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SAN ANGELO IS TRANSFORMING ITSELF WITH SEVERAL RENOVATION AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
STORY BY CARY ESTES | PHOTOGRAPHY BY ANTONY BOSHIER
Everything Old is
an Angelo is looking to the future by turning to the past and extensively overhauling several of the citys historic structures. An old department store has been converted into a gleaming new library. City Hall is being refurbished to show off its 1930s-era beauty. Nearly a dozen schools, all more than a halfcentury old, are receiving major makeovers. Expansion and renovation work at Goodfellow Air Force Base includes replacement of some World War II structures. There is a lot of activity going on right now, and these projects are starting to build off each other and create more activity, says David Knapp, construction manager for the City of San Angelo.
Theres a commitment from the people in the city to energize this area. Stephens Central Library The centerpiece of these renovations is the Stephens Central Library, named in honor of businessman Steve Stephens and his wife, Pollyanna, who donated money and helped raise funds for the $17.5 million project. The library was carved out of the old Hemphill-Wells department store, and maintains the art deco look of the original building. The new four-story library has 85,000 square feet of space, more than triple the citys previous facility. There is an interactive childrens area that includes 10 reading nooks (there were none in the old library), a community room that can accommodate 500 people, meeting rooms, a coffee shop, 44 public
computers and Wi-Fi throughout the building. We took a building that was vacant and deteriorating and converted it into a very central part of this community, Stephens says. We took a giant step forward in downtown revitalization. City Hall and Auditorium Nearby, San Angelo City Hall underwent a $9 million facelift in which the building was stripped to its original stone structure and restored to its 1929 origins. Bulky window air-conditioning units were removed and replaced with a modern HVAC system. Major interior reconstruction occurred as well. Everything will be nice and neat and cleaned up, Knapp says. We want people to walk into that building and get a wow effect.
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Art Walk
Every third Thursday of the month, San Angelo is hopping with creative energy as art lovers crawl the streets checking out the citys galleries. The monthly Art Walk, the brainchild of Downtown San Angelo Inc., has brought new patrons to downtowns many galleries, shops, wine bars and restaurants. Free trolleys transport Art Walk guests around the downtown area from 6-9 p.m. Guests can board or depart the trolley anywhere along the route. Participating galleries include The Glass Prism, Ruiz Studio, Black Swan Gallery and Kendall Art Gallery.
A Sight to See
The San Angelo Visitor Center is certainly hard to miss. Situated on the banks of the Concho River, close to major attractions like the Historic District, the Museum of Fine Arts, Fort Concho and the International Waterlily Garden, the center still manages to stand out. It was completed in 2003, won an American Institute of Architects Award and was featured in Texas Architect magazines November/December 2006 issue. The design, with stonework and a curving roof, has a distinctive modern flair while keeping a classic look. One of the centers biggest attractions is its water garden, which starts at the upper plaza and spills down the hillside to the river.
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The Cactus Hotel first opened its doors in 1928. Originally a Hilton hotel, it was designed by Conrad Hilton and today remains well preserved. Its impressive 14 stories make it the tallest building in San Angelo, and one of the citys landmarks. Though it no longer offers overnight accommodations, the Cactus houses a variety of nonprofit organizations and serves as a venue for special events, including wedding receptions, banquets and fundraisers.
Pretty in Pink
While traditional white pearls are rare and expensive, pink, peach and purple pearls are even more elusive. However, San Angelo annually issues permits to gem hunters who seek out these unique Concho pearls in area lakes and rivers, where they are created by freshwater mussels. As if these little wonders were not exotic enough on their own, legend holds that the Spanish crown jewels include Concho pearls. For those who want these gems without having to look for them in waterways, San Angelo jewelry shops carry a great selection of Concho pearls in exquisite settings.
