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Dazed and Confused spiritual sequel to film this fall? Alright, alright, alright

Ryan Lakich: Dazed and Confused spiritual sequel to film this fall? Alright, alright, alright

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A music lover's guide to the Kerrville Folk Festival

Arden Ward: A music lover's guide to the Kerrville Folk Festival

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The 20 indie shows you shouldn't miss this summer

Caitlin M. Ryan: The 20 indie shows you shouldn't miss this summer

Arden Ward: A close-up look at Paul McCartney's first ever Austin show

A close-up look at Paul McCartney's first ever Austin show

Food + Drink

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Citywide 86’d finale features the next generation of Austin chefs in a culinary challenge

Jessica Dupuy: Citywide 86’d finale features the next generation of Austin chefs in a culinary challenge

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Texas Monthly launches TMBBQ.com, announces Texas Barbecue Week

Arden Ward: Texas Monthly launches TMBBQ.com, announces Texas Barbecue Week

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W Austin's new rooftop apiary to produce 4,000 pounds of honey per year

Kristi Willis: W Austin's new rooftop apiary to produce 4,000 pounds of honey per year

Marshall Hinsley: North Texas farmer traces roots to 1970s back-to-nature movement

North Texas farmer traces roots to 1970s back-to-nature movement

Arts

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Meet Your Terrific Neighbors, the sketch comedy vets keeping it weird

Ryan Lakich: Meet Your Terrific Neighbors, the sketch comedy vets keeping it weird

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No joke: Laughs come to an end as Comedy 102.7 goes off the air

Ryan Lakich: No joke: Laughs come to an end as Comedy 102.7 goes off the air

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Comics Mac Blake and Lance Gilstrap discuss STAG! Comedy and the upcoming Austin Sketch Festival

Ryan Lakich: Comics Mac Blake and Lance Gilstrap discuss STAG! Comedy and the upcoming Austin Sketch Festival

Shelley Seale: New TOP Concerts series gets up close and personal at ZACH Theatre

New TOP Concerts series gets up close and personal at ZACH Theatre

Design + Style

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Our top 5 subscription box services, delivering to the organic beauty, animal lover and more

Caitlin M. Ryan: Our top 5 subscription box services, delivering to the organic beauty, animal lover and more

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Pump up your poolside style with essential summer accessories

Kristin Hull: Pump up your poolside style with essential summer accessories

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How to cover up by the pool and still look hot

Kristin Hull: How to cover up by the pool and still look hot

Caitlin M. Ryan: Margot Wolf and Cambria Handmade shine at By George as masters of craftsmanship

Margot Wolf and Cambria Handmade shine at By George as masters of craftsmanship

Life

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The perks of being a lawmaker: $22,000 meal at III Forks

Katie Friel: The perks of being a lawmaker: $22,000 meal at III Forks

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APA! introduces Walter, the laid-back kitty who loves his toys

Ryan Lakich: APA! introduces Walter, the laid-back kitty who loves his toys

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Austin is the 11th largest U.S. city, according to latest Census Bureau estimate

John Egan: Austin is the 11th largest U.S. city, according to latest Census Bureau estimate

: How you can help tornado victims in Moore, Oklahoma

How you can help tornado victims in Moore, Oklahoma

Innovation

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Texas Monthly launches TMBBQ.com, announces Texas Barbecue Week

Arden Ward: Texas Monthly launches TMBBQ.com, announces Texas Barbecue Week

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Local entrepreneur produces first all-electric smart car for drivers in wheelchairs

Beth Lebwohl: Local entrepreneur produces first all-electric smart car for drivers in wheelchairs

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Charter schools rank high on new list of best schools in Central Texas

: Charter schools rank high on new list of best schools in Central Texas

Caitlin M. Ryan: 10-digit dialing in Austin begins this summer along with new area code

10-digit dialing in Austin begins this summer along with new area code

Scene

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CharityBash Benefit Concert gathers young philanthropists in support of Groundworks Music Project

Jon Shapley: CharityBash Benefit Concert gathers young philanthropists in support of Groundworks Music Project

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Happy Hemp private dinner features inventive bites from local chefs

Jon Shapley: Happy Hemp private dinner features inventive bites from local chefs

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Studio 54klift fundraiser brings the disco days back to the spotlight

Jessica Pages: Studio 54klift fundraiser brings the disco days back to the spotlight

Caitlin M. Ryan: Margot Wolf and Cambria Handmade shine at By George as masters of craftsmanship

Margot Wolf and Cambria Handmade shine at By George as masters of craftsmanship

Outdoors + Fitness

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From margaritas to weirdos, check out 5 summer races worth the sweat

Veronica Castelo: From margaritas to weirdos, check out 5 summer races worth the sweat

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Shape up for summer: Corefit tells us how to get bikini-ready in 30 days

Samantha Webster: Shape up for summer: Corefit tells us how to get bikini-ready in 30 days

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Cocktails on the Colorado recognizes 2013 River Hero, announces new identity for Colorado River Alliance

Arden Ward: Cocktails on the Colorado recognizes 2013 River Hero, announces new identity for Colorado River Alliance

Ryan Lakich: Gear up for Austin Bike to Work Day, ditch four wheels for two

Gear up for Austin Bike to Work Day, ditch four wheels for two

Sports

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Houston wins Super Bowl bid, beats out Miami to host 2017 event

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TopGolf touches down as Austin's newest interactive sports attraction

: TopGolf touches down as Austin's newest interactive sports attraction

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V8 Supercars make North American debut at Circuit of the Americas this weekend

Benoit Rochard: V8 Supercars make North American debut at Circuit of the Americas this weekend

: Austin Aztex start 2013 season with an appearance in the U.S. Open Cup

Austin Aztex start 2013 season with an appearance in the U.S. Open Cup

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