Dying Alone in Williamson County

Animal shelter conditions draw outrage and accusations

"...Allegations of neglect and cruelty are flying across Williamson County in continuing controversy over the sparkling new $3.9..."

July 6, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

What's Best for Frankie?

Williamson County wastewater deal yields the familiar odor of Commissioner Limmer

"...enclave of Norman's Crossing, south of Hutto in eastern Williamson Co., in late 2003, that a flyer arrived in..."

Sept. 15, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Endorsements

2004 General election, Nov. 2

"...Early Voting continues through Friday, October 29..."

Oct. 22, 2004 News Feature

Endorsements

The Chronicle's picks in the Nov. 2 election

"...Following are our endorsements in all contested races on the Travis Co. ballot, as well as..."

Oct. 15, 2004 News Feature

Hitting the Pavement

Building SH 130 is still being considered in terms of costs, routes, and whether it will be a toll road.

"...If you were a member of the Texas Transportation Commission, you were busy issuing Minute Order 85260, authorizing The..."

Jan. 21, 2000 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

April 13 Primary Run-off Election

"...Another month, another election here in the County That Never Stops Voting. Early voting runs through Friday,..."

April 9, 2004 News Feature

One More Time for Lugo, Canchola

Constable candidates expect a close contest in the April 13 run-off

"...In preparation for the April 13 run-off, incumbent Travis Co. Precinct 4 Constable Maria Canchola has been doing exactly..."

April 2, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Here Come the Transporters

In the endless Central Texas transportation wars, the lions and the lambs look for ways to make peace

"...two PowerPoints, two different parts of town, two different community meetings on two different transportation plans. Which are really..."

June 4, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Cedar Park, Over Ice

Southwest Sports Group's high-powered campaign to win voter approval for an ice rink/concert complex could "put Cedar Park on the map."

"...charm to win voter approval for its ice rink/amphitheatre complex. (The "Stars and Guitars" campaign is being handled by..."

Nov. 1, 2002 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

The Best-Case Scenario

After years of work, Envision Central Texas goes majorly public.

"...leaders who don't have particularly high expectations for whatever comes out of Envision Central Texas' regional vision project. You..."

Oct. 24, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Road Foes: Down, But Not Out?

Fallout continues from last week's toll-plan vote

"...The next couple of weeks will likely reveal whether the coalition opposed..."

July 23, 2004 News Feature by Kimberly Reeves

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...In the fifth inning, the score's now 2-1, Wal-Mart -- the retailer won approval from..."

Oct. 17, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...Austin is trying to punish the neighborhood by not recommending a traffic circle. … Please be assured that no..."

Jan. 26, 2007 News Feature

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from Austin and beyond

"...stopped to poop on the track." – from syndicated columnist Molly Ivins' Oct. 3 column endorsement of Democrat Chris..."

Oct. 6, 2006 News Feature

Hutto Wastewater: Is Limmer at it again?

LCRA site selection report for regional wastewater treatment plant outside Hutto transforms what might otherwise be routine battle into darker tale

"...Public comments regarding site selection for a new, regional wastewater treatment..."

Aug. 11, 2006 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Dream on, Dream Team

Democrats Fail to Convince Texas

"...Cedar Park Still Uncool..."

Nov. 8, 2002 News Feature by Jordan Smith

Naked City

"...and review teams are being sent to candidates' home communities, although Austin community groups continue to complain that the..."

May 25, 2007 News Feature

She Could Do No Wrong – Until Police Hauled Her off to Jail

Interim director of WilCo animal shelter charged with theft

"...fine dish of crow is on the menu for Williamson County officials, who consistently defended and praised the work..."

Aug. 24, 2007 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

TPJ Campaign Complaint Leads Back to WilCo

Texans for Public Justice says Chief Justice Kenneth Law has engaged in illegal fundraising practices – but that's not all

"...Public Justice announced it had filed criminal and civil complaints against Texas 3rd Court of Appeals Chief Justice Kenneth..."

Oct. 3, 2008 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Strayhorn Takes Toll on the CTRMA

Comptroller delivers scathing audit of road agency

"...On March 9, state Comptroller Carole Keeton Strayhorn took her official shot at the..."

March 18, 2005 News Feature by Michael King

Naked City

Austin Stories

"...just one of several "potential emission reduction measures" being considered by local leaders in Central Texas' attempt to forestall..."

June 20, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Headlines and happenings from around the world

"...Quote of the Week: "They think they ought to control the minds and hearts of every black in the..."

March 19, 2004 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

Naked City

Austin Stories

"...The City Council last week voted to raise the fees for Downtown..."

April 11, 2003 News Feature

Point Austin: High Tuition

As the centex toll plan moves forward, Austin becomes a reluctant stepchild

"...A CAMPO meeting broke out at City Council last week, as Brewster McCracken proposed to have the..."

March 11, 2005 News Column by Michael King

Where the (Early Action) Rubber Meets the (Clean Air) Road

Local leaders take the first steps toward real-world solutions to our air-quality problems.

"...has mostly been fought on paper. While citizens may recognize terms like "nonattainment," "O3 Flex," and "Early Action Compact,"..."

June 27, 2003 News Feature by Mike Clark-Madison

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

How Green Grows My County?

'Greenprints' aim to protect our most precious natural lands

"...relaxed raft trip along the winding bends of the Colorado River. The five-mile float showcased the 87-mile stretch of..."

Dec. 14, 2007 News Feature by Katherine Gregor

WilCo Court Fight

Suit claims commissioners gutted constable's budget after it had already been adopted, in order to transfer mental-health duties from constable's precinct to sheriff's office

"...Is Williamson Co. Constable Gary Griffin a "liability," and should the..."

July 14, 2006 News Feature by Patricia J. Ruland

Election Info

Dates, voting locations, and ballots

"...Travis County Early Voting..."

Oct. 20, 2006 News Feature

Naked City

"..."If you were confronted with someone who wished to do you harm, you..."

Nov. 9, 2007 News Feature

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