Texas Institute of Letters Honors Chronicle Arts Editor Robert Faires

Longtime writer and critic one of 17 inducted in TIL

"...The expression “man of letters” has somewhat fallen out of fashion, but we think..."

Jan. 30, 2019 Arts Post by Kimberley Jones

Writers on Chronicle Music Editor Raoul Hernandez as He Leaves His Post

The retiring editor left deep imprints on all who wrote for him

"...last 27 years, Raoul Hernandez has overseen The Austin Chronicle's music coverage. A conservative estimate would indicate that he's..."

July 23, 2021 Music Feature by Kevin Curtin

Letters to the Editor: Classic Cuts

35 years of "keeping it weird"

"...For this special anniversary issue, we've gathered letters from over the years that embody the voice of..."

Sept. 2, 2016 Features Feature by Danielle White

Letters at 3AM: A Long Goodbye

In the first of four parting columns, Michael Ventura announces his decision to end his bieweekly column

"...this one is. Rather, I've thought of it as letters to somebody who matters. There's no point to this..."

Oct. 3, 2014 Column by Michael Ventura

Page Two: Free to Be You and Me

'Chronicle' letter-writers and the editors who love them: a field guide

"..."Would you like to know a secret, just between you and me..."

Aug. 3, 2007 Column by Louis Black

Letters at 20 Years

Some "Postmarks" writers just don't know when to quit … god bless 'em.

"...There aren't too many of my co-workers who will admit it, but..."

Sept. 7, 2001 Features Feature by Lee Nichols

The House Adjourns to Oklahoma

The House Dems may be losing the legislative wars, but they're finally winning the PR battle.

"...before once again it will be safe for Austinites to visit the Capitol in daylight...."

May 16, 2003 News Column by Michael King

Is the 'Chronicle' Concerned?

"...Dear Editor, I am worried about the Chronicle's lack of support..."

Feb. 25, 2008 Postmarks

Motorists vs. Bikers Letters Tedious

"...Dear Editor, The letters to the editor are one of my..."

June 27, 2010 Postmarks

Top 9 Letters of 2009

"...year. In the name of fun we've chosen nine letters from the calendar year '09 that readers may find..."

Jan. 1, 2010 Features Feature by Mark Fagan

Questions 'Chronicle's Letter Policy

"...Dear Editor, A decade or so ago, I was a regular..."

May 9, 2006 Postmarks

‘Austin Chronicle’ Nominated for AAN Awards

Nods for breaking news, public service, and film criticism

"...The Association of Alternative Newsmedia announced today its 2013 AAN Awards Finalists, including three nominations for..."

May 22, 2013 News Post

'Chronicle' Shines a Beacon of Truth

"...Dear Editor, I share Max Gallegos' alarm [“Postmarks,” Feb. 24] over..."

Feb. 27, 2012 Postmarks

Letters at 20 Years

Some 'Postmarks' Writers Just Don't Know When to Quit … God Bless 'Em

"...say about Paul Aviña: One, he always has something to say, as "Postmarks" readers very well know. Two, he's..."

Sept. 7, 2001 Features Feature by Belinda Acosta

It's a Citizen's Duty to Stay Informed

"...the Internet and PCs, a small minority of Austin Chronicle readers certainly, will miss out on letters to the..."

Aug. 18, 2003 Postmarks

'Chronicle' Fan!

"...Aug. 1 "Page Two" column deconstructing the misadventures of Tom DeLay and his attempts to "Perrymander" the district lines..."

Aug. 12, 2003 Postmarks

We Have an Issue: Hats Off to a Maestro

Farewell to Arts Editor Robert Faires

"...In this week's issue, Arts Editor Robert Faires issues "Last Bow of an Accidental Critic,"..."

Sept. 24, 2021 Column by Kimberley Jones

The 'Chronicle' Should Be More Careful

"...Dear Editor, I am boggled by Michael King's response to a..."

Feb. 11, 2004 Postmarks

Painful Splits Along the Way to Stopping Sexual Assault in and Around Austin

Different approaches to accountability lead to rifts throughout the county

"...In the quest to find justice for local rape survivors, advocate Ana Rodriguez..."

March 15, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

12th Annual 'Austin Chronicle' Short Story Contest

The winners and the judges

"...about a quarter of the 500 submissions The Austin Chronicle received for its 12th annual Short Story Contest were..."

Feb. 13, 2004 Books Feature by Shawn Badgley

In His Own Words: Standiford Brags of Spineless, Gutless Insults and Rhetoric With Little-to-No Regard for the Truth and Facts Claiming Pompous Delusions of Grandeur and a Groundless Superiority Complex. How Can Anyone Argue?

"...Editor, OK, who loosened Mike Luther's restraining straps ["Postmarks," Jan...."

Jan. 7, 2004 Postmarks

Capitol Chronicle

Despite John Cornyn's jokes and the end of the Ruiz suit, Texas prisons still need reform.

"...During the state Republican convention, Attorney General and U.S. Senate candidate John Cornyn was joking..."

June 21, 2002 News Column by Michael King

From Heaven to the Springs

'Nightswim' moves Barton Springs from history to literature

"...Naked City paid a visit to Barton Springs on Congress Saturday night – or at..."

Oct. 15, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

Legends of Texas Letters Reflect on 'The Gay Place'

ACC's Carnival ah! hosts a Billy Lee Brammer retrospective

"...publication of Billy Lee Brammer's The Gay Place, the Chronicle's own Michael Ventura wrote this: "It is still the..."

March 31, 2009 Books Post by Kimberley Jones

Foretelling the Death of the 'Chronicle' and the Demise of Black

"...asshole ... I mean "sweetie." It was about the tone of your entire paper, the letters section specifically. It..."

Aug. 17, 2006 Postmarks

'Chronicle' Stupid

"...Dear Editor, Instead of stating that your "Postmarks" section is updated..."

Oct. 28, 2004 Postmarks

'Chronicle' Ignored Great Artists Honored by the Grammys

"...Dear Editor, The day after the Grammy Awards, it is worth..."

Feb. 12, 2008 Postmarks

'Chronicle' Ad Looks Like Editorial

"...Dear Editor, While reading the latest Chronicle [June 8], I came..."

June 8, 2007 Postmarks

Letter Writer Sad But 'Chronicle' Sadder

"...Dear Editor, I was truly amazed when I opened my Chronicle..."

July 23, 2007 Postmarks

To 'Chronicle' Staff: Shut Up When It's Not Your Turn

"...Dear Editor, I've noticed a trend over the past year or..."

April 21, 2006 Postmarks

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