Did SOS Matter?
The battle for Barton Springs has been a struggle over the soul of the city.
"...can be fairly said, changed history, at least temporarily. On Aug. 8, 1992, we established two truths to be..."
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Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison
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Our readers talk back.
"...In response to Scott Henson's letter in the January 11, 2002,..."
Jan. 18, 2002 Column
Making a List
Examining the prospects for Austin's lobby at the 77th Legislature
"...the city of Austin just might survive the upcoming session without serious calamity...."
Dec. 29, 2000 News Feature by Amy Smith
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We're sorry you feel that way.
"...ROAD Just Wrong..."
Oct. 6, 2000 Column
Field of Dreamers
Two dems, five gop candidates vie for district 48 race, but the seat is expected to remain Democratic.
"...Greenberg announced last fall that she would not seek re-election to her District 48 state House seat after a..."
Feb. 4, 2000 News Feature by Rob D'Amico
Corner to Corner
There's more development slated for the already-crowded RM 2222 and Loop 360 interchange.
"...traverse today's Northwest Austin back in 1866, when the Champion family first acquired 240 acres of Bull Creek bottomland..."
Sept. 10, 1999 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison
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Apathetic Is Pathetic
"...Dear Chronicle:..."
May 9, 1997 Column
Zilker Park: Paved Paradise, or Vice Versa
When is a parking lot not a parking lot? When it’s next to the beloved park.
"...On Wednesday, June 6, the Environmental Commission plans to take..."
June 1, 2018 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger
Public Notice: Ted Gordon Believes
Is it too late to fix the AISD bond package?
"..."I believe in AISD. And I believe in quality education. And I believe in equity. And I believe..."
June 23, 2017 News Column by Nick Barbaro
Naked City
"...why people should be horrified." – Democrat Chris Bell, responding to an election trivia question thrown at him during..."
Oct. 13, 2006 News Feature
The Owl, the Chicken, and the Beast of Bentonville
Environmental and community groups have come together to defend South Austin against plans for three new Wal-Mart Supercenters.
"...At the start of Tuesday's hearing on a proposed Wal-Mart at I-35 and Slaughter Lane, Zoning..."
Sept. 12, 2003 News Feature by Amy Smith
Clean Energy: Austin's Next Boom?
A Preview of Clean Energy Potential in Central Texas
"...new industry for Austin, with job-creating prowess and the economic potential of the semiconductor industry? Or is the "next..."
June 21, 2002 News Feature by Courtney Barry
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Our readers talk back.
"...In response to Nick Barbaro's January 18 "Page Two" concerning the..."
Feb. 8, 2002 Column
Austin @ Large: Austin at Large
Jesus Garza goes out on top, but not necessarily to universal acclaim.
"...As City Manager Jesus Garza officially announced his resignation at a crowded City Hall news conference on Tuesday,..."
Jan. 11, 2002 News Column by Mike Clark-Madison
Naked City
US Rep. Lloyd Doggett's request to turn acres of green space along Bull Creek into a subdivision gets postponed by the Planning Commission when city staff have more questions than Doggett can answer.
"...U.S. Rep. Lloyd Doggett had hoped to win Planning Commission approval Tuesday on a variance that would have moved..."
June 22, 2001 News Feature by Amy Smith
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A mixed salad of Green letters and more.
"...I would like to respond to your "Top 10 Political Moments" ["The Year That..."
Jan. 12, 2001 Column
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Texas Our Texas loves Texas; Neighbors for Neighbors hate strip-mining; Justin B. Andrews returns; and other delighted and dismayed letters from readers.
"...Thanks for being the first publication to print information about the Texas Our Texas Heritage..."
Sept. 17, 1999 Column
Bush vs. Bush
Clean Air: Optional or Mandatory?
"...Governor Bush rarely talks about the environment. It wasn't mentioned in his inaugural address. It wasn't..."
May 28, 1999 News Feature by Robert Bryce
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"...Dear Austin Chronicle:..."
Oct. 3, 1997 Column
Pipeline, Drought Key Issues in the Aquifer Conservation District Election
The Aquifer simmers in bottom-of-ballot race
"...The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District is not only a mouthful..."
Oct. 23, 2020 News Feature by Lina Fisher
The Daily Hustle: 12/1/10
Sunny outlook for economic incentives?
"...There’s a City Council meeting tomorrow, but it’s not one of the 100-item thumbsuckers we’re used to...."
Dec. 1, 2010 News Post by Wells Dunbar
Assessing Texas’ True Energy Needs
Chet Edwards gets the GAO involved in clean air.
"...In the ongoing, albeit slightly scaled-back rush to build new coal-fired power..."
Jan. 10, 2008 News Post by Daniel Mottola
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Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond
"...Quote of the Week "It's like former Mayor Kirk Watson is fond of saying, 'The enemy of good is..."
Oct. 20, 2006 News Feature
Naked City
Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond
"...Kennedy. Bentsen died Tuesday at age 85.Headlines• Austin music icon Clifford Antone died Tuesday. See our coverage in the..."
May 26, 2006 News Feature
Naked City
"...a progressive Democrat – I believe in protecting the environment, I believe in helping small businesses, I believe in..."
June 17, 2005 News Feature by Lee Nichols
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Rockdale Smoke Out
"...While the legal dispute simmers, the public relations battle over air pollution at Alcoa's Rockdale plant remains..."
Nov. 30, 2001 News Feature by Michael King
Flashback
What Did They Know?
"...In addition to the Smart Growth Task Force, the stricter limits..."
Aug. 13, 1999 News Column by Jenny Staff Johnson
Now or Never
"...about any local progressive, and they'll tell you that longtime Eastside activist Ron Davis deserves to win the race..."
Feb. 13, 1998 News Feature by Lisa Tozzi
Naked City
Off the Desk:
"...exactly by choice. The former city council candidate and environmental activist will teach high school biology, something she's always..."
Aug. 8, 1997 News Feature
Like a Rose
The LCRA and Mark Rose: It's a Beautiful World
"...imagine a better job for a political animal. You don't have to run for re-election. Your salary of $155,000..."
