The Economic Development Department Art in Public Places Program (AIPP) is seeking professional visual artists and artist-led teams interested in creating artwork for public places in Austin. Commission budgets for three distinct projects range from $70,000 to $400,000. Applications for the three public art opportunities close on December 19 at 5 p.m.
Governor Greg Abbott has announced that he will appoint Jeff Alley as the Chief Justice of the Eighth Court of Appeals. Alley, who is currently an attorney at James F. Scherr PC, previously served on the Eighth Court of Appeals from October 2019 to December 2022. During his time on the court, he also served as Chief Justice from October 2019 to December 2020.Alley brings a wealth of experience to his new role. He has been in private practice for 30 years and is board certified in Civil Appellate Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization. He is a member of the State...