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Community

Groups invited to future of funding workshop

By AustinTalks | March 21, 2019

Jimmy D. Lee of Goodcity will lead the workshop that will provide fundraising tips for nonprofits. It will be held 10 a.m.. to noon March 23 at the Oak Park Library.

Opinion

Stubborn politicians have gotten too comfortable

By John W. Fountain III | November 3, 2018

Columnist John W. Fountain III urges long-time elected officials to step aside and allow the next generation of leaders to tackle the hard work of improving life on the West Side.

quality of life

Austin Coming Together unveils quality of life plan

By Ian Karbal | June 5, 2018

After more than a year of work, the plan was unveiled to about 150 people at Michele Clark High School on June 2. A final draft is expected to be released in September.

Community

Final community meeting for quality-of-life plan set for Saturday

By AustinTalks | June 1, 2018

Months of work on the comprehensive plan culminates June 2 at a third and final community summit. Your feedback is needed. Austin Coming Together and LISC Chicago have been leading the efforts.

building leaders

Teens share inspiring stories, win scholarships

By Suzanne McBride | March 29, 2018

Six young people were awarded scholarships after competing in BUILD’s 8th annual public speaking contest earlier this month in Austin.

News

Mikva alum to West Side youths: Know how important you are

By Xueer Zhang | January 2, 2018

Austin native Khiry Johnson was recently named “alum of the month” by Mikva Challenge. Johnson is a stand-up comedian and motivational speaker who travels extensively. His speeches have inspired youths as well as adults across the nation.

homicide

Family, friends, neighbors mourn West Side teen killed over Labor Day weekend

By Xueer Zhang | September 15, 2017

About 150 mourners gathered at Greater St. John Bible Church earlier this week to bid farewell to 15-year-old Antwon Green, who was fatally shot Sept. 4 in North Lawndale.

Community

Free film screening in Austin

By AustinTalks | May 5, 2016

Some of the five-part documentary “The Raising of America” will be shown at 6 p.m. May 12 at Austin Town Hall, followed by discussion and a free dinner.

Community

Help envision Columbus Park’s future

By AustinTalks | September 9, 2014

The advisory council meets tonight, Sept. 9 at 6:30 p.m. in the Fieldhouse, 500 S. Central Ave.

Community

Town hall this weekend for all of Austin

By AustinTalks | September 4, 2014

The community listening meeting will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 at Greater St. John Bible Church, 1256 N. Waller Ave.

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