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H-E-B's Knuckle Sammich returns for Corporate Battle of the Bands

H-E-B is set to participate once again in the Corporate Battle of the Bands, which will be held on June 5th at the ACL Live Stage at the Moody Theater. Their band, Knuckle Sammich, known for its loud rock n roll style, will take the stage with no intention other than having a good time.


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PNC Bank "C NOTES" return for third year at corporate battle of bands

The PNC Bank "C NOTES" are set to participate in HAAM’s Corporate Battle of the Bands for the third consecutive year. The group, featuring Steven Gonzalez, PNC Regional President and Corporate Banking Leader, on drums, and his brother Pete on lead guitar and vocals, will perform once again at this event. They are joined by Stephen Jeffrey, a long-time HAAM board member and PNC Private Bank Leader, on bass, with Nathan Strubhart, a PNC Business Banker, on rhythm guitar.


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LBJ Theatre students advance to UIL One Act Play Area Contest

LBJ Jaguar Theatre students at LBJ High School in Austin have advanced to the UIL One Act Play Area Contest for the first time in the school's history. The competition, held at Bastrop ISD, saw LBJ emerge as the only 5A school in Austin ISD to progress to the Area level this year, breaking new ground after years of competing with the Liberal Arts and Science Academy.


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UT Austin study leads to smart windows breakthrough

A study conducted by researchers at The University of Texas at Austin has led to a breakthrough in the development of smart windows using common, sustainable materials such as amylose, a natural polymer found in corn, potatoes, and beans.


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Cirrus Logic commits $100K annually to sponsor HAAM's Corporate Battle of the Bands

Cirrus Logic has committed to being the Presenting Sponsor for the Corporate Battle of the Bands, pledging $100,000 annually for three years to support HAAM. This contribution aids HAAM in planning future programs and services as they continue serving a growing number of musicians each year.


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Grady Hendrix announces event for his book at BookPeople

Grady Hendrix is teaming up with BookPeople to present his new work, "Witchcraft for Wayward Girls."


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Sara Goetter and Natalie Riess unveil new Warriors graphic novel at BookPeople

Sara Goetter and Natalie Riess are set to present their latest work, "Warriors Graphic Novel: The Prophecies Begin #2," in an upcoming event with BookPeople.


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BookPeople and Lise Olsen announce event for 'The Scientist and the Serial Killer

BookPeople and Lise Olsen are presenting "The Scientist and the Serial Killer" event.


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Boris Fishman presents "The Unwanted" at BookPeople event

Boris Fishman and BookPeople have announced an event featuring Fishman’s book, "The Unwanted".


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Viola Shipman and BookPeople host author event 'The Page Turner

BookPeople, an independent bookstore, is teaming up with author Viola Shipman to host an event titled "The Page Turner".


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Romance book lovers invited to join new BookPeople club

BookPeople is inviting literature enthusiasts to join its new romance book club, "What We Read," which promises to be a gathering point for those interested in stories of new lovers.


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BookPeople and Eliza Kinkz present ¡Mistaco! event

BookPeople and Eliza Kinkz are presenting an event titled "¡Mistaco!"


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BookPeople and Patrice Caldwell announce book presentation event

BookPeople and author Patrice Caldwell will soon present "Where Shadows Meet," inviting the public to engage in this literary event.


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Steve Cavanagh and BookPeople collaborate to present Witness 8

Steve Cavanagh is teaming up with BookPeople to present his latest work, "Witness 8," from the Eddie Flynn series.


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UT announces new exhibit at Texas Science & Natural History Museum

A new exhibition titled "Particles of Color: Where Science Meets Fashion" has opened at the Texas Science & Natural History Museum in Austin. The exhibition focuses on sustainability in the fashion industry and showcases the use of compostable, plant-based, and biodegradable materials in clothing, accessories, jewelry, and art.


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Book club to explore mysteries in 'Girls and Their Horses' via virtual meet-up

The Seven Per-Cent Solution Book Club is inviting enthusiasts to delve into the intriguing world of fiction's mysteries.


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BookPeople hosts event for author C. Prudence Arceneaux's new release

BookPeople in collaboration with C. Prudence Arceneaux announces the launch of the author's latest book, "Proprioception."


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BookPeople invites community to event with author Olivie Blake

BookPeople has announced an event featuring Olivie Blake as she presents "Gifted & Talented."


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Austin science writing book club explores diverse topics each month

The Austin Texas Science Writers are inviting enthusiasts of science and nature writing to participate in a book club showcasing noteworthy books in these fields.


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Move More, Sleep Better, UT Study Finds

A new study conducted by an interdisciplinary team of researchers at The University of Texas at Austin has unveiled the strong connection between physical activity, sleep quality, and psychological health. Published in Nature Scientific Reports, the study focused on how daily physical activity impacts sleep stages and emotional well-being over an extended period.The research, which involved 82 young adults, utilized advanced wearable technology to monitor sleep and activity levels. Benjamin Baird, a research assistant professor of psychology and one of the study's...