a new chapter under updated ownership and a refreshed vision for modern pet care.
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Where the World Is Classroom

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By Julie Royce
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At Paragon Prep, the world is part of the curriculum. As the school approaches its 30th year, Head of School Lindsay Hay, M. Ed., is leading an institution that looks nothing like the rigid academic models most parents grew up navigating. Paragon was founded in 1997 by five educators dissatisfied with Austin's private school landscape, where religious affiliation and academic rigor rarely coexisted.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

My first paying job was writing HS sports stories for The Eagle. I then moved up to obituaries. And then I started working for KBTX-TV.

Have you ever used a typewriter?

I have! I grew up using a typewriter and was taught by my mother how to use one.

How is social media changing news?

With the onslaught of disinformation that runs rampant on SM, accurate and truthful news can be bogged down which is such a detriment.