Kirk Watson Begins His Long Goodbye

Headed to Houston, the ex-mayor and senator reflects on his legacy

"...transition from partisan player into Elder Statesman, state Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, was reflective with the local press corps..."

Feb. 18, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

Kirk Watson Resigns From Texas Senate

Headed to Houston, the ex-mayor and senator reflects on his legacy

"...transition from partisan player into Elder Statesman, state Sen. Kirk Watson, D-Austin, was reflective with the local press corps..."

Feb. 21, 2020 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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State senate districts 1 and 31 are in play before the special session

"...Eltife in District 1, and Republicans Kel Seliger and Kirk Edwards in District 31...."

Jan. 23, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

Death Watch: A Future Danger?

Texas' death chamber is only heating up

"...After two stays in 2016, Terry Edwards, 43, is scheduled to follow Chanthakoum­ma­ne to Huntsville's chamber..."

Jan. 20, 2017 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

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Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...On the other side – although John Edwards begs to differ – it's all over but the..."

Feb. 20, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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No end to elections in the west, and Ratliff scolds campaign tactics in the east

"...Ratliff, R-Mount Pleasant) and Republican Kel Seliger facing Republican Kirk Edwards in District 31 (to complete the term of..."

Jan. 30, 2004 News Feature by Michael King

Death Watch: Shuffling the Deck

Death row inmates see new execution dates

"...Terry Edwards, until recently slated for an Oct. 19 killing, saw..."

Oct. 14, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Legelines: Primary Scamper

Who's challenging who around the House and Senate?

"...County primary scene looks dull so far: With Sen. Kirk Watson deciding he'd like to stay that way, rather..."

Aug. 24, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Talking Travis: Valinda Bolton

District 47 rep fights the tax war for fire fighters

"...in the footsteps of Ladybird Johnson, she and Sen. Kirk Watson have been working on scenic billboard reforms for..."

May 14, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Texas Roundup Notes

"...– drew 4%. The threat to conservative Democrat Chet Edwards in CD 17 never materialized – he took 59%..."

Nov. 8, 2006 News Post by Lee Nichols

Conduct Unbecoming: Prosecutor Dealt Another Slap

Court finds assistant D.A. withheld evidence

"...did not believe the state's key witness, Dr. Michael Edwards, had the experience to determine that Blaney had been..."

June 11, 2010 News Feature by Jordan Smith

The Battle for the Springs: A Chronology

"...water comes from the Barton Springs Zone of the Edwards Aquifer -- the vast underground reservoir that underlies much..."

Aug. 9, 2002 News Feature

Postmarks

The Chronicle endorsements (or lack thereof) under fire.

"...When I read that you chose not to endorse Kirk Watson, I was appalled. He's the best environmental mayor..."

May 5, 2000 Column

Land of 1,000 Dramas

Venues

"...year. Past Premieres: Dickens' A Tale of Two Cities (Kirk Smith), Goin' to Georgia (Joy Cunningham), Norm L. (Aaron..."

March 12, 1999 Arts Feature

Postmarks

Our readers talk back.

"...he will be much better for East Austin than Kirk Mitchell, because Slusher knows where East Austin is...."

May 3, 2002 Column

Paramount Announces Summer Classic Film Series Lineup

See the whole schedule and get some tickets to escape the heat

"...(1957, 88min/b&w, DCP) Kirk Douglas, Ralph Meeker, and Adolphe Menjou. Directed by Stanley..."

May 16, 2017 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker

Is the D.A. Hiding Evidence?

Judge Baird wants some answers from an assistant district attorney

"...the fact that the state's key witness, Dr. Michael Edwards, exaggerated his training and lied about his professional experience..."

July 24, 2009 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...all," state Rep. Elliott Naishtat declined to take on Kirk Watson in the Democratic primary for Gonzalo Barrientos' now..."

Sept. 16, 2005 News Feature

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"...• The Barton Springs/Edwards Aquifer Conservation District is accepting input on proposed rule..."

Nov. 24, 2006 News Feature

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Headlines and Happenings from Austin and Beyond

"...City Council. Earle's press release says the candidates (including Kirk Watson, Gus Garcia, and Will Wynn) were unaware of..."

Feb. 3, 2006 News Feature

Hell Hath No Fury

Former friends become bitter foes in the Place 1 race.

"...or (b) succumbed to the influences of high-handed lobbyists. Kirk Mitchell is absolutely convinced of the latter and, even..."

May 3, 2002 News Feature by Amy Smith

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Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...daddy had worked in a mill, like VP-wannabe John Edwards. But then again, Edwards – a darling of Texas..."

July 9, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Meet Austin’s Funk Prodigy D-Madness

Blind purveyor of soul, hip-hop, and reggae takes us behind the curtain

"...thirst for untethered individuality makes soul-jazz multi-instrumentalist Rahsaan Roland Kirk, also blind, a more suitable spiritual cohort...."

July 28, 2017 Music Feature by Kahron Spearman

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News briefs from Austin, the region, and beyond

"...Austin Sen. Kirk Watson has filed a raft of state budget- and..."

Feb. 20, 2009 News Feature

Battle of the Big Box

Enviros and Southwest neighbors find a common cause: fighting Wal-Mart and its plans for a Supercenter on the aquifer

"...bargain-shopping taking place in their backyards and over the Edwards Aquifer -- showed up at Bowie High School for..."

July 11, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Wal-Mart or No, Council Defers to Endeavor's Domain

Only Daryl Slusher votes against the city's $37 million tax rebate for a North Austin "urban village."

"...The council also secured a promise from Endeavor principal Kirk Rudy and other company execs to guarantee involvement for..."

May 23, 2003 News Feature by Lauri Apple

Gasoline Alley

The proposed Longhorn Pipeline fuels debate because of its proximity to South Austin neighborhoods, schools, and Edwards Aquifer.

"...50-year-old pipeline runs underground through South Austin, over the Edwards Aquifer, and within rumbling distance of at least 17..."

Nov. 19, 1999 News Feature by Mike Jasper

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Off the Desk:

"...lasted only a few seconds." Bush press secretary Linda Edwards has also described their encounter as a "brief verbal..."

Aug. 20, 1999 News Feature

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Off the Desk:

"...the delight of many south central city residents, Mayor Kirk Watson announced Tuesday that the Ice Bats are no..."

Aug. 28, 1998 News Feature

Portraits of the Artists as FronteraFest Regulars

Why they perform year after year after year

"...this year: "The Mommy Confessions: Final Installment" (Friday, Feb. 9)Kirk German..."

Jan. 12, 2007 Arts Feature by Barry Pineo

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