SHERMAN, TEXAS -Austin College alumnus Ron Kirk has been selected by president-elect Barack Obama to serve as the United State Trade Representative. This cabinet-level appointment is the first to be held by a graduate of Austin College.
"Austin College is proud of Ron's success in Texas, and I am sure he will be equally successful as he works with world leaders," said Oscar C. Page, president of Austin College. "Ron's leadership at the state and local . . .
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The holiday season is in full swing. Cities in Fannin and Grayson Counties are decorated and hosting Christmas events such as parades and holiday concerts. Likewise, at the Capitol in Austin, it takes only a brief moment when you are there to know that it is the holiday season.
The traditional Christmas trees, one in the House Chamber and one on the south end of the Capitol Complex overlooking Congress Avenue, and the halls . . .
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