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n The Texas Sheep and goat raisers Association and the American Boer goat Association are headquartered in San Angelo. n See one of Alexander graham Bells first telephones at the e. h. danner museum of Telephony, located at Fort concho. n Author and San Angelo native the late elmer Kelton wrote dozens of books and was voted All-Time Best Western Author by the Western Writers of America. n The concho river Walk winds for 6 miles along the waterway. n Scraps a beef cut originating from the tenderloin has been served in San Angelo steak houses for years. n goodfellow Air Force Base is home to the 17th Training Wing, the 344th military intelligence Battalion (Army), the center for cryptology (navy) and a marine corps detachment. n producers livestock Auction co. holds the largest sheep auction in the nation and is based here. The company was founded in 1954.
First constructed in 1867 to protect frontier settlements, Fort Concho now serves as a historic site and museum, with 17 of its 24 buildings dating back to the 1870s. On the first full weekend of December, the fort lights up and welcomes about 17,000 visitors to Christmas at Old Fort Concho, a three-day festival of shopping, entertainment, live shows and, of course, plenty of Christmas cheer. 2011 marks the festivals 30th anniversary.
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he idea that San Angelo is a dusty outpost is all washed up. From slow boats to speed boats, to peaceful walks on the river, this town has water activities for everyone. San Angelo River Walk The San Angelo River Walk proves that few things in life are as peaceful as a casual stroll along the waters edge. The 4-mile stretch of land gives everyone the chance for a quiet saunter along the Concho River. Along the way are gorgeous gardens, 14 different water displays, the Kids Kingdom childrens playground, the Bill Aylor Sr. Memorial River Stage, a nine-hole golf course and more, all quietly nestled in downtown San Angelo. The River Walks Celebration Bridge links several places of interest, including the Historic City Center, the River Stage and El Paseo de Santa Angela, two pavilions and a terraced walkway that stretch from Avenue D to the Concho River. Cruising on the Concho Concho Cruises was an idea 10 years in the making for owner Wayne Nickell. Im retired and Id been thinking about doing this for a long time, Nickell says. This refers to the company he opened in May 2010 that takes 30 to 40 guests aboard The Pearl of the Concho (Concho Cruises boat and the only cruiser in West Texas) for anything from a two-hour jaunt to an all-day event on Lake Nasworthy and the Concho River.
Nickell says he loves cruising people around, feeding them and telling stories. Im a people person anyway, and people really went for it, he says. Concho Cruises runs seven days a week, 365 days a year. They also offer a Thursday dinner cruise each week at 5:30 p.m. and a Sunday lunch cruise at 1 p.m. Reservations are available at (325) 481-3210. Showdown in San Angelo Now in their fifth year, the Showdown in San Angelo drag boat races transform Lake Nasworthy for two days in late June. More than 10,000 people make their way to San Angelo to see more than 100 racers compete and have a blast doing it. In fact, blast is probably the best way to describe the effect of dozens of boats with 1,000-horsepower engines lining up side by side. The most exciting part of our race, for most spectators, is the Top Fuel Hydros. They can reach up to 265 miles per hour in four seconds on a quartermile track, says Jenni Hutcheson, director of sales and servicing for the San Angelo Convention and Visitors Bureau. We have people who come from all over the country and Canada to race, and we have people who come from all across the nation to watch, Hutcheson says. Ive met people from New York, Florida, California; they come from all over. Attendees can walk the pits to see boats up close, talk with drivers and crew members, and sit in one of two spectator areas to watch the race.
