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July 2009

Trinity Episcopal welcomes new Head of School

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 | Ed Allen

Patricia Coughlin Adams recently arrived in West Lake Hills and is getting accustomed to her new duties as Trinity’s Episcopal School’s new Head of School.

Austin Water Utility seeks damages from contractor responsible for break

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 | Ed Allen | 1

Repairs have been completed on the large water main break that happened earlier this month at 2101 Walsh Tarlton Lane, and now all that’s left for the city to do is recover its losses from the responsible contractor.

Fire department officials ask Westbankers to be on heightened wildfire alert

Wednesday, July 22, 2009 | Ed Allen | 1

Westlake Fire Department officials are on heightened alert for wildland fires and are urging residents to exercise caution during the ongoing drought conditions.

Girls basketball: Durbin, South fall in all-star game

Friday, July 17, 2009 | Jason Jarrett

AUSTIN – In her final game as a prep player, Westlake’s Caroline Durbin found herself in an unfamiliar role.

Volleyball: Barrett nabs win, award at all-star game

Thursday, July 16, 2009 | Jason Jarrett | 1

In the end, Elly Barrett’s career at Westlake ended just like it began.

Swimming: For Zolno, trip to Israel more than a meet

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Jason Jarrett

With a crowd of more than 40,000 roaring in the background, David Zolno made no effort to contain his enthusiasm during Monday’s opening ceremonies of the Maccabiah Games.

Commentary: 7-on-7 a passing fancy

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Jason Jarrett | 1

Based on the records of past 7-on-7 champions, expect 2009 trophy holder Stony Point to contend for a Class 5A state title this season.

Officials visit China to broaden global learning curriculum

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen | 26

Three Eanes school district administrators recently returned from a trip to China, part of a weeklong educational tour to learn about the Chinese culture and language as a first step to expanding Chinese language programs in U.S. schools.

Motorist charged in auto fatality

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen | 4

A Travis County resident involved with a fatal collision on Bee Cave Road was charged with criminally negligent homicide, a felony, on June 24.

8 Picasso paintings, four other works of art stolen from home

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

Ruth Borinstein has been ensconced in art for most of her life.

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