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Chad Swiatecki is a 20-year journalist who relocated to Austin from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He has written for Rolling Stone, Spin, New York Daily News, Texas Monthly, Austin American-Statesman and many other regional and national outlets.
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Austin Energy to hold Community Connections Resource Fair
Friday, August 11, 2023 by Chad Swiatecki
Austin Energy will hold its annual Community Connections Resource Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Aug. 26 at Del Valle High School. The free, family-friendly event is intended to help the utility’s moderate- and low-income customers learn about assistance or programs available to help them meet their basic needs. In addition to demonstrations and presentations, local entities, including Austin Fire, Austin Police Department and Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services, will be on hand to answer questions. There will also be service providers available to discuss medical assistance, veterinary services, food services and housing assistance. More information is available here.
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