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SAN ANgELo SERVES UP ECLECTIC EATERIES, fINE WINE
STORy By KAREN SCHWARTzmAN | PHOTOGRAPHy By ANToNy boSHIER
n a town well-known for its West Texas cuisine, a few restaurants are pushing the boundaries. Vineyards have grown up, festivals have broken out and upscale restaurants continue to open their doors in San Angelo. Celebrity Chefs Sometimes the most intriguing thing behind those doors is the mastermind behind the menu, the creative force that brings the restaurant together and keeps the customers coming back for more. Case in point: Mike Holdridge, executive chef and owner of the River Valley Cafe & Grill. I try to keep things interesting for people, Holdridge says. I dont want to keep doing the same things. Before settling in San Angelo, Holdridge worked for five years as a personal chef, traveling with and cooking for legendary boxer Muhammad Ali and a few of his famous friends (Will Smith and Oprah Winfrey among them). In September 2008, Holdridge opened the River Valley Cafe in his hometown of San Angelo. San Angelos dining scene is
definitely evolving, and more and more new and different restaurants are opening up. Im glad to be a part of it, Holdridge says. Other local chefs who have made names for themselves include the River Terrace Restaurants Earl Mulley, a former game-day chef for the Dallas Cowboys, and the Cork N Pigs Virginia Dahlbeck, a former top-three finalist on FOXs Hells Kitchen. Looking for more eclectic eats? The Silo House, part of the Old Chicken Farm Art Center, serves a weekly fivecourse menu on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Wine Time San Angelo may not yet be on the map for its fine wines, but this burgeoning scene continues to grow with help from local vineyards and wineries, such as Christoval Vineyards and Winery, DVine Wine and Black Swan Wine Bar. Fifteen years ago, wine consumption was very low, says Drex Vincent, owner of Christoval Vineyards. But the last few years have seen a big turnaround. Wine has seen a
Right: grilled salmon stuffed with haricots vert atop a baby green salad with roasted asparagus and aged parmesan soup at river valley cafe & grill
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big increase in popularity. Though Vincent has only owned the property for three years, hes been involved with the vineyard for some time, and hopes to add variety to San Angelos evolving food scene. Its more agri-tourism than anything; something people havent seen around here, he says. Were selling more than just wine. Were selling an experience. foodie festivals To celebrate San Angelos range of food specialties, the city offers an array of festivals for all kinds of cuisines. Wine lovers can get their fill at the San Angelo Wine and Food Festival, held annually by the San Angelo Cultural Affairs Council and combining gourmet food with fine wine. Admitted chocoholics will find support at the Concho Chocolate Festival, an event that would make Willy Wonka proud. And for all things food, try the annual Taste of San Angelo festival.
mike holdridge, river valley cafe & grills executive chef and owner
As far as fudge goes, chocolate pecan holds the No. 1 spot in terms of sales. But if youd prefer rocky road, vanilla or even sugar-free, youve come to the right place. One things for sure: A purchase from the Carmelite Hermits Kitchen comes with more than what your average bakery sells. We like to thank the people who support us, Brother John David says. We send a blessing and a prayer with every product we sell. Karen Schwartzman
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here are nearly 60 sheep scattered around San Angelo, but a shepherd wont be needed to round them up. San Angelo was the wool capital of the world at one time, so sheep have long been a symbol of the citys history. To commemorate that legacy, Downtown San Angelo Inc. initiated a Sheep About Town program in 2007 where 60 life-size fiberglass sheep were constructed for local businesses and individuals to purchase, then local artists were commissioned to paint them. Each sheep is unique with a paint scheme that is custom-made for a sponsoring business or individual, and many of the sheep are exhibited in places that can be enjoyed by the viewing public. In fact, the sheep sculptures have become one of the citys most popular attractions among tourists visiting San Angelo, especially within the downtown district. San Angelo remains the inland wool capital, and the fiberglass sheep are our tongue-in-cheek salute to the past, says Genora Young, executive director of Downtown San Angelo Inc. San Angelo was home to the Miss Wool Pageant of yesteryear, Art Linkletter was the host at one point and the event was nationally televised for many years. Were helping to keep the sheep tradition alive today. Skepticism at first Young says back in 2007, Brenda Gunter of the promotions committee with Downtown San Angelo came up with the fiberglass sheep idea, proposing that the DSA sell the sheep as a fundraiser and work with local artists. Downtown San Angelos
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mission is to market the districts interesting characteristics to shoppers, investors, new business and tourists, and it focuses on improving the downtowns image by enhancing its physical appearance. The program met with skepticism at first but the DSA board voted to purchase some fiberglass sheep, and the growing popularity allowed us to sell 28 during the first year, Young says. There are now 50 sheep around the community, with six reserved and two more waiting to be purchased. Once the program took off, our goal was 60 sheep and were getting close to that number. A fiberglass sheep costs $1,600 for a business or individual to purchase, plus added costs of varnish and a solid base to mount the sculpture brings the total to $1,870. The purchaser then commissions a local artist from a list compiled by the DSA, and the artists on average charge $500-$1,500 for a custom paint job. Wool Ewe Remember Some of the fiberglass sheep displayed throughout the community have names such as B-ewe-tiful San Angelo in front of the City Health Building, Common Cents at Wells Fargo Bank, F-Ewe-Gitive in front of Concho Bail Bonds, Welcoming Ewe in front of the San Angelo Convention & Visitors Bureau, Wool Ewe Remember at the Texas Sheep & Goat Raisers Association, and Serving Ewe Since 1884 at the San Angelo Standard-Times. And keeping with the sheep theme, Downtown San Angelo also organizes a Miss Wool River Parade each May that features the fiberglass sheep paraded in the back of pickup trucks. In addition, DSA partners each October with Angelo State University during football homecoming weekend to present a festival called Sheep Spectacular/ Art-O-Ber Fest. These are all good fundraisers and help us celebrate our heritage in a fun way, Young says.
