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UPDATE: Craft Beer and Brewpub Rights Go Before the Lege

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Update: The five beer bills in question this session will go before the Texas House of Representatives tomorrow. If passed, the bills will then go before Gov. Perry to be signed into law as soon as Sept. 1.


Amazing Community Animations from Mini Maker Faire

Inventions and Good Deeds Edition: Tech Events Roundup May 20-26

City Uses New Software to ‘Envision Tomorrow’ for South Austin

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Imagine if SimCity could be used to see how land use codes would affect Austin, in real life. The City of Austin is working with just such a tool that could change the face of urban design.

Austin Postcast: sxtyscnds Gamifies Your Life

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On this week’s Austin Postcast, we interview Blake Garrett, founder of Austin based sxtyscnds. I wasn’t sure what to expect from someone who promises to “repurpose content into social, snackable games,” though I hoped he hadn’t somehow found a terrifying way to combine gamification and fiber. Luckily, it turns out sxtyscnds is all about turning boring information into quiz style casual games you can play for a minute or two while killing time in line.

Blame the IRS, the White House; AND CONGRESS

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While there is plenty of blame to be directed toward the IRS and the White House (and it's now clear some in the White House knew about it), those throwing the most stones are the most to blame: Congress.

Austin Tech Job Roundup for May 22

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We’ve searched Facebook, LinkedIn, and odd corners of the internet looking for the tech jobs you won’t find on Craigslist. Most of these come from people at the company in question hoping a friend of a friend can help them find a good person to hire. Luckily for you, The Austin Post is your friend.

Bringing the General Home: A Controversial Corpse's Long Return to Austin

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Albert Sidney Johnston wanted to come home.


Kickstarter of the Week: Wirelessly Connect All the Things with Sapphire

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Once a week we shine a ray of love on Austin's most interesting Kickstarter projects. This week, Sapphire promises they've created the one wireless connector to rule them all.

This Week in Geek May 23 - 29: Memorial Day Weekend Edition

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A lot of Austin’s geeks will be out of town at Burning Flipside or Houston’s Comicpalooza. For those of us still in town, boardgamers can get a sneak peek at the future of gaming with Protospiel South, Star Wars fans can see Return of the Jedi in full cinematic glory at The Alamo, and science fiction lovers have a choice of two book clubs.

The Uphill Battle to bring "Complete Streets" to Austin

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With spring underway, Texas weather has taken a turn for the better. The green has returned to the trees, the harsh winds have calmed to a gentle breeze and families all over Texas are bringing out the grill for some sweet barbecue.

Made in Austin: Fine Clonier Can Remake You in Lego

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On this week’s Made in Austin, we learn about the fine art of designing your own custom Lego Minifigs from Kaminoan of Fine Clonier. Over the years, he’s designed over 2000 characters and displays over 700 of them at Maker Faires and other events.

City Pushes Decision on Allowing Ridesharing to June 6

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The City Council met May 23 to discuss, among other things, an ordinance that would define ridesharing, amending a city code ordinance on ground transportation.

Hackers Improve City Data Accessibility Through Technology

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For many, the word “hacker” conjures images of Sandra Bullock or Angelina Jolie in movies where only the hairdos are more dated than the technology.

Need a Bike Buddy? Weigh In Before June to Keep Austin Commuting App Alive

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The idea of commuting to work on a bicycle can raise a lot of questions. Is riding in rush-hour traffic dangerous? Are there less busy routes to take? Is there a place to shower before work? What’s the best type of bike for commuting?


Public Good and Public Drinking: Tech Events Roundup May 28 - June 2

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This week’s events are evenly divided between public drinking and public good. On the public good side, Austin is home to three different hackathons ranging from local food mapping to a national Angel funding competition. On the public drinking side, you can also party with WordPress, LinkedIn, TechCrunch, plus some local geek groups. Either way, it’s a fun week.

The Difference Water Makes: Barton Creek at Gus Fruh Before & After

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The much-needed rain we got over the weekend turned areas like Barton Creek at the Gus Fruh access from dry creek beds into watery summer wonderlands. Here are some photos of the area dry and with water. They hardly look like the same place.

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Jump Into Composting

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The most thrilling holiday of the year is finally here. Well, thrilling if you like thinking about decomposing food, worms and the process of making dirt. Today is Learn About Composting Day.

Japanese Cosplay, Nerdy Knitting and Games, Games, Games: This Week in Geek May 30 - June 5

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Since Vikings first dedicated a day to Thor, we mere mortals have honored him with the rolling of dice, tempting of fate, and telling of stories. Rather than break that tradition, Austin is home to three very different yet equally appealing boardgame groups on Tuesday nights. If you’re not a fan of boardgames (or Tuesdays) this week you can also celebrate all things Japanese, enjoy some geektastic TV viewing parties, or find yourself a new LARP campaign.

It's Property Tax Time Again - Deadline to Dispute Appraisal May 31

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Most of us recently received a notice of our property tax values, and it’s likely they went up. So how do you keep your taxes low while you are living in your home?
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