SXSW Comedy: The New Negroes with Baron Vaughn and Open Mike Eagle

Music and socially conscious stand-up made for a powerful mix

"...Sunday night, comedian/actor Baron Vaughn and rapper Open Mike Eagle hosted a live showcase to preview their upcoming..."

March 11, 2019 SXSW Post by Ashley Moreno

Twisting in the Wind

Austin Energy is trying to find the right price for renewable energy – but that's much easier said than done

"...the news as an opportunity to dismiss green power, Mike Sloan of local watchdog website PowerSmack.org – a nonprofit..."

Aug. 21, 2009 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

AE's Coal Conundrum

Energy planners and the fight over Fayette

"...the Electric Utility Com­mis­sion meeting along with energy consultant Mike Sloan, who served on the task force, and former..."

Nov. 20, 2009 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Winds of Change

As electric industry restructuring opens utilities up to competition, some, including Austin's municipally-owned utility, are looking to renewable energy sources to win customers and meet the requirements of a 1999 law.

"...Renewable energy consultant Mike Sloan is a typically cheery soul who sees no..."

April 21, 2000 News Feature by Kevin Fullerton

Brad's Status

Ben Stiller shines in this character study

"...Directed by: Mike White. Starring: Ben Stiller, Jenna Fischer, Austin Abrams, Luke..."

Sept. 22, 2017 Movie Review by Marc Savlov

Why Has Austin's Solar Program Stalled?

Activists think the city has put sun power in the shade

"...first goal even if they want to. Solar Austin's Mike Sloan, founder of local renewable energy consulting firm Virtus..."

Sept. 30, 2005 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Cool Cities: AE Task Force

Austin Energy moves one step closer to a generation plan

"...generation," like rooftop solar and similar initiatives. Energy consultant Mike Sloan cast the lone vote for Scenario No. 1,..."

Nov. 13, 2009 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...wind leader for 25 years. Austin-based renewable energy consultant Mike Sloan said the announcement shows that wind power makes..."

Aug. 4, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

Thanks to soaring energy prices, wind energy is becoming cheaper than that fueled by natural gas and other fossil.fuels.

"...for gas are filled and the price settles down. Mike Sloan of Virtus Energy Research Associates confirms that wind..."

Oct. 13, 2000 News Feature by Kevin Fullerton

Eco-Currents: Talking Trash and Raising the Roof

Anti-litter campaign aims to clean up Austin creeks

"...Local renewable power advocates Mike Sloan and Robin Rather say that Austin Energy should..."

Oct. 15, 2010 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Then There's This: Faith and the Environment

Interfaith leaders push for more renewables in city's generation plan

"...Organization to Save Energy – and solar professional/outspoken activist Mike Sloan...."

April 4, 2014 News Column by Amy Smith

AE Finalists: California Dreamin'

Greens question the need for Golden Staters

"...efficiency and renewable initiatives. Plus, as local energy consultant Mike Sloan points out, "Texas is dramatically different than Cali­fornia,"..."

June 25, 2010 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

What You're Paying For

A bill comparison between GreenChoicers and nonsubscribers

"...Energy consultant Mike Sloan argues that GreenChoicers should only pay a portion..."

Aug. 21, 2009 News Feature by Nora Ankrum

Biomass: A Question of Wood, Not Could

Council will vote this week on a proposed wood-waste-fueled power plant, but just because it's carbon-neutral doesn't mean it's perfect

"...have higher expectations for Austin," said local renewable-energy consultant Mike Sloan. "I'd like to see Austin wean itself off..."

Aug. 22, 2008 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

PUC Gathering the Western Wind

A new source for electricity is on the wind

"...step forward," said Austin-based energy consultant and wind expert Mike Sloan. "On the other hand, established coal and natural..."

Aug. 1, 2008 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

The New Negroes Showcases the Full Range of African-American Comedy at SXSW

At the stand-up show hosted by Baron Vaughn and Open Mike Eagle, black laughs matter

"...he acquired a partner in the project, rapper Open Mike Eagle, who infused the shows with music and poetry...."

March 8, 2019 Arts Feature by Robert Faires

Then There's This: Excuse My Biomass

Revisiting the city's decision to hook up with a chip-burning plant

"...were going to go up," said renewable energy consultant Mike Sloan. "By the time City Council approved the contract,..."

April 6, 2012 News Column by Amy Smith

Naked City

News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...really fixing either issue." At press time, energy consultant Mike Sloan – who said that "Austin's cheapest sources" of..."

Sept. 25, 2009 News Feature

Energy Drain: Wrangle Over Renewables

Greens uneasy about energy task force

"...that could delay if not veto clean-energy investments," said Mike Sloan, president of a renewable energy consulting firm and..."

May 15, 2009 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Energy Efficiency Awakening at Capitol

Mindful of predictions that state's energy reserve margins will fall short by 2008, Legislators question whether new coal plants are a logical response, file energy-efficiency bills

"...report also calls for more on-site renewable energy generation. Mike Sloan, a local energy consultant and report co-author, said..."

March 16, 2007 News Feature by Daniel Mottola

Austin Election Ticker: The Endorsements Begin

Delia Garza’s Twitter tangle, Central Labor Council likes, and more

"...3), Sally Hernandez (Sheriff), David Wahlberg (167th District Court), Mike Siegel (Con­gressional District 10), Heidi Sloan (CD 25), and..."

Jan. 17, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Primary Election 2020 (Super Tuesday) Watch Parties

"...Congressional candidate Heidi Sloan addresses supporters at Sahara Lounge..."

March 4, 2020 Photo Gallery

March 2020 Election Ticker

Noises from the primary

"...Heidi Sloan, candidate for the Democratic congressional nomination in TX-25 (San..."

Nov. 29, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Long Lines and Close Races Defined Super Tuesday in Travis County

The votes are in!

"...as ongoing run-off race coverage online and in print. – Mike Clark-Madison U.S. President..."

March 6, 2020 News Feature by the News Staff

How the Democratic Primaries Could Affect Down-Ballot Races in Austin

See what happens when the circus is in town

"...pack in Travis County even before his Nevada surge), Mike Bloomberg pushes to translate his unprecedented campaign spending into..."

Feb. 28, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Election Ticker: The March Toward March 3

Campaign finance numbers set Senate and congressional candidates ahead, leave others in the dust

"...and Shannon Hutcheson each at about $450,000 COH and Mike Siegel trailing at $150,000 COH. (Not reflected on the..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

What You Need to Know About U.S. Senate and House Races in Texas

Early voting in Texas starts Feb. 18, 2020. Here's the view from atop your Texas primary ballot.

"...Michael McCaul, was put in play by Democratic challenger Mike Siegel in 2018, when he reduced what had been..."

Dec. 6, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

The Intergalactic Nemesis: Twin Infinity

'The Intergalactic Nemesis: Twin Infinity,' the third installment in Salvage Vanguard Theater's retro radio serial, is the only conclusion to a space opera trilogy you need this summer.

"...As if it weren't enough that ace reporter Molly Sloan has saved the world – World?! Get me Rewrite:..."

June 24, 2005 Arts Review by Robert Faires

When Is a Threat Not a Threat?

"...If Lee Sloan gets taken to court any time soon, he presumes..."

May 10, 2002 News Feature

Election Ticker: Marching Toward 2020

The latest from the local campaign trails

"...congressional races also have endorsement news. In TX-10, the Mike Siegel campaign announced the support of the climate activist..."

Dec. 20, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

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