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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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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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Austin’s Taste of Chicago, Soul City Blues festival a success

By Francia Garcia Hernandez | June 14, 2022

At least 4,000 people gathered in Austin Saturday to enjoy music, food and family fun along the Soul City Corridor along Chicago Avenue.

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Austin to receive artist in residence under new city program

By Zach Cunning | November 15, 2020

Antonia “Toni” Ruppert, an Austin native, has been selected as the neighborhood’s artist in residence. The new city program, under INVEST South/West, will place artists in four communities throughout the city.

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