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Official newspaper of The University of Texas at Austin

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Attend all the SXSW events in style with our guide

Sarah Montgomery March 9, 2014

Of the major events in Austin, SXSW is the most diverse — with everything from movie screenings to keynote speakers. Finding a fabulous outfit for all these events can be a hassle, so The Daily Texan...

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Renegade Craft Fair showcases small businesses from around the world during SXSW

Sarah Montgomery March 7, 2014

The Renegade Craft Fair features a collection of artists and vendors who sell their work in cities across America. The fair will be going on during SXSW from Thursday through Saturday at the Palmer Events...

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Knitter reflects on making winter wear in Texas heat

Sarah Montgomery March 4, 2014

Boxes of multicolored wool, geometric patterns and a giant machine with hundreds of small knitting hooks filled the sun room of Lorraine Murray’s small home. Coming out of the top of the 3-foot-long...

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Campus barbecue trailer changes name but not flavor

Sarah Montgomery March 4, 2014

Steam escapes from the smoker as SLAB BBQ employee Rance Simpson takes out a piece of seasoned chicken and begins chopping it up with speed inside the small food truck. The SLAB employees are busy preparing...

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Austin Art Garage founders reflect on growing art scene, maintaining Austin aesthetic

Sarah Montgomery February 20, 2014

Down a small dirt path off South Lamar sits a metal building not much larger than two dorm rooms. The rusted metal sidings, exposed concrete foundation and dusty exterior leave little hint as to what lies...

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Local venues break Valentine’s Day norms

Sarah Montgomery February 13, 2014

Valentine’s Day is a day for singles and couples to reflect on their relationship statuses and assess just how much chocolate is acceptable to consume in one 24-hour period. The Daily Texan compiled...

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John Green’s “The Fault in Our Stars” dedication gets published posthumously

Sarah Montgomery January 28, 2014

On Thanksgiving Day 2009, 12-year-old Esther Earl was diagnosed with thyroid cancer after experiencing abnormal chest pain and fatigue. Today, her short but powerful story is a 400-plus page manifestation...

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Diamonds Are Evil jewelry company takes stand against diamonds

Sarah Montgomery January 23, 2014

Two years ago, Texas A&M students Michael Murphy and Meredith Butler decided to start using scraps of wood from leftover architecture projects to make intricately designed pieces of jewelry. The couple...

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