José Torres

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Jose Torres |José Torres

AUSTIN (KXAN) – When it came to picking a career, Alex Wilson-Garza felt a calling to serve others – she comes from a family of teachers and first responders, including police officers. “I felt like nursing was always the right pick for me,” said the registered nurse. Two years ago, she didn’t imagine the roles would reverse and that she would be on the hospital bed where she works — the emergency room at St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center.

Dec 2, 2024 | thedialogue.org | Jose Torres |José Torres

TITLE: Executive AssistantREPORTS TO: President & CEOFor over four decades, the Inter-American Dialogue has worked with governments, multilateral organizations, civil society structures, the private sector, and other key stakeholders to impact policy debates, devise solutions, and enhance collaboration to unlock meaningful change in the Americas.

Nov 27, 2024 | yahoo.com | Jose Torres |José Torres

AUSTIN (KXAN) – “When I was on pain meds and in pain all the time, you’re going through hell, and you are really just trying to make it sometimes, one hour at a time,” said Eric Bumpus, a 43-year-old husband and father of two, reflecting on five years of living with an addiction to pain pills. Today, Bumpus competes in ultramarathons and fitness competitions, like Hyrox, a functional fitness obstacle course race. Eric Bumpus’ son joined him at the Austin Rattler finish line.

Oct 30, 2024 | yahoo.com | Jose Torres |José Torres

AUSTIN (KXAN) — In January 2023, then 41-year-old Cameron Carlin made a commitment that changed his life. With a focus on family, health, and self-improvement, he began a journey that started with a simple goal: run a half marathon. A year later he is running his first ultra marathon. A year of transformationThroughout 2023 and 2024, Carlin pushed his limits. He lost 42 pounds, built endurance and grew stronger — both physically and mentally. It started with a mile.

Jun 27, 2024 | sports.yahoo.com | Jose Torres |José Torres

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Lizzi Smith, a three-time Paralympian medalist, is an athlete to watch in Paris. The 28-year-old Austinite first has to qualify at the U.S. Swimming Trials in Minneapolis, Minnesota this week. Qualifying shouldn’t be a challenge for Smith — she is used to the world stage. The swimmer made her Paralympics debut in the 2016 Rio games and earned silver as part of the 4×100-meter freestyle relay as well as bronze in the 4×100 medley relay.