Austin/Travis County, TX Focus

Phonebanking for Bill White

Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. & Saturday/Sunday 12 p.m. to 7 p.m.
We are calling voters all day, everyday to tell them about Bill White. Even if you can volunteer for an hour a week, your effort can make a difference. Come by the office anytime or schedule a shift by emailing volunteeraustin@billwhitefortexas.com or giving us a call at 512-810-6790.


NEWS FROM AUSTIN:

Texas Board of Education: Plagiarism and Payback

Austin red-light camera results minimal, overhyped

Long-ago concessions by city contract negotiators delayed release of report on police shooting

An important but often ignored topic: Computer recycling

Keller could be removed from office if criminal charges brought

Burnt Orange Report's Katherine Haenschen to Lead 2010 Travis County Democratic Coordinated Campaign

Perry and Frullo to Party with Lobbyists?

Austin's Biggest Water Wasting Outlaw

Republican Supreme Court Candidate can't follow the law

Texas Court of Criminal Appeals reinstates money laundering case against Tom DeLay associates


EVENTS:

This comes from the Travis County Democratic Party:

North Shore Democrats Pot Luck Dinner
Sun May 16 4pm – Sun May 16 5pm
BlueBonnet Room Lago Vista

Don't "White Out Our History" Rally
Wed, May 19, 1:00pm – 2:30pm
1701 N Congress Austin, TX 78701 (map)

Is this who you want to decide what Texas schoolchildren learn? Or would you rather entrust that task to someone who believes public education is a "tool of perversion," as board member Cynthia Dunbar believes? Or maybe any one of the board members who believe the separation of church and state is a myth? If this is not what you want for Texas children, NOW is the critical time to take a stand. The controversial social studies curriculum process is coming to an end. Public testimony will be heard at the State Board of Education meeting on Wednesday, May 19, and we expect a vote on these standards to take place the following day. We need you to stand up to the State Board of Education by attending our rally on Wednesday, May 19. Or testifying in front of the board. Or both! Sign Up Here Questions Call Judie 322-0545

A Reception Supporting Kurt Kuhn Candidate for 3rd Court of Appeals
Thu, May 20, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
AT THE HOME OF JEANNE AND MICKEY KLEIN

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A RECEPTION SUPPORTING KURT KUHN CANDIDATE FOR JUSTICE ON THE THIRD COURT OF APPEALS Please contact Kacy Shindler at (512) 465-2162 for details

A Reception Supporting State Representative Valinda Bolton
Tue, May 25, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
At the Home of Jim and Cheryl George

For a Reception Supporting State Representative Valinda Bolton Tuesday, May 25, 2010 5:30-7:30 PM Contact Kacy Shindler at (512) 465-2162 for more details.

Northeast Travis County Democrats Meeting
TIME/DATE: May 25, 2010. 6:30pm Meet and Greet, 7:00pm Meeting starts
PLACE: Travis County Community Center, 15822 Foothill Farms Loop, Pflugerville
CONTACT: Dave Taylor at 844-1300 or mrdave9735@aol.com

Capital City Young Democrats
Wed, June 2, 6pm – 8pm
George Washington Carver Branch of the Austin Public Library, 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78722, (512) 974-1010

Capital City Young Democrats welcomes the young and the young at heart to join us for volunteering and social events. Each month, we have a regular meeting, a happy hour, and at least one social or volunteer event. We meet the first Wednesday of every month. George Washington Carver Branch of the Austin Public Library 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78722, (512) 974-1010 For more information, contact kimberlyhokanson@gmail.com

You are invited to join Northeast Travis County Democrats for their monthly meeting the last Tuesday of the month. The Community Center is located across FM 1825 from the Springhill Restaurant and behind the Lamb's Auto.

Capital Area Democratic Women Monthly Meeting
Thu Jun 10 11:30am – Thu Jun 10 1pm (Monthly at 11:30am on the second Thursday)
Monthly at 11:30am on the second Thursday

Kurt Kuhn and Austin Judicial candidates are welcome to explain the ins and outs of the Texas judicial system.

Nuevo Leon 1501 E 6th St

Networking 11:30 Lunch 12:00

Capital City Young Democrats
Wed, July 7, 6pm – 8pm
George Washington Carver Branch of the Austin Public Library, 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78722, (512) 974-1010

Capital City Young Democrats welcomes the young and the young at heart to join us for volunteering and social events. Each month, we have a regular meeting, a happy hour, and at least one social or volunteer event. We meet the first Wednesday of every month. George Washington Carver Branch of the Austin Public Library 1161 Angelina Street, Austin, TX 78722, (512) 974-1010 For more information, contact kimberlyhokanson@gmail.com


BIODIESEL IN AUSTIN AREA

Here are some biodiesel stations near Austin, TX. Biodiesel is less polluting and has a smaller carbon footprint than regular diesel, and is produced right here in the USA. Biodiesel can be used in almost any diesel engine. Up to B20 (a 20 percent blend) any diesel engine, whether car or 18 wheeler or whatever, can use it. Above B20 some older engines may have problems, but newer engines should be ok.

DieselGreen Fuels: 5217 Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, 512-247-3835. Offers B20 (good for any diesel engine) and B100 (OK for newer diesel engines). Open 9-5.

El Sol Logistics: 1114 Regal Row, Austin, TX 78748, 512-563-8142. Offers B100 (OK for newer diesel engines). Open 9-5 M-F

Oaxacan Tamaleo: 1634 Hwy 71, Cedar Creek, TX 78612, 512-289-9262. Offers B100 (OK for newer diesel engines). CLOSED MONDAYS

Ecowise: 110 W. Elizabeth St. Austin, TX 78704, 512-326-4474. Offers B100 (OK for newer diesel engines). Open M-SU 10-7PM.