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Stop the violence basketball game pits Austin players against Garfield Park

By AustinTalks | August 14, 2022

Thirty scholarships – ranging from $500 to $1,000 – were awarded at Sunday’s game. New Mt. Pilgrim Church beat Greater St. John Bible Church 67-64.

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Push for West Side credit union continues

By Jordyn Harrison | October 13, 2021

West Side faith and community leaders have raised $43,850 of $150,000 seed money needed to get a match from philanthropic groups. The Leaders Network is asking others to join the founders circle and commit to making a $5,000 contribution.

Community

Free lunch Friday at Greater St. John Bible Church

By AustinTalks | July 13, 2017

All are welcome for outreach and fellowship on July 14 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1256 N. Waller Ave.

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County commissioner’s “endangered population” listening tour stops in Austin

By Terry Dean | September 22, 2016

Local residents expressed frustration over the lack of resources and attention paid to the West Side. Elected officials must do more, they said.

News

A day to give thanks

By Terry Dean | November 26, 2015

Greater St. John Bible Church’s Thanksgiving dinner tradition preserves soul food heritage each year.

News

Austin business owners celebrated

By Cara Ball | February 15, 2015

Restaurant operator Charmaine Alfred and business leader Malcolm Crawford were honored last weekend.

Community

Austin church honors two local business owners Sunday

By AustinTalks | February 7, 2015

Malcolm Crawford and Charmaine Rickette will be recognized as Greater St. John Bible celebrates its pastor’s 50th birthday.

News

Christmas celebrated throughout Austin

By Cara Ball | December 24, 2014

From Bethel New Life’s annual holiday store to the toy giveaway at St. John Bible Church, the spirit is merry on the West Side.

Community

Hoops competition this weekend in Austin

By AustinTalks | December 26, 2013

The single-elimination tournament will be held at noon Saturday, Dec. 28th at Rising Sun Baptist Church. It’s sponsored by the Austin Dream Makers mentoring program, a collaboration of six West Side churches.

Community

Community peace camp set for Saturday

By AustinTalks | November 22, 2013

The free event will be held at Ella Flagg Young School, 1434 N. Parkside, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. It targets teen boys and men from 14 to 30.

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