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July 2009

Brave toddler loses battle with genetic disease

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

Cooper Reid Wilson, 2, lost his long battle with GM1 Gangliosidosis, a fatal genetic disease, on July 8, just 11 days after his birthday.

Work on new city entryway sign nears completion

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

Workers are continuing to construct a new entrance sign for West Lake Hills at the intersection of Redbud Trail and Westlake Drive.

WHS graduate lands internship with one of nation’s top think tanks

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

Amy Potter, a 2005 graduate of Westlake High School,  is participating in a 10-week college internship program at The Heritage Foundation, one of America’s leading public policy think tanks.

Laura Bush Community Library to open Sunday

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen | 7

Westbank Community Library new branch manager Lisa Charbonnet beamed with pride as she prepared for the grand opening ceremony of the facility Sunday at 2 p.m. and an appearance by its namesake, former first lady Laura Bush.

Branch manager credits Fox for bringing vision to reality

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

As a Westbank resident for almost 20 years, I’m thrilled about Laura’s Library; as a librarian, I’m proud of this fantastic new facility and the opportunity to extend our great service; as the branch manager I think I’m one of the luckiest people on the planet.

City officials mull sales tax dip for budget

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

City officials in West Lake Hills are concerned about declining sales tax revenue as they begin considering the upcoming budget.

Volunteers keep Wild Basin a local gem

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 | Ed Allen

Wild Basin Wilderness Preserve was founded in 1974 by a group of seven visionary women who wanted to protect 227 acres of Texas Hill Country.

Volleyball: Barrett continues Chap summer tradition

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 | Jason Jarrett

Standout players? Yep. Stellar coaching? Certainly.

Girls basketball: Durbin to make all-star appearance

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 | Jason Jarrett

For the first time in six seasons, the Texas Girls Coaches Association all-star basketball game will have a Chaparral flair.

Eanes school board takes no formal action on requests for investigation

Friday, July 10, 2009 | Ed Allen | 7

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