Summer is coming to an end …
At least for folks at the Texas Legislature… Governor Abbott has filed the official proclamation calling for the special session to begin Tuesday, July 18th at 10am. Which team are you on–#TeamSunsetandSineDie or #Team20for20? To read more…
Raising Texas Teachers
Charles Butt, chairman and CEO of HEB Grocery Co., has once again demonstrated his commitment to public education in Texas by pledging $50 million to the Raising Texas Teachers scholarship fund. College students at 10 Texas schools will be eligible for scholarships of $8,000 per year to help them pursue teaching as a career. To read more…
Redistricting heats up, again.
Monday, the Texas redistricting case began in San Antonio before a panel of three federal judges who will decide whether the state intentionally discriminated against black and Hispanic voters when drawing House and Congressional districts. The trial will last all week, concluding Friday or Saturday. To read more…
Only in Austin…
Geraldine’s, named for the infamous guinea fowl that once roamed Rainey Street, is located at the bottom of the posh Hotel Van Zandt. Visitors may enjoy live music, the rooftop lounge, and private cabanas with outdoor seating. It’s the perfect place to spend a summer evening without too much of the Austin heat. To read more…