Top left: Lamb Chop Charlie Top right, bottom left: Sue rainey (left) and Julie raymond (right) work on Sheep Justice Ewenice. bottom right: My Mail to EWE
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SAN ANgELo IS TRANSfoRmINg ITSELf WITH SEVERAL RENoVATIoN AND CoNSTRUCTIoN PRoJECTS
STORy By CARy ESTES | PHOTOGRAPHy By ANToNy boSHIER
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an Angelo is looking to the future by turning to the past and extensively overhauling several of the citys historic structures. An old department store has been converted into a gleaming new library. City Hall is being refurbished to show off its 1930s-era beauty. Nearly a dozen schools, all more than a halfcentury old, are receiving major makeovers. Expansion and renovation work at Goodfellow Air Force Base includes replacement of some World War II structures. There is a lot of activity going on right now, and these projects are starting to build off each other and create more activity, says David Knapp, construction manager for the City of San Angelo.
Theres a commitment from the people in the city to energize this area. Stephens Central Library The centerpiece of these renovations is the Stephens Central Library, named in honor of businessman Steve Stephens and his wife, Pollyanna, who donated money and helped raise funds for the $17.5 million project. The library was carved out of the old Hemphill-Wells department store, and maintains the art deco look of the original building. The new four-story library has 85,000 square feet of space, more than triple the citys previous facility. There is an interactive childrens area that includes 10 reading nooks (there were none in the old library), a community room that can accommodate 500 people, meeting rooms, a coffee shop, 44 public
computers and Wi-Fi throughout the building. We took a building that was vacant and deteriorating and converted it into a very central part of this community, Stephens says. We took a giant step forward in downtown revitalization. City Hall and Auditorium Nearby, San Angelo City Hall underwent a $9 million facelift in which the building was stripped to its original stone structure and restored to its 1929 origins. Bulky window air-conditioning units were removed and replaced with a modern HVAC system. Major interior reconstruction occurred as well. Everything will be nice and neat and cleaned up, Knapp says. We want people to walk into that building and get a wow effect.
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Plans are under way to renovate the auditorium, with upgrades to the sound and lighting systems, as well as the installation of new carpet and seating. Knapp says the goal is to make the auditorium more appealing to national touring shows. goodfellow Air force base A total of more than $70 million is being invested in five different projects at Goodfellow Air Force Base, including the construction of two new dorms for students at this military training campus. There also will be a new Joint Intel Technical Training Facility, a Consolidated Learning Center with a computer caf and childrens area, and additions to the bases fitness center. San Angelo Independent School District Renovation and construction is taking place at 11 schools throughout the SAISD. A 2008 bond created funds for the sprawling $117 million project, which will continue through 2013. The schools are all more than 50 years old, and each one is being updated to accommodate 21st-century technology. Its something we have needed for a long time, says Steve Van Hoozer, the SAISD director of bond planning and construction. Technology has changed drastically just in the last five or six years, but certainly since these schools were built. Were bringing these campuses to where they need to be to allow kids to use todays technology and get the best education possible. Were getting a lot of bang for our buck with this project. The same could be said for all of San Angelo. There is certainly a lot of positive activity in town, Stephens says. We have a wonderful quality of life here, and things of this nature just add to that quality of life.
