When Evan Smith helped launch the nonprofit Texas Tribune in 2009, he set out to get people engaged in their government again, especially in places where newspaper coverage has dwindled. The Tribune introduced blogs, multimedia, troves of government data, and something old-fashioned for an online news startup: face-to-face conversations.
Jan 10 2013
The Texas Tribune invites you to join us for coffee and conversation with Texas Education Commissioner Michael L. Williams.
Jan 17 2013
The Texas Tribune invites you to join us for coffee and conversation about the state's water crisis with state Rep. Allan Ritter, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee.
Jan 22 2013
On the 40th anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's Roe v. Wade decision, join Tribune Editor Emily Ramshaw for a discussion with Reps. Donna Howard and Sarah Davis on the state of family planning and women's health policy in Texas.
Jan 24 2013
Join us for coffee and conversation with Lt. Gov. David Dewhurst, the presiding officer of the Texas Senate.
Jan 25 2013
Join us for a light lunch and discussion about the 83rd legislative session with state Rep. Diane Patrick, R-Arlington, and state Sen. Kelly Hancock, R-Fort Worth.
The Hot Seat conversation series is hosted by universities across the state. This event will take place at the University of Texas at Arlington.
Jan 31 2013
The Texas Tribune invites you to join us for coffee and conversation with state Rep. Jim Pitts, chairman of the House Appropriations Committee, and state Sen. Tommy Williams, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee.
