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Deadline to register to vote fast approaching

By AustinTalks | February 14, 2014

Feb. 18 is the cut-off for the March 18 primary. This year, some 17-year-olds will be able to participate because of a new state law.

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Local voters will get chance to weigh in on school board selection

By Reema Amin | November 6, 2012

In many precincts across Austin, voters will be asked if Chicago should have an elected school board.

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