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Urban Roots gives Austin youth hands-on experience while growing fresh food for the city

By Hannah Heckman - Updated on March 10, 2020 at 11:50 pm

For a few young people in Austin, confidence, community and carrots all come from the same place: Austin’s Urban Roots farm. Founded in 2008, Urban Roots is a farm-based youth leadership program located in East Austin.
Students with service animals emphasize responsibility and training, perception of assistance

By Aisling Ayers - Updated on March 9, 2020 at 12:09 am

Navigating the Speedway bricks alongside their owners, service dogs are often working from 8 a.m. classes to late night study sessions at the Perry-Castañeda Library. The work that service animals do is an important part of their owners’ everyday lives.
Cloud Tree Studios & Gallery features female artists in ‘Thread Count’ exhibit

By Bithia Dantoumda - Updated on March 9, 2020 at 12:04 am

Mother and artist Sara Vanderbeek said she has had several instances where insurance companies required a lot of personal information from her but still denied coverage for her and her family.
Texas Roller Derby League gives members confidence, community

By Hannah Heckman - Updated on March 5, 2020 at 12:12 am

The Texas Roller Derby League consists of Austin’s most cutthroat women. According to the derby’s website, the league is made up of five teams and was born out of the punk scene in Austin’s Red River District in 2001.
UT-Austin student ends Pokémon card unboxing YouTube channel, creates Laughing Pikachu Packs

By Kate Williams - Updated on March 5, 2020 at 12:06 am

Hannah Fawcett hoped to break the stereotype that all Pokémon fans are young boys. Now, she’s taking a break.
Austin jewelry making business promotes sustainability, feminine power

By Grace Barnes - Updated on March 3, 2020 at 9:15 pm

Beyoncé needed it in 24 hours, and Nina Berenato delivered.
Viva Day Spa in Austin provides guests with ‘upscale but unpretentious’ spa experience

By Grace Barnes - Updated on March 3, 2020 at 9:12 pm

Laurie Aroch, Maya Aroch and Shannon Mouser had no business opening a spa. Fifteen years ago, the pharmacist, ex-corporate employee and masseuse did it anyway.
CBD boutique MaryJae aims to break taboo around cannabis

By Carlie Whisman - Updated on March 2, 2020 at 11:03 pm

Women-owned CBD shop places an emphasis on education.
Austin photographer awakens beauty

By Hannah Heckman - Updated on March 2, 2020 at 10:59 pm

Photographer Riley Blanks shares her work at an exhibit in the Miranda Bennett Studio.
Future UT-Austin student sells over 10,000 Girl Scout cookie boxes, breaks Central Texas record

By Jennifer Errico - Updated on February 26, 2020 at 11:05 pm

Marillah King numbered and signed the last 10 boxes. Seven were sold to students outside the University Co-op. The last box she would sell as a Girl Scout was bought by her grandparents. On Sunday, King broke her own record, selling over 10,000 boxes.

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Urban Roots gives Austin youth hands-on experience while growing fresh food for the city

Students with service animals emphasize responsibility and training, perception of assistance

Cloud Tree Studios & Gallery features female artists in ‘Thread Count’ exhibit

Texas Roller Derby League gives members confidence, community

UT-Austin student ends Pokémon card unboxing YouTube channel, creates Laughing Pikachu Packs

Austin jewelry making business promotes sustainability, feminine power

Viva Day Spa in Austin provides guests with ‘upscale but unpretentious’ spa experience

CBD boutique MaryJae aims to break taboo around cannabis

Austin photographer awakens beauty

Future UT-Austin student sells over 10,000 Girl Scout cookie boxes, breaks Central Texas record

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