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Erika Barnes, founder of the Black Makers Market, poses while at the event with her husband. “It felt really critical that we have a space for Black families and businesses to meet the community,” Barnes said. “and then have folks learn about our creative gifts, our businesses, our brands, I feel like we need to bring that all in one space.”

Black Makers Market Highlights Black-Owned Businesses In Downtown Austin

Alessandra Ashford, Opinions Editor March 28, 2022

On Tuesday, March 26, a sunny spring Texas afternoon, The Black Makers Market was in full swing in downtown East Austin. Created by Ericka Barnes, the Black Makers Market, in partnership with The George...

Texas Senate Bill 8 was passed on Wednesday, Sept. 1. This past week, the Horizon surveyed Westwood students about their opinions regarding the bill.

“Frick yeah, man”: Westwood students respond to Senate Bill 8

Hannah Ashtari, Managing Editor September 15, 2021

This story contains sensitive comments which may be upsetting to some readers. Prior to this year, the legal definition of what constitutes a living human being with protected rights was a much contested...

The shooting on Sunday, April 18, took place at the intersection of Great Hills Trail and Rain Creek Parkway. Photo courtesy of Larry D. Moore.

Shooting in Northwest Austin Leaves Three Dead

Amy Simon, Sports Editor April 26, 2021

On Sunday, April 18, two women and one man were pronounced dead at a shooting scene located at the intersection of Great Hills Trail and Rain Creek Parkway. The incident was reported at 11:42 A.M. Former...

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