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Mark Richardson is a multimedia journalist, editor and writer who has worked in digital, print and broadcast media for three decades. He is a nationally recognized editor and reporter who has covered government, politics and the environment. A journalism graduate from the University of Texas at Austin, he was recently awarded a Foundation for Investigative Journalism grant and has three Associated Press Managing Editors awards for excellence in reporting.
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City opens hotline for SXSW information
Monday, March 16, 2015 by Mark Richardson
The city has activated a temporary hotline for media inquiries related to city operations during the South by Southwest festival and additional events, at (512) 974-9280. News media are encouraged to call this number with any questions regarding special event permitting and compliance, general public safety and other city-related issues. City public information staff will monitor the line from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. today and from 9 a.m. to 3 a.m. from Tuesday through Sunday. The city will distribute an advisory when the lines are deactivated.
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