Text and photos by Charlotte Aguilar Christopher Arcidiacono has assembled a crack team to help him create his new business — but ultimately, it’s his heart and his gut instincts that are guiding him. “An idea that comes from what I’ve lived,” is how he describes it. With roots deep in West University, the 34-year-old’s local knowledge is reflected in the design, menu and … [Read more...] about Finding the joy in sobriety: Christo Mio puts owner’s life lessons into action
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Cool stuff — popsicles, first responders and their vehicles — at West U kids’ event
West University’s first responders are hosting an end-of-summer meet-and-greet — complete with popsicles and photo opps with them and their emergency vehicles. The event will be held from 5:30-7 p.m. Wednesday (Aug. 18) in the rear parking lot of the West U Police Department, 3800 University Blvd. If bad weather threatens, the status of the event will be updated on the … [Read more...] about Cool stuff — popsicles, first responders and their vehicles — at West U kids’ event
West U celebrating independence all weekend; city offices closed Monday
From a traditional red-white-and-blue parade to a belly flop contest, West University is planning a weekend full of festivities to celebrate the Independence Day holiday, starting with its family-friendly parade this morning (Saturday, July 3). After a year off because of the COVID pandemic, bicyclists, tricyclists and little ones in strollers and wagons will be back, … [Read more...] about West U celebrating independence all weekend; city offices closed Monday
City Council votes to restore youth sports funding
By George Boehme West University Place City Council agreed Thursday night (May 6) to restore the $125,000 annual funding for youth sports that had become the focal point of the May 1 municipal election. At a special meeting called by outgoing Mayor Bob Higley, the majority of the councilors said they viewed the election as a referendum on an annual taxpayer … [Read more...] about City Council votes to restore youth sports funding
Tonight’s West U council meeting on youth sports: My thoughts
By George Boehme Several dozen people have contacted me to ask about the purpose of tonight’s special meeting of the West University Place City Council. It is on ZOOM and starts at 6 p.m. To attend the meeting by telephone, call 346-248-7799, or you can join via https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86232054858. The meeting ID number is 862 3205 4858. The only agenda item is … [Read more...] about Tonight’s West U council meeting on youth sports: My thoughts