Inside Information and Advice for Southwest Austin

Preparing for tax season

By Yvonne Lim Wilson Friday, 26 February 2010 00:00

College tax benefits, energy credits for homeowners and credits for home buyers and car buyers are among some of the new credits and deductions created in 2009 by the federal government.

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New air-quality standards may mean penalties for Austin business, transportation

By Eric Pulsifer Friday, 29 January 2010 00:00

Proposed smog standards could result in penalties for businesses and transportation in Central Texas

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Redistricting

By Patrick Brendel Wednesday, 25 November 2009 14:25

The choices Texas residents make next spring and fall will influence government for a decade.

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Austin narrowly avoids penalties for air quality

By Eric Pulsifer Wednesday, 25 November 2009 08:53

Region makes it through ozone season in good enough shape to avoid federal penalties

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Signal to be installed at Slaughter, FM 1826

By Kelsey Wilkinson Wednesday, 25 November 2009 08:52

In November, The Texas Department of Transportation approved an option for an enhanced signal to be installed at the intersection of Slaughter lane and FM 1826 to curb traffic near Gorzycki Middle School.

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City Notes | News from recent meetings - November 2009

By Tiffany Young Wednesday, 25 November 2009 08:50

City approves ordinance banning texting while driving, Trail of Lights becomes Zilker Tree Holiday Festival

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Flu prevention

By Suzanne Haberman and Tiffany Young Wednesday, 25 November 2009 07:56

The Texas flu season typically runs from November to May, but the Texas Department of State Health Services is encouraging citizens to prepare by staying informed and taking preventative measures.

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Renamed rail service forges on to gain funding

By Kelsey Wilkinson Wednesday, 25 November 2009 00:00

This month, the Lone Star Rail District—formerly the Austin-San Antonio Commuter Rail District—announced not only its new name, but also the next steps it will take in 2010 to help complete the passenger rail project linking Georgetown and San Antonio.

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Constitutional amendments on the Nov. 3 ballot

By Patrick Brendel Friday, 23 October 2009 08:13

Texas legislators proposed 11 amendments to the Texas Constitution for voters to consider in the Nov. 3 election.

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Film festival, new legislation bring attention to Austin

By Kelsey Wilkinson Friday, 23 October 2009 08:10

The Austin Film Festival, now in its 16th year, brings some of Hollywood’s biggest names in film to Austin. It also brings the potential for Austin to become a major player in the film industry.

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