Austin Current
Austin firefighters’ new president on healing ties with City Hall
Austin Firefighters’ Association leader David Girouard discusses the union’s $63M contract, staffing and repairing relations with the city after turbulent year.
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7mWebb PTA asks TEA to investigate disputed petition to close school
Hundreds of Burnet and Webb parents signed petitions to close their children’s schools to avoid a district takeover, but some parents say they were pressured.
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8mAustin ISD’s District 9 race puts three different visions on the ballot
A former teacher, an education attorney and a retiree explain their priorities for the district.
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6mFormer AISD student, PTA leader run for Austin ISD’s southwest District 7 school board seat
A state representative’s staffer and a longtime parent advocate outline their plans for Austin ISD amid budget, state takeover concerns.
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7mWho will represent South Austin on the Austin ISD board? Meet the District 6 candidates
Three hopefuls are competing to lead the South Austin district bringing a variety of experience, including parent advocacy and policy and education expertise.
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8mThree candidates compete for Austin ISD District 4 board seat
Business, legal and advocacy experience shape the candidates' plans for a district facing budget cuts and state scrutiny.