The grand opening of the Joseph and Susanna Dickinson Hannig Museum will be held on March 2, Texas Independence Day, from 10 a.m. to noon at the museum, located at 411 E. Fifth St. The museum will feature stories of the women and children survivors of the Battle of the Alamo in an exhibition that will include never-before-seen items from private collections, in particular from the Esparza family, whose ancestors played a pivotal role on both sides of the Texas Revolution.

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City and AISD launch new civic leadership program

By Mary Tuma Wednesday, 17 February 2010 12:13

In September, local high school seniors will have the option to opt for a crash course in civic life. A new year-long elective class, proposed by Mayor Lee Leffingwell during his last campaign, will offer a focus on local government and hands-on experience at City Hall. Students will meet twice a week with city policy makers, participate in a mentored internship with the city and work on community projects in small groups, according to a news release.

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2010 Primary Election Guide

By Community Impact Newspaper Staff Friday, 12 February 2010 00:00

View a list of candidates running in the Democratic and Republican primaries on March 2.

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Burnet Road: 42nd to 45th streets

By Traci Rodriguez and Rebecca Nordquist Friday, 12 February 2010 00:00

This short stretch of Burnet Road is home to myriad businesses all within walking distance of each other.

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Plan for Austin Science Museum, Planetarium evolves

By Mary Tuma Wednesday, 10 February 2010 12:34

It might surprise Austinites that the city, a noted technology and culture hub, is the only one out of 50 comparable largest cities in the U.S. without a planetarium, or comprehensive science museum.

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Several hopefuls competing for SBOE 5 Democratic nomination

By Mary Tuma Friday, 05 February 2010 15:55

Four Democrats are vying for the Texas State Board of Education District 5 seat, currently held by incumbent Ken Mercer (R-San Antonio). Rebecca Bell-Metereau, Robert Bohmfalk, Daniel Boone and Josiah James Ingalls each hopes to challenge Mercer in the general election.

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Austin Board of Realtors Foundation seeks scholarship applicants

By Community Impact Newspaper Staff Wednesday, 03 February 2010 14:57

High school seniors who plan to attend school in Texas are encouraged to apply for one of 10 scholarships offered by the Austin Board of Realtors Foundation.

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