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Walt Wilkins on life, music and inspiration

Katie Paschall March 6, 2013

As comfortable as an old pair of blue jeans, Walt Wilkins, singer, writer and producer of old country and blue grass music, soothed the souls in the audience as he performed with his band, The Mystiqueros,...

How to part ways with a roommate or find your calling

Riley Brands March 6, 2013

Editor’s note: This is an advice column written by in-house know-it-all Riley Brands. All answers are based on personal experience. Brands is not a licensed professional. Questions for Brands can...

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This spring break, use the power of technology to “Spread the Love, Nothing Else”

Milla Impola March 6, 2013

Whether you will be skiing in Colorado, studying for the GRE or singing “I Love College” on South Padre Island during spring break, a new website, Qpid.me, allows you to share a little...

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South Congress food trailers disappear

Hannah Smothers March 5, 2013

The iconic cornerstones of the food trailer lot on South Congress Avenue have abandoned their coveted positions, leaving nothing but a patch of matted grass behind. The neon cone that stands atop The...

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The Cave Singers’ new album leaves much to be desired

Shane Miller March 5, 2013

The Cave Singers’ fourth release, Naomi, continues the band’s uphill battle to carve out a niche in Seattle’s indie-saturated music scene. The former grunge rock capital that birthed...

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Latest juice cleanse trend could lead to healthier lifestyle

Stephanie Robalino March 5, 2013

Tim Sans started the new year by resolving to make healthier choices. Still finding himself overweight after multiple failed weight loss attempts, he was unsure of what direction to take next. He turned...

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Shakespeare at Winedale offers students a one-of-a-kind learning experience through performance

Willa Young March 5, 2013

A much-needed cool breeze flows through the three open sides of a dilapidated German hay barn on a warm Texas night. The barn is miles from city life, far enough from streetlights that the Milky Way can...

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UT’s ‘Intimate Apparel’ will leave you reeling

Elizabeth Williams March 4, 2013

Lynn Nottage’s play “Intimate Apparel” is the 1905 equivalent of MTV’s “Catfish”. The UT theatre department’s production of “Intimate Apparel” focuses...

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Antone’s to join Emo’s on East Riverside

Shane Miller March 4, 2013

As I drove to Antone’s at Lavaca and 5th street for an interview one night, I couldn’t help but notice the lack of parking and accessibility. The roadwork on Colorado closed half of the road,...

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College Forward mentoring program encourages student self-advocacy

Stuart Railey March 1, 2013

For UT senior Miguel Vazquez, the prospect of successfully attending college would not have seemed possible six years ago. The college admissions process — from financial aid forms to general applications...

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21 & Over is standard drunken comedy.

Alex Williams March 1, 2013

Jon Lucas and Scott Moore, the writing and directing team behind “21 & Over,” have staked their claim in Hollywood making a very specific type of film — the booze-fueled buddy flick....

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Local improv theater celebrates four funny years in Austin

Stephanie Robalino March 1, 2013

As a city that boasts numerous comedians, clubs, troupes and its own annual Moontower Comedy and Oddity Festival, Austin is attracting funny people left and right. Austin’s premier comedy theater,...

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