The lobby of the Stephens central library offers visitors a place to work (bottom photo) and grab a bite to eat at The library caf (middle photo).
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CoNCHo CoLLISIoN Biz: Vehicle collision repair center Buzz: Specializing in a variety of services, such as auto body repair, collision repair and paint work, Concho Collision focuses on meeting each customers vehicular needs. This repair center employs professional Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)-certified mechanics, and works with clients during their entire claims process to get them back on the road quickly. www.conchocollision.com goLD STAR mEDICAL bUSINESS SERVICES Biz: Medical billing company Buzz: Gold Star Medical Business Services handles all insurance billing for their customers, typically serving professionals at medical, dental and chiropractic practices. The company assigns each client a billing team, giving doctors the freedom to be doctors, and takes care of filing, tracking and pursuing unpaid claims, while also managing insurance verification and pre-authorizations. www.gold-star-medical.com WELCH TRANSfER & SToRAgE Biz: Transportation and relocation company Buzz: No move is too big for Welch Transfer & Storage. The company, established in the 1930s, is San Angelos oldest moving and storage provider. Offering regular and climate-controlled storage services, the company also serves as an agent for Wheaton World Wide Moving. Additionally, Welch Transfer & Storage supplies a commercial warehouse, which comprises 50,000 square feet. www.welchtrans.com ENER-TEL SERVICES INC. Biz: Advanced security system provider Buzz: Offering security systems for both commercial and residential purposes, Ener-Tel Services has been protecting its customers since 1984. From fire alarms to video surveillance, the company works to keep military bases, airports, homes and businesses safe. The company can also assist with home theater and audio systems, central vacuum systems and HVAC units. www.ener-tel.com
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he San Angelo Chamber of Commerce is spending the rest of 2011 planning for its economic future. The chamber is joining forces with city officials and other organizations to plan the best strategies for retaining and expanding existing businesses, and attracting more jobs and capital investment to San Angelo. Chamber and city officials are talking about
issues such as what kind of industries to ideally attract to San Angelo, how to increase economic funding sources, potentially constructing spec buildings, and other development strategies. This is an evolution the entering of a new era of cooperation and economic development in San Angelo, says Phil Neighbors, president of the San Angelo Chamber of Commerce.
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For example, the chamber is working closely with city officials and the San Angelo Development Corporation to ultimately develop a Business Resource Center that will open in 2012, to give the community a one-stop shop for economic development. The chambers efforts in this new era of economic development are being overseen by John Dugan, whose background is in banking, as well as several facets of economic and community development. John is being joined in the chambers effort by Hope Barron, who will assist with all project efforts and is a great resource to local business and prospects, helping with marketing and statistical information, Neighbors says. At the city level, Shawn Lewis has been named director of community and economic development for San Angelo, while Bob Schneeman is economic and community development coordinator. Donna Osborne has been named Economic Development Coordinator for the city, adding to her duties as executive director of the citys business incubator program. Meanwhile, our local workforce is critical to many projects, so teaming up with the Concho Valley Workforce Development Board is key, Neighbors says. The leadership at the Workforce Development Board includes Executive Director Johnny Griffin and Director of Planning Cathy Ballard. Neighbors stresses that forming partnerships is vital to better serve San Angelo, instead of attacking economic development on an individual basis. Generating new jobs, expanding the tax base and using the abundant resources of the area thats what creating a successful economic development program in San Angelo is all about, he says. Kevin Litwin
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Over the years, San Angelo has seen a transition in its economy, from manufacturing into more business and personal services. While we still have major manufacturers in steel fabrication and medical devices, plus a number of smaller manufacturing operations, recent long-term growth sectors have included education and health care, trade, transportation, utilities, leisure and hospitality, and the business service sector.
