BLACK AUSTIN FOR BLACK LIVES March/ Rally for Black Lives and Freedom WHAT: Rally and March WHO: Austin Justice Coalition, So We Dream, Jump On It, Something At The Park, East Austin community members WHEN: Sunday, June 7, 2020 | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM WHERE: Huston-Tillotson University, End: StateContinue Reading
Due to the coronavirus, and its potential impact on our community we have postponed the TOP Ten Super Lawyers Awards ceremony scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2020. We are following the guidance set forth by the the city of Austin and look forward to seeing you all, hopefully inContinue Reading
Austin Mayor Steve Adler and Travis County Judge Sarah Eckhardt today announced a Public Health Order requiring individuals to remain in place at home or place of residence, with exceptions for essential work and activities. When conducting an allowed activity, people must maintain at least 6 feet of social distancing.Continue Reading
SXSW, the annual tech, music, and film meetup held in downtown Austin, is the latest major conference to be canceled due to the coronavirus outbreak, and just one week before it was slated to start. It is the first time in the event’s 34-year history that it’s been canceled. TheContinue Reading
AUSTIN, Texas — A patient in Austin is being tested for coronavirus, according to Austin Public Health. Dr. Mark Escott, Medical Director for Austin Public Health, says the patient is sick and has a travel history “consistent” with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines for testing. APH has requestedContinue Reading
Join Central Texas TOP African American Lawyers for an evening of recognition and celebration as we host a reception in their honor. Thursday, March 26, 2020 at Huston Tillotson University, Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. 1023 Springdale Rd, Bldg. 12, Ste. A As we celebrate the 2020 Black Business JournalContinue Reading
Looking for a way to spend MLK day and support East Austin rich and vibrant African American culture. The MLK Community March kicks off on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 9 a.m.with a short program at the MLK Statue on the University of Texas campus. At the conclusion of the programContinue Reading
Achievements in Black Austin, Vol II is hot of the presses. Inside this print edition you will find nearly 300 stories triumph and determination. This full color paperback is a virtual “Who’s Who” of African American success in Central Texas. Anita C Roberts, Publisher & Editor-in-Chief, explains, “Austin is aContinue Reading
Austin Black Business Journal announced the names of its 2019 TOP Ten Young Professional honorees. These inspiring young leaders will be celebrated at a reception in their honor Saturday, November 23, 2019, 6p.m. at J.W. Marriott, 110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Presented annually, the TOP Ten Young ProfessionalsContinue Reading
Black Business Journal announced the names of its 2019 TOP Ten Diversity Champion honorees. These trailblazers will be celebrated at a reception in their honor Saturday, November 23, 2019, 6p.m. at J.W. Marriott, 110 E 2nd St, Austin, TX 78701 Presented annually, the TOP 10 Diversity Champions recognizes ten executiveContinue Reading