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Today, Aug. 8, marks the 30th anniversary of the passing of the Save Our Springs ordinance that protects the quality of Barton Springs. The anniversary will be marked by a free swim day at Barton Springs Pool and a ceremony just outside the front gate at 6 p.m. The ceremony will feature appearances from City Council Member and SOS co-founder Ann Kitchen, SOS co-founders Mary Arnold and Bill Bunch, and former state Sen. Gonzalo Barrientos, as well as live music. Read headlines from the day here.