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goodfellow Air Force Base 4,990 employees Shannon health System 2,565 employees San Angelo iSd 2,063 employees Angelo State university 1,635 employees city of San Angelo 877 employees San Angelo State Supported living center 860 employees San Angelo community medical center 843 employees Tom green county 748 employees SiTel, inc. 715 employees verizon, inc. 578 employees
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Learn more about Fiddle Fire Chuckwagon straight from owner Dorothy Douthit herself in a quick video at imagessanangelo.com.
dorothy douthit, owner of Fiddle Fire, dressed in period clothing posing with her 1906 peter Schuttler chuck wagon
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offered customers a way to experience an Old West campfire gathering. While the awardwinning Fiddle Fire cooking crews whip up chuck wagon favorites, like chicken-fried steak, homemade mashed potatoes and gravy, pinto beans, peach cobbler and other tasty treats in their restored mobile kitchen, Dorothy entertains the crowd with her special kind of fiddle playing and colorful campfire stories.
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A cowgirl stirs a pot as a cowboy takes a swig of whisky at a fiddle fire cookout.
Fiddle Fire teaches the art of preserving our past as the key to realizing our future, says Lisa Goodnight, media manager of Fiddle Fire Chuckwagon. Its cultural value is unique to the period of Westward Expansion in u.S. history, where many a trail was blazed, and dreams became destiny. Owner Dorothy Douthit, a certified Texas educator, also develops demonstration programs aligned with the Texas state curriculum that can meet the educational needs of local students. Her annual Fiddle Fire Friday event at Fort Concho allows kids, along with Fiddle Fire crew members, to make chuck
wagon favorites, like fresh-baked biscuits and homemade cobbler. Other special activities include relays, contests, dancing wand music. Fiddle Fire Chuckwagon caters for parties, family reunions, fundraisers, weddings and other special events in the San Angelo area. Cooking crews can create a custom-designed menu upon request, and also prepare home-style meals for large groups, without the use of a chuck wagon, at the site of your choice. Fiddle Fires commercial kitchen is located in downtown San Angelo, two blocks from historic Fort Concho, in the old Fire Station Number Four.
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from left: Shannon medical center; San Angelo community medical center
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an Angelo Community Medical Center and Shannon Medical Center are two hospitals that provide healthy outlooks to thousands of patients each year. San Angelo Community has been a part of this region since 1929, while Shannon Medical was founded in 1932. Both offer a variety of important health-care services to San Angelo residents and beyond.
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eight cardiac surgeons offering 24/7 care. Both facilities provide some of the most advanced wound care treatment in the state. Treatments offered include hyperbaric chambers where patients breathe 100 percent oxygen (instead of normal 21 percent) to accelerate healing and advanced laser techniques used to save limbs. Physicians at San Angelo Community and Shannon Medical are also experts in treating ulcers, vein insufficiencies and vascular issues.
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Visual arts
The Old Chicken Farm Art Center, which provides housing and work spaces for select artists,
includes two galleries open to the public as well as 15 artists studios. The center also offers a bed and breakfast and an eatery, Salt at the Silo House Restaurant, both of which are open year round. The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts offers three galleries as well as a rooftop sculpture terrace that provides a view of the city The museum also includes a multipurpose meeting room and a research library, which are open to the public by appointment. Classrooms and ceramic studios located in the education wing of the museum are available as well. The San Angelo Museum of Fine Arts is also home to the San Angelo National Ceramic Competition, which is held in April on even-numbered years. The competition involves a juror from the local ceramics community choosing the top 100 pieces from more than 1,500 entries. A miniexhibit that highlights the work of a well-known ceramic artist is also
on display. On odd-numbered years, an invitational ceramic exhibit is installed at the museum. The three-day event, which is hosted by the museum, Angelo State university and the Old Chicken Farm Art Center, includes additional gallery openings, a barbecue dinner and ceramic discussions.
Fort concho
Fort Concho National Historic Landmark, formerly an Army post, is now a historic preservation project and museum. The site is owned and operated by the city of San Angelo and includes 23 original and restored fort structures. The enlisted mens barracks, post headquarters, hospital, school/chapel and officers row/quarters are available for visitors to tour.
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programs, the San Angelo Symphony is focused on offering entertainment and education to the community. The symphony is conducted by Music Director Maestro Hector Guzman and includes several orchestra members playing a variety of classical instruments.
also cultivates a new generation. Each year students audition to be part of the youth Company, a performance and production workshop.
