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Cover story on "Tony the Mex".

Additional machine-extracted names mentioned in this issue: George Chambers, Allan Dale, Churchill Downs, Alex Habeeb, Frank Hall, Clifton Jansky, Tony Jr, Danny Levinson, Loretta Lynn, Willie Mosconi, Willie Nelson, Olly Otten, San Pedro, Tony Salinas, Ray Santarelli, Will Seeley, Starr Struk, Alice Thompson, Wendy Welty, Larry Whinnery.

Cover story on Scorpions

Captain Wilford Swinney talks about his upbringing and how he began working for the Austin Police Department. He shares some of his past experiences as an officer, recapping his responsibilities and past duties. Captain Swinney outlines the changes he has seen in the department's organization and resources over the years, especially as related to Austin's growth. Discussed topics include gang activity, the Ut-Austin shooting in 1966, changing uniforms and police cars, and women working in the police force.

Adopted September 1, 1980; Amended August 22, 2019.