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Waco company rents out spouses to help with chores
Do you ever wish you had another husband or wife to help pick up the slack on household chores? A new company in Waco has the answer for that. It's called "Occasional Spouse" and no, it's not some new reality show about bored housewives or husbands. Christy Ogle, her husband and a friend "rent out" spouses who enjoy doing things you don't have time for, ...
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Hockeys popularity growing in Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) - For many in Texas, ice isn't a common sight, unless its in a drink or a sno cone. But those in the know say interest in hockey is growing, even here in Austin. At the Chaparrel Ice Arena in North Austin Wednesday, hockey enthusiasts were busy slashing their way around the rink. Many driving long distances for their precious ice time. Hockey players will tell you its the ...
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Man at center of NSA case was former Dell employee
Edward Snowden, the 29-year-old former NSA contractor who leaked details of the government's Internet- and phone-tracking programs, reportedly has done work for Round Rock-based Dell Inc.Dell Inc. spokesman Jess Blackburn on Wednesday said the company had no comment and would neither confirm or deny that Snowden has worked for the ...
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New Austin clinic expected to be hub for wellness
A new clinic for Montopolis area residents will be more than a place to receive health care services. It is envisioned to be like a community center, a place to take classes, exercise and maybe even grow a garden.The Central Health board received new details Wednesday evening on plans for what will become its largest clinic, slated to open by Oct. 1, ...
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Juneteenth statues stuck in limbo
AUSTIN (KXAN) - June 19th, also known around Texas as Juneteenth commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on this day that Union soldiers landed in Galveston bringing the news of President Lincoln's proclamation freeing slaves. But several statues constructed 14 years ago to commemorate the day are still locked up from the public. The five statues ...
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The Killers (1964) [DVD]
It isnt surprising that not one, but two suspenseful potboilers have been made from Ernest Hemingways 1927 10-page short story The Killers. Hemingways story reads like a primer for a screenwriting class assignment, leaving far more questions than it does answers by the final page. Two mysterious men walk into a lunch-counter in a small town, tie up the occupants, and declare that they are awaiting ... ...
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FBI admits drones are used for spying in U.S.
We've known the FBI has been using drones to secure the border for years. But this is the first time we've discovered that they actually use them to snoop here in the U.S. In Washington on Wednesday, FBI Director Robert Mueller admits something many privacy advocates have feared. He admitted they use drones for surveillance here in the states. Mueller does say they rarely use them ...
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Brother of hit-and-run victim pleads for driver to come forward
A man pleads for help as his brother remains in a local hospital following a serious accident this weekend. Jay Brown, of Austin, says someone hit his brother who was riding motorcycle and then left the scene. Bart Brown continues to recover at UMC Brackenridge following the accident. His family supplied this photo and tells FOX 7 he received serious injuries to his leg and will require ...
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Washington shuffles the lineup deck again
Email ARLINGTON -- The Rangers had yet another lineup change. Nelson Cruz was bumped up to third in the order on Wednesday, switching spots with Lance Berkman in the fifth spot. Cruz hasn't hit third since 2010, when he appeared there seven times. He's 11-for-31 with a home run, four doubles and two RBIs for his career hitting third. "I'm pretty nervous; it's tough to ...
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Moreland to work out with Rangers on Thursday
Email ARLINGTON -- Mitch Moreland will return to the Rangers following three rehab games with Double-A Frisco. Moreland can't be activated off the disabled list until Friday, but he'll work out with the club before its day game against the Athletics on Thursday. The Rangers will face the Cardinals for a three-game series at Busch Stadium after Moreland's return. With the absence ...
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Woman dog attacked by swarm of bees North Austin
AUSTIN (KXAN) - A woman was recovering Wednesday after she was attacked by a swarm of bees in North Austin. The attack happened near the intersection of Singletree Avenue and Lamplight Village. The woman heard her dog barking in a frenzy and ran outside and saw a swarm of Africanized bees attacking the dog. In an effort to try and help the dog, the woman was also stung. She was taken to the ...