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Blaise W. Compton
Jan 19, 20194 min read
Stigma, Extensive Screening Prevent Eligible Participants from Applying for SNAP Benefits
Gabby Stewart found herself under the poverty line when her job with AmeriCorps was not paying her enough to adequately afford her meals....
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Blaise W. Compton
Jan 19, 20194 min read
City of Austin Requires Organics Diversion Plan from Austin Food Sellers
The City of Austin aims to be a zero waste city by 2040, which means that all materials that can be recycled or composted are diverted...
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Blaise W. Compton
4 min read
Stigma, Extensive Screening Prevent Eligible Participants from Applying for SNAP Benefits
Gabby Stewart found herself under the poverty line when her job with AmeriCorps was not paying her enough to adequately afford her meals....
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Blaise W. Compton
4 min read
City of Austin Requires Organics Diversion Plan from Austin Food Sellers
The City of Austin aims to be a zero waste city by 2040, which means that all materials that can be recycled or composted are diverted...
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Blaise W. Compton
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Can "Weird" Afford to Stay in Austin?
Blaise Compton, Liam Alteneder and Tinu Thomas Austin’s unique personality has always attracted big businesses and tourists. But now the...
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Blaise W. Compton
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Going Against the Rail
Even in a community that goes against the grain of society, female skateboarders struggle to find their place. “It’s like being a fish in...
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Blaise W. Compton
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Dogs Beat Record Heat
This summer the National Weather Association reported Austin shattered several all-time high temperatures. The record high heat isn’t...
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Blaise W. Compton
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The Demolition of Austin’s Beloved Graffiti Park
For years, Austinites and tourists alike have gathered at the colorful concrete labyrinth, Graffiti Park, to create and share their spray...
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Blaise W. Compton
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The World of Finsta
We have all experienced that dreaded moment when a parent or distant relative adds us as a friend on Facebook. Suddenly you can't crack...
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Blaise W. Compton
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Thought for Food #3
Seasons are shifting into winter and we have another Thought for Food for you! I’ve been compiling some of the most noteworthy stories...
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Blaise W. Compton
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Thought for Food #2
The warm weather is going away and with the changing season we have another Thought for Food for you. From instagrammable restaurants to...
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Blaise W. Compton
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Thought for Food #1
Newsletter #1 As the remarkably hot summer begins to shift into fall, I am highlighting some of the most impactful stories revolving...
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