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29th Ward

Multiple challengers file to run against Alds. Taliaferro and Mitts in February

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | November 29, 2022

Incumbents Chris Taliaferro and Emma Mitts could face up to three contenders on the Feb. 28th ballot, depending on whether objections are filed and how election officials rule. Several candidates also filed to run for the newly created 15th and 25th Police District Councils.

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Austin running club wants to empower Blacks to be active

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | November 20, 2022

Anyone interested in running can join CARA’S Austin Running Crew, which meets every Thursday at 5 p.m. for most of the year. The last run of the season was last week, but the group will begin again in February.

Ald. Emma Mitts

Chicago Avenue’s “Soul City Corridor” construction begins

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | November 17, 2022

Ald. Emma Mitts, Mayor Lori Lightfoot and other city officials attended the groundbreaking ceremony held this week – on the three-year anniversary of the city’s INVEST South/West plan.

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Blues legend Larry Taylor’s quest to revive the blues on Chicago’s West Side

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | November 10, 2022

With a musical career spanning several decades, Taylor wants to “bring the blues back to his community.” That’s what music is all about – bringing people together, he says.

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City seeks input from residents about permanent public art in Austin

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | November 3, 2022

After hearing from residents, the artist-led Public Art Reimagining Tour with You (PARTY) is sharing six proposals under consideration.

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There’s plenty for Austin youth to do: Check out these activities

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | November 1, 2022

At this month’s 15th Police District youth meeting, community groups shared safe spaces and mentoring opportunities for youth.

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Chicago artists want your help turning Austin’s plastic waste into public benches

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | October 14, 2022

Two Austin-based art organizations offer paid opportunities to residents who pick up trash and help transform it into functional art pieces. Stop by an event Saturday to learn how to make functional plastic objects.

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‘Telling stories that need to be told’ part of monthly reading series in Austin

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | October 9, 2022

A group of West Side writers wants to create more spaces for the community to explore literary arts. Join the Front Porch Alliance Arts Center the third Sunday of each month to learn more.

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West Side credit union likely to be a division of Great Lakes Credit Union

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | October 2, 2022

A memorandum of understanding has been signed that will allow the Leaders Network to open a branch on the West Side. The faith leaders group is still seeking donations.

29th Ward

29th Ward seeks residents’ ideas on what to fund in neighborhood

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | September 15, 2022

Saturday is the deadline for residents to submit their ideas about which projects they want to be considered for funding through participatory budgeting.

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