John Suayan News
Austin-area Air Force Academy gymnast on individual national championship: 'I truly could not have done it without' teammates, coaches
By John Suayan | Apr 18, 2023
A Round Rock native recently helped the U.S. Air Force Academy (AFA) women’s gymnastics team gain prominence at the 2023 USA Gymnastics (USAG) Championships, earning an individual accolade of her own in the process, per a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
Watson: 'Some days I think, ‘Wow, this is the fastest 100 days I’ve ever experienced''
By John Suayan | Apr 17, 2023
Austin Mayor Kirk Watson marked his 100th day in office on Sunday.
Popovich on Spurs games at Moody Center: 'I think it’s a great arena'
By John Suayan | Apr 12, 2023
Last year, rumors churned that the San Antonio Spurs could abandon the Alamo City in favor of the City of Austin some 80 miles to the northeast.
Manor board president on Sormani as lone superintendent finalist: 'We are confident in his ability to lead with passion, integrity and knowledge'
By John Suayan | Apr 11, 2023
An Austin-area public school district has narrowed its pool of superintendent candidates to just one.
Investigation: Ex-Austin airport head 'had a conflict of interest' in violation of city code
By John Suayan | Apr 11, 2023
An investigation alleged that the former executive director of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) violated the City of Austin’s conflict of interest policy, according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Paxton: Trump arrest example of 'the left's weaponization of the justice system'
By John Suayan | Apr 10, 2023
Texas Attorney General (AG) Ken Paxton recently criticized the arraignment of former President Donald J. Trump.
Abbott requests pardon of man convicted in protest shooting, will approve 'as soon as it hits my desk'
By John Suayan | Apr 10, 2023
Gov. Greg Abbott recently requested for the pardon of a man who was convicted of killing a Black Lives Matter protester in Austin almost three years ago, according to Austin-based media outlets.
UT floor general on decision to test NBA waters: 'I want to thank all the people who have helped me get to this point'
By John Suayan | Apr 4, 2023
Tyrese Hunter, the floor general for the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men’s basketball team, announced on Friday that he’s entering the National Basketball Association (NBA) Draft, Austin NBC affiliate KXAN reported.
Central Texas school district head on retirement announcement: 'The last nine years as the superintendent of Georgetown have been the highlight of my career'
By John Suayan | Apr 4, 2023
The leader of a Central Texas public school district said on Monday that he’s retiring in June, according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Watson on retirement of Austin Energy head Sargent: 'I appreciate her service to this community and her role in the public utility industry'
By John Suayan | Apr 3, 2023
Austin Energy head Jackie Sargent has retired, Austin-based media outlets reported.
AISD on state conservatorship: 'We welcome collaboration with TEA to help us catch up on long-overdue evaluations'
By John Suayan | Apr 3, 2023
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) said on Friday that it plans to install conservators for the Austin Independent School District (AISD), according to a report from The Texas Tribune.
Disu on 28-point effort to guide UT to Sweet Sixteen: 'I couldn’t have done this without my teammates'
By John Suayan | Mar 20, 2023
Senior University of Texas (UT) Longhorns forward and Pflugerville native Dylan Disu scored a season-high 28 points on 14-of-20 shooting to help the second-seeded program ward off the Penn State Nittany Lions 71-66 in the second round of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I men's basketball tournament on Saturday.
East Texas superintendent on four-day school week: 'We were looking for a creative way to entice retention and recruitment of teachers'
By John Suayan | Mar 14, 2023
The next academic year will see several public school districts hold classes for four days instead of five, per a report from Austin NBC affiliate KXAN.
Greater Texas Credit Union's Baker: 'We look forward to new opportunities to connect with the Bobcat community with much greater frequency'
By John Suayan | Mar 13, 2023
Austin-based Greater Texas Credit Union (GTCU) has entered into a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Texas State University in San Marcos, according to a press release issued by the financial institution.
Longhorns stampede into March Madness as No. 2 seed: 'So proud of the guys and they’ve worked their tails off'
By John Suayan | Mar 13, 2023
The University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men’s basketball team hopes the momentum triggered by their four-game winning streak sustains it in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I men's basketball tournament.
Creighton on school choice: 'It’s, without a doubt, caught a grassfire of support and I think it’s just different than before'
By John Suayan | Mar 8, 2023
A Republican state senator from Southeast Texas said many parents have expressed support toward school choice, per a report from San Antonio CBS affiliate KENS.
Terry: 'We have a hungry team that’s as good as anybody that has a chance to win the big prize'
By John Suayan | Mar 7, 2023
For the University of Texas (UT) Longhorns men’s basketball team, there was no better way to conclude the regular season than to defeat a bitter conference rival, who also happens to be the reigning national champion.
Chacon on Austin police pay package: 'This plan demonstrates the commitment this city has to keeping its word and supporting our officers'
By John Suayan | Mar 6, 2023
The City of Austin unveiled its pay package for police officers on Thursday, according to reports from Austin-based media outlets.
Gonzales spokesperson on censure of lawmaker: Texas GOP 'would be wise to follow his lead and do some actual work'
By John Suayan | Mar 6, 2023
The Republican Party of Texas announced on Thursday it has censured U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales (R-San Antonio), per a press release.
Garza on AUS executive director Yaft's resignation: 'It is important to me that we thank her for their many contributions'
By John Suayan | Mar 2, 2023
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) Executive Director Jacqueline Yaft has announced her resignation, Austin-based media outlets reported.