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Business Now: Venues gauge patron feedback through new app

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Five University of Texas students created a new app called “Be DJ.” The app allows customers to provide feedback to music venues and restaurant owners on the music they’re hearing.

05/16/2012 08:41 AM

Business Now: Helping vets after they return home

In this "Business Now," learn about a small consulting firm teaching employers how to hire veterans.

Updated 05/14/2012 10:01 AM

Business Now: Statesman's prime location open to offers

Cox Media owns The Statesman. Officials with the company say they’re entertaining unsolicited offers for the estimated 330,000-square-foot building and 19-acre lake front property.

05/11/2012 11:43 AM

Business Now: CEOs say Texas is tops for business

Texas tops the list for the best state to do business, according to CEOs across the country. Learn more about it in this edition of Business Now.

05/09/2012 10:52 AM

Business Now: Manufacturing jobs headed to Austin

While Austin is known for its tech jobs, there are some American manufacturers opening up shop in town. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

Updated 05/07/2012 07:40 AM

Money Matters: Financial education organization quizzes people on values

A financial education organization has created an online quiz that aims to explain what motivates your financial decisions. Learn more about it in this edition of Money Matters.

Money Matters: Helpful tips can lower your weekly expenses

If you haven't gotten a raise lately, there are some ways you can boost your own bottom line buy stretching your dollars a little further. Learn more in this edition of Money Matters.

Money Matters: Tips for spending your tax refund wisely

With three out of four taxpayers expected to get a refund this year, tax experts say you should use that money to better your financial outlook in the coming year.

Money Matters: Tax paperwork deadlines can be extended

With this year's tax deadline falling on April 17 instead of April 15, there’s already been a two-day extension, but taxpayers who need more time to either file or pay have options.

Business Now: City’s solar rebate sees mixed results

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

When it comes to solar panel rebates from the City of Austin, homes are hot and commercial installations are not. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Business Now: </em></span> City’s solar rebate sees mixed results

05/04/2012 02:46 PM

Business Now: Hill Country Galleria bouncing back

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

The Hill Country Galleria had a rocky start since filing for bankruptcy in 2010. Now, the mall is 90 percent full and expected to grow. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

05/02/2012 12:02 PM

Business Now: Ranking Austin's nonprofits

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

Get the lowdown on every nonprofit in Austin. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

04/30/2012 12:17 PM

Business Now: MetroRail stop lures developers

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Learn about new development going up around a MetroRail stop in this edition of "Business Now."

04/27/2012 03:31 PM

Business Now: Website showcases Austin for F1 spectators

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Local entrepreneurs are cashing in on the upcoming U.S. Grand Prix in November. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

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04/25/2012 02:49 PM

Business Now: ACL producer aims for music venue in City Hall

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

The Austin Java in City Hall may soon be a live music venue, started up by ACL producer Terry Likona. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

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04/23/2012 11:27 AM

Pint-sized entrepreneurs turn lemons into lemonade

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

Kids put their taste buds to the test this weekend with The Best Tasting Lemonade Contest at the Austin Children's Museum.

Pint-sized entrepreneurs turn lemons into lemonade

Updated 04/23/2012 09:54 AM

Business Now: City partners with bars for noise pilot program

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

The City of Austin is piloting a program to help mitigate the noise issue even more downtown. In conjunction with Cedar Street Bar on Fourth Street, the city is investing $30,000 and the bar is matching it for a total of $60,000 to find a way to muffle the noise even more.

<span style="color:#CC0000"><em>Business Now: </em></span>City partners with bars for noise pilot program

04/20/2012 10:53 AM

Business Now: Beer brewers seek relaxed regulations

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Microbrewers face some tough rules. However, that could all change if the state’s beer brewers get their way. Find out more in this edition of “Business Now.”

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04/18/2012 11:53 AM

Foundation Communities offers free tax help

BUSINESS AND FINANCE

If you haven’t done your taxes yet and are in a bind to meet Tuesday’s deadline, you might be able to file an extension. Elliott McFadden with Foundation Communities says all you have to do is fill out Form 4868.