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barrel racing and more. And speaking of contests, the San Angelo Restaurant Association Championship Cookoff kicks into high gear during the event.
chance to sit back and enjoy the show, or be a part of it. Parade entries may be submitted for floats, marching and riding groups, wagons, buggies and antique vehicles. Prizes are also awarded.
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Barrel Race to the Clown and Princess Contest, to the Trash to Treasure Contest, where students from pre-kindergarten through the fifth grade construct an artwork made primarily from recycled materials. The competition gives the little ones a chance to participate in the festivities while at the same time raising awareness of the importance of recycling. In addition, the Kids Korral features wildlife exhibits, camel and pony rides, and a petting zoo to give the smallest pardners a chance to get up close and personal with the animals. Chris Russell
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Education
dr. robert ehlers, Angelo State university center for Security Studies director
security conscious
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hrough distinctive programs in its Center for Security Studies (CSS), Angelo State university offers cutting-edge education and training to the next generation of national and border security personnel. Targeting a workforce that stretches from San Angelo around the globe, CSS programs include bachelors and masters degrees in security studies and cultural competency, security studies and cultural fluency, and border security. The aim of these programs is to help educate people for jobs that are of real importance and prosperity and have positive effects for the entire community, says Dr. Robert Ehlers, CSS director. A large percentage of the population in San Angelo
the federal agencies, military, law enforcement will be direct beneficiaries of these types z of programs. ultimately, he adds, all of our programs will have a significant constituency all over the world. Military personnel are everywhere. Federal Civil Service employees are everywhere. Plus, we already have some civilian students who have enrolled from our area and from out of state. Courses in the Angelo State programs cover a wide range of topics, including terrorism, illegal immigration, cyber crime, port security and espionage. There is a rapidly growing demand for people who have a good understanding of the issues facing the security of our nation and its borders, Ehlers
says. Were working directly with agencies in the Department of Homeland Security to make sure our programs serve both the immediate needs and the way those needs evolve in the future.
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equipment provided by the Concho Valley Workforce Development Board to diversify our training options to meet the needs of local business. The school has created a new program aimed at people who already perform hydraulic work and want to improve their skill level. Those plans coincided with a building expansion that gives the Workforce Training department its own lab space. Weve moved all the equipment to the new building and we can teach on-site, Rainey says. It gives us dedicated space for workforce training, which is a huge plus for us. We already had the curriculum for basic courses. Now that we have the space, were able to offer more advanced lab courses, and well be able to expand our courses and add more areas for adult training. Cary Estes
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San Angelo is the county seat of Tom Green County. The city is located at the confluence of the North Concho River and South Concho River, which in turn form the Concho River. Local sports teams include the San Angelo Colts, a united League Baseball minor league team.
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government: city of San Angelo www.sanangelotexas.org Tom green county, Texas www.co.tom-green.tx.us/ ips/cms/countyoffices/ Commissioners State of Texas www.texas.gov Fire Department: safiredept.com Police Department: sanangelopolice.org Drivers license: Texas department of public Safety www.txdps.state.tx.us Vehicle Registration: Tom green county Tax Assessor (325) 659-6529 Voter Registration: Tom green county elections Administrator www.co.tom-green.tx.us/ips/ cms/othercountyoffices/ Elections Recycling: Butts recycling, inc. buttsrecycling.com go green & recycle gogreenandrecycle.org SAFe recycling center sanangelorecycling.org library: Tom green public library www.tgclibrary.com
CLImATE
HoUSEHoLD INfoRmATIoN
age:
95
July Average high
29 22
31
median resident Age
33%
19 and under
Annual rain Fall (vs. national Average Annual rain Fall of 37)
46%
20-54
LAND AREA
21%
55 and over
55.9
Square miles
ethnicity:
80.5%
CoST of LIVINg
White
$38,777
median household income
4.6%
Black
$83,825
median home price
37.7%
hispanic or latino, of any race
$604
median rent for a Two-Bedroom Apartment
10.6%
other
marital Status:
TRANSPoRTATIoN
44%
married
14 minutes
median travel time to work
56%
Single
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