Public Notice: What a Difference a Year Makes

Election news, and your city at work

"...While we wait to see what magical new piece of Downtown land the acting city man­ager is able to..."

Nov. 10, 2017 News Column by Nick Barbaro

UPDATED: Austin Aquarium Gets the Fisheye

Owners’ checkered past raises red flags; city says no animals on site

"...UPDATE: In response to a pair of letters sent today by People for the Ethical Treatment..."

Aug. 26, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

Headlines

"...On Feb. 4, Judge John Dietz ruled in favor of the hundreds of school districts that had sued the..."

Feb. 8, 2013 News Feature

Solar Energy and a Fast Car

Big happenings this month at local animal shelters

"...local animal welfare advocates – including the acceptance tomorrow of a solar array donation by the Williamson County Texas..."

Jan. 28, 2013 News Post by Jordan Smith

We Want You … To Adopt Today!

Pet adoption specials for the holiday and beyond

"...the seams with kittens. That means there are plenty of adoption specials running through the July 4 holiday (and..."

June 29, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

Rescued Pups Ready for Adoption

Uvalde Shelter rescues ready for families

"...Forty-one dogs taken in by the Humane Society of Williamson County in connection with a large..."

April 27, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

WilCo Humane Society Takes in Animals Seized from Uvalde Shelter

Donations needed to care for medically-neglected animals

"...The Humane Society of Williamson County is partnering with the Human..."

April 13, 2012 News Post by Jordan Smith

Walking the No-Kill Tightrope

As Austin's animal welfare center moves to a new building, will the delicate balance of 'no-kill' and resources be maintained?

"...on Nov. 10 to make sure the scheduled opening of the long-awaited $12 million animal shelter on Levan­der Loop..."

Nov. 4, 2011 News Feature by Josh Rosenblatt

WilCo Humane Society Helps Bell Co Breeder Close Up Shop

This, and more animal welfare news

"...The Humane Society of Williamson County reports that its recent successes..."

Oct. 27, 2011 News Post by Jordan Smith

Updated Wildfire Relief Information

Updated Wednesday, September 7, 1:14pm

"...Austin Disaster Relief Network, a cooperative of local churches, set up hotlines and relief funds on..."

Sept. 7, 2011 News Post by Anne Harris

Humane Society of Williamson County Hosts Bowl-a-Thon

Ten pins, four paws

"...Nothing perks up a dog's ears like the sound of kibble in the bowl … ing alley?..."

July 8, 2011 Sports Post by Monica Riese

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, July 7-14

"...GIVE BLOOD The Travis County Sheriff's Office hosts a blood drive for the Blood..."

July 8, 2011 News Column

Res Publica

Citizens' calendar, Sept. 2-9

"...architects and other experts dropping knowledge about the art of building things. 7pm. Umlauf Sculpture Garden & Museum, 605..."

Sept. 3, 2010 News Feature

Austin's Animal Partnership Model: Get Engaged

Spotlighting a handful of the nearly 100 local organizations working together to save Austin's animals

"...mantra reiterated by city staff and animal welfare partnership officials, again and again, is that there's no one agency..."

April 3, 2009 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Naked City

"...Quote of the Week..."

Nov. 9, 2007 News Feature

Bards and Barks

Humane Society of Williamson County wins poetry contest; pet expo and adoption event in Georgetown this Saturday

"...shelters in the area run for cover in thunderstorms of controversy, the nonprofit Humane Society of Williamson County in..."

Oct. 18, 2007 News Post by Patricia J. Ruland

More Wilco Animal Woes

Williamson County Humane Society shuts down temporarily to contain parvo outbreak that killed five dogs

"...The Williamson County Humane Society in Leander shut down July 6-10..."

July 13, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Dying Alone in Williamson County

Animal shelter conditions draw outrage and accusations

"...Allegations of neglect and cruelty are flying across Williamson County in..."

July 6, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Melanie Sobel's Letter

Former Williamson Co. animal shelter director Melanie Sobel's open letter defending her record and recounting her experiences with Williamson Co. government

"...Melanie Sobel on the Williamson Co. Animal Shelter Controversy..."

July 6, 2007 News Feature

Trouble in Puppy Paradise

No money budgeted for pet food, vaccinations, and other basic items at new Williamson County animal shelter

"...If Old Mother Hubbard worked for the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, would the Commissioners Court make..."

June 15, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Naked City

"...Quote of the Week "I knew we had a speaker. I..."

June 1, 2007 News Feature

Holiday Wish Lists 2006

Give 'til it helps: Part 1

"...holiday folderol, tripping the trails – and neighborhoods – of lights fantastic, schlucking down nog, and scarfin' down the..."

Dec. 15, 2006 Features Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week "I don't think that matters one twit..."

Nov. 3, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Quote of the Week "I don't think we have racial bias..."

June 30, 2006 News Feature

Home From Home

Austin opens arms to New Orleans 'guests,' longing to return

"...days after a helicopter plucked them from the balcony of their New Orleans apartment, Lester Sampson and Irma Louis..."

Sept. 9, 2005 News Feature by Amy Smith

Holiday Wish Lists 2004

Presents for Public Service

"...Thank you, God, for delivering us from the maw of death at the hands of _____________ . (You may..."

Nov. 26, 2004 Features Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...I urge any sane Austinite that likes what's left of this once unique city to send similar comments to..."

July 26, 2002 Column

Naked City

"...likeness will take its place on the south side of the rotunda next to that of Ann Richards, who..."

Jan. 4, 2002 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Postmarks

Readers sound off on a variety of touchy subjects: politicos, abandoned kittens, even the brachiation of apes.

"...are equally misleading. I am appalled at the use of sensationally edited, seemingly incendiary observations, out of context, which..."

June 15, 2001 Column

Public Notice

We Want You 2

"...This is an updated list of a similar column we printed this past spring. The..."

Aug. 15, 1997 Column by Kate X Messer

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