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From the Publisher, Tiger Speaks

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Tiger Woods is scheduled to give a press conference around 10:30 a.m. today. There is much anticipation around the world’s number one golfer. Regardless, if you like golf or not, it’s a big deal. Prior to Thursday, the last time we saw Woods in public was on Thanksgiving - if you don’t count the rehab pictures. Much like older people talk about historic events and they recall there whereabouts, I was in the car with my mother when I heard the news. “Tiger Woods is car crash and taken to the … [Read more...]

RISE: Helping Austin entrepreneurs take off

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A Relationship and Information Series for Entrepreneurs, or RISE, is a nonprofit forum that enables entrepreneurs of all stages, ages, and interests to meet and share ideas that inspire the entrepreneurial spirit. Energetic, innovative, and ambitious, the conference is unique in that it allows anyone to host a session, each capped at 25 attendees, anywhere in Austin. RISE is looking for entrepreneurs and innovators to be part of the new Multicultural Entrepreneurs Series. This is a great … [Read more...]

From the Publisher: Super Bowl Weekend

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What are you doing this weekend? Chances are it will have something to do with the Super Bowl. Even if you are not a fan, somehow the spectacle will reach out and suck you in. Your email, cell phone or facebook has been littered with invites, e-vites and requests for you to join someone’s ultimate Super Bowl party. I’ll admit not watching any of the traditional hype leading up to the game, so I honestly can’t tell you what number we are on. I know it’s in the 40s and it should be … [Read more...]

Learning Fair stresses the value of bilingual education

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Hispanic students account for approximately half of the Austin Independent School District (AISD) population, and about half of these students are English Language Learners (ELLs) that come from Spanish-speaking households. "As the fastest growing population in AISD, it is important that we help them succeed," said Sylvia Acevedo, event founder, former rocket scientist, ex-Dell executive, and CEO of Communicard. It is important to stress the value of getting an advanced education and … [Read more...]

Aim High: Extraordinary Stories of Hispanic and Latina Women

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Book review by Vicky Garza The Austin Times Staff In her new book, Aim High: Extraordinary Stories of Hispanic & Latina Women, Laura Contreras-Rowe presents the challenge “Why be average when you can be extraordinary?” Contreras-Rowe is no stranger to adversity. She went from living in a small 2-bedroom trailer home in her grandparents’ backyard to becoming a successful author, motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. She challenges everyone to be whoever they want to be in life … [Read more...]

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