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Former White House press secretary Liz Carpenter dies
Former White House press secretary Liz Carpenter has died. Carpenter served under both Vice President Lyndon Johnson and later Lady Bird Johnson. Carpenter died Saturday morning at Brackenridge Hospital.
FULL STORY >> 3/20/2010 12:30 PM

Former White House press secretary Liz Carpenter dies

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Cheap Trick brings diehard fans to Auditorium Shores
Fans drove for days and even flew across the ocean to Austin just to show their deep devotion to Cheap Trick.
FULL STORY >> 3/20/2010 2:56 PM

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Musician Matt Morris talks about making music in Austin
While a lot of the bands in town for SXSW just come once a year, some musicians have found Austin to not only be a great place to play, but record.
FULL STORY >> 3/20/2010 4:00 PM

Musician Matt Morris talks about making music in Austin

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Austin and Nashville, each have what the other wants
A changing music industry has a lot to do with the influence of the tech and film worlds; South by Southwest has helped to establish those industries in Austin, and Nashville hopes to attract the same.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 6:59 PM

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Music lovers take over Lamar Pedestrian Bridge
South by Southwest brings thousands of people to Austin, but not everyone is taking part in the official festival. Some bands perform in some unusual locations.
FULL STORY >> 3/20/2010 6:35 AM

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Up all night at SXSW
Once the South by Southwest music starts, it's almost a non-stop party until early Sunday morning.
FULL STORY >> 3/20/2010 3:14 PM

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Leander commuters looking forward to new MetroRail
Some Leander commuters are excited to take the new MetroRail to work instead of battling slow rush hour traffic.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 7:46 PM

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Rodeo cook-off competition raises big bucks
The barbecue cook-off at the Star of Texas Rodeo isn't just about the brisket and chicken. One group enters every year just to win the fundraising competition. The money raised goes to the rodeo's scholarship fund.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 11:03 PM

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Renovations preserve history of Waco religious community
There is one building left standing from the original settlement of the Davidian Seventh-day Adventists in Waco, and one school is working to save it.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 7:07 PM

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Sunset Valley Farmers Market moves to Barton Creek
The Sunset Valley Farmers Market moved to a new location at Barton Creek Mall. Foodies who are used to shopping at the market won't have to go too far, a different market plans to open up in the same location.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 3/20/2010 6:56 PM

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SXSW panel: How indie content can save the world
One panel at this year's SXSW festival was dedicated to discussing how independent content creators of all mediums can stay true to the indie community and make money at the same time.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 9:32 PM

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SXSW helps 'accelerate' business through competition
Accelerator spotlights some of the newest, most innovative entrepreneurs in the online field. Contestants compete by demonstrating their products in front of judges and a live audience.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 11:19 AM

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Online businesses help build talented workers
The slump in the economy has many businesses thinking twice before they hire new employees, and with the help of online companies you can make a profit from it. All you need to do is log onto these sites and make a profile for yourself.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 5:18 PM

Online businesses help build talented workers

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Weight loss surgery without a scar
A new weight loss surgery is performed endoscopically, which means surgeons place an endoscope down the throat to conduct the procedure. The surgery only takes one hour and is conducted on an outpatient basis.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 7:27 PM

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Stewart and Fanning tune up rock drama in 'The Runaways'
"The Runaways" opens in 10 cities Friday, most of them music towns. Fortunately, Austin is one of them.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 3:45 PM

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Free shows draw big bands, small dancers
South by Southwest music doesn�t mean you have to shell out big bucks for wristbands. Starting Thursday, you can see free shows at Auditorium Shores.
FULL STORY >> 3/19/2010 7:07 AM

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Companies offer tips for making your wedding special
Wedding season is almost here, and there are many new trends to help brides make their day special.
FULL STORY >> Updated: 3/19/2010 8:45 AM