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Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning

Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning

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Interning for the Capital City: a summer of learning

Austin— This Summer Has Been
Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Body YELENA SERRATO | HESPERIAN-BEACON like no other. Rather than packing my bags and following the country roads that would lead me back home, I accepted an undergraduate internship position with the City of Austin in their Community Engagement Division Office.
Blueberry pancakes–for breakfast or any meal

Blueberry pancakes–for breakfast or any meal

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Blueberry pancakes–for breakfast or any meal

News Staff
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Body Blueberries are high on the nutrition charts for their health benefits. They are full of vitamins, good for our hearts and blood vessels, and they help lower cholesterol and blood pressure, just to name a few. Frozen or fresh blueberries are equally good for our bodies.
Vegan leather, Edsels, Corfam

Vegan leather, Edsels, Corfam

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Vegan leather, Edsels, Corfam

News Staff
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Body Vegan leather? When I first heard the term, I supposed it was leather made from the hide of an animal that eats vegetables. Like a cow.
Record sea temps could spur more hurricanes

Record sea temps could spur more hurricanes

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Record sea temps could spur more hurricanes

News Staff
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Body AUSTIN— Forecasters for the National Weather Service are anticipating a more active hurricane season this year because of record-warm ocean surface temperatures, the Texas Tribune reported. Hurricane season runs through the end of November.

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TXDOT, law enforcement step up effort to curb drunk driving

News Staff
Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Body AUSTIN — As Labor Day approaches, TxDOT is reminding all Texans about the dangers of drunk driving. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has announced an increased enforcement period from Aug. 18 to Sept. 4.
TACO TIME A small taco bar can accommodate multiple tastes, with add-ons to these veggie tacos. | ANGELINA LARUE photo

TACO TIME A small taco bar can accommodate multiple tastes, with add-ons to these veggie tacos. | ANGELINA LARUE photo

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Spiced Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

News Staff
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Body 1 avocado, halved and pitted 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Place parchment paper onto a baking sheet. Toss cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
What’s the difference between

What’s the difference between

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Playing the heartstrings

What’s The Difference Between
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Body What’s the difference between a violinist and a fiddler? Not the instrument. By any other name, a violin is a fiddle is a violin. Attitude makes the difference. Fiddle players have more fun.
Food bytes

Food bytes

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Food bytes

Bytes Angelina L
Wednesday, August 9, 2023
Body Sweet potatoes and black beans make a stunning match when paired with a savory, spicy seasoning. This base is good for making burritos, tacos, and grain bowls, to name a few. One of my favorite ways to serve this mixture is as a taco filling.
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