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As the LBJ Library Turns 50, the Man Who Planned Its Dedication Recalls a Few Surprises Lyndon B. Johnson rehearsed his speech in the bathroom, the new fountain doused the guests, and the booze flowed freely. May 22, 2021 President Lyndon B. Johnson and Lady Bird Johnson at the LBJ Library, in Austin, on March 15, 1971. Frank Wolfe/LBJ Library On May 22, 1971, the Lyndon B. Johnson Presidential Library at the University of Texas opened its doors for the first time. The library now welcomes more than 100,000 visitors per year, including researchers who travel from across the country to use the...

Lyndon Johnson's larger-than-life personality and legacy is reflected in the building, and the millions of artifacts, papers and recordings it preserves.

FacebookTwitterEmail After a year-old coronavirus closure, the City of San Antonio announced in a news release Tuesday that it will open six outdoor pools starting this Saturday. Four pools will be open on weekdays and all six pools will be open on weekends.Express-News file photo Swimming season is back, but you'll want to check your schedule before you pack your swim gear.  After a one-year coronavirus closure, the City of San Antonio announced Tuesday that it will open six outdoor pools starting this Saturday. Four pools will be open on weekdays and all six pools will be open on weekends.

Joe Biden clearly realizes how much of a political asset he has in his own First Lady. Lauren Leader and Mark K. Updegrove Opinion contributors The sweep of history has not always been kind to First Ladies. Often ignored, dismissed and underestimated by the public in their own time and given short shrift by presidential historians in the review of past presidencies, their collective impact on our nation has never been fully appreciated. Now, as Dr. Jill Biden establishes her role as First Lady in these first 100 days of her husband’s administration, we’d do well to take her contributions ...

Letters to the Editor Letters to the Editor - Three cheers to Lady Bird Johnson, Dallas Morning News journalists, artist Michael Hogue Readers admire Lady Bird Johnson, appreciate the work done by journalists at The News and always love the work done by Michael Hogue. Former U.S. first lady Lady Bird Johnson, left, talks with Texas first lady Laura Bush during a speech by former President Gerald Ford Feb. 7, 1997, in Austin, Texas. Ford was speaking at the Lyndon Johnson Library as part of a lecture series.(GEORGE BRIDGES / AP) I had just completed Sweig’s new book, Lady Bird Johnson: Hidi...