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We knew that local tennis star Andy Roddick kept himself in good shape, but we were still taken aback when we first came across this cover photo on the latest issue of Men's Fitness: the Austin Java fan and budding philanthropist looks like he's fixin' to hulk out of his burnt orange tee. Said bulging biceps turned out to be yet another case of crafty airbrush work, as ABC News points out in their Doctored...

Happy Holidays! Chances are, you're reading this the day after Christmas, back at your day job after all-too-short a holiday, and the last thing you want from us is stuff about the holidays. But that's just too bad. Because, see, here in the Ist-A-Verse, we do things ahead of time. It might be December 26 for you, but that's what you get for not checking your Favorite Local Blog on Christmas Eve. Austinist is...

Andy Roddick, the world’s sixth-ranked men’s tennis player and part-time Austin resident, was in town last weekend for his Second Annual Andy Roddick Foundation Charity Gala. Founded in 2001, the Andy Roddick Foundation raises money to benefit organizations that aid in the development of at-risk children and families, including those that have been abused, abandoned and neglected. The Foundation’s goal is to improve the quality of life and enhance educational and economic opportunities for all...

Part-time Austin resident Andy Roddick is out early at the French Open. Again. The native Nebraskan had to withdraw from his match with the unseeded Alberto Martin after one game in the third set due to a jacked-up ankle. (6-4. 7-5. 1-0) This marks the third time in five years that Roddick has not made it out of the first round at Roland Garros.

President Bush recently added three high-profile Austinites to the President's Council on Physical Fitness and Sports, according to the Austin Business Journal: Paul Carrozza, founder of Run-Tex Susan Dell, uber-philanthropist and ironman (ironwoman?) athlete Andy Roddick, Austin Java-loitering tennis champ The members of the council will serve a two-year term, during which they're expected to advise the president on all matters concerning "physical fitness, physical activity and sports activities." Quoth Mrs. Dell, in a press...

We went to Carnaval. And loved it. SXSW full list of bands and movies updated. Cat Power backs out of SXSW and cancels tour. Ausitn art goes green. Tired of run-of-the-mill valentine's day activities? We got you covered. We reviewed the new documentary The Outdoorsmen: Blood, Sweat and Beers. And laughed our asses off. For about $600 in fees, your band can play a showcase at Waterloo Records during SXSW. The week in interviews:...

Austin Java regular and local starlet (though we've yet to spot him in town) Andy Roddick has reportedly split from his current coach, former Olympic team assistant coach Dean Goldfine, switching over to big brother Johnny. What would otherwise be a normal business maneuver is somewhat clouded by the fact this makes it the fourth coach that Andy's had in the last three years.

So, like, you guys, guess WHAT? Tara Reid is totally in Austin right now! OMG! She’s like, BFF with Paris Hilton! No shit! Like, she got into town yesterday, and she’s just chillin’ with some of her girlfriends for a while. Yeah, like, she was hanging out at Six last night. Seriously! Our friend Aimee’s ex-boyfriend Brad like, TOTALLY tried to hit on her. He is such a tool. OMG y’all, maybe she’ll like,...

George W. Bush: aka Dubya, President of the United States, dumbass Owen Wilson: aka The Butterscotch Stallion, screenwriter, asslicker, and Movie Star Wes Anderson: writer/director of the best films ever(Bottle Rocket, Rushmore, etc), wears cool glasses Sandra Bullock: aka Mrs. Jesse James, producer, movie star, nice gal Matthew McConaughey: bongo player, weed smoker, movie star, hunk Marcia Gay Harden: character actress, Oscar winner Benjamin McKenzie: stud, lead actor of the O.C. Molly Ivins: whip-smart...

Part-time Austin resident Andy Roddick is America’s Lone Star remaining at Wimbledon. Roddick, the #2 seed, defeated #15 Guillermo Coria in straight sets (6-3, 7-6, 6-4), conserving his energy for a quarterfinal match with grass court specialist Sebastien Grosjean, a two-time semi-finalist. Roddick is on course to face his nemesis, Switzerland’s Roger Federer, in Sunday’s finals. Federer, the top-ranked player in the world, has owned Roddick over the past few years, beating him in last year's finals and in the semifinals two years ago.

Austin resident, and overall jock heartthrob, Andy Roddick exited the French Open right on cue today. For the fifth time in as many years, Roddick failed to make it to the second week at Roland Garros.

While we're on the subject of gay marriage and pop idols this week, international diva Elton "That's Sir to You" John was in town yesterday showing his support for Andy Roddick's Foundation to harvest black market organs save the children. This came only a day after announcing plans to wed longtime partner David Furnish, which we're guessing won't take place anywhere near here.