Community Action
Amid funding cuts and deportation threats, Westwood prioritizes community and culture
The Safe Summer Kick Off is a Westwood tradition. It almost didn’t happen this year because of funding and attendance concerns.
J.R. Martinez
TO DINE FOR WITH KATE SULLIVAN features stories of creators and dreamers who have reached uncommon success through ingenuity and innovation. Their favorite restaurant becomes the backdrop for a passionate and fascinating conversation about life, success and what it takes to pursue and achieve the American Dream.
J.R. Martinez
Season 7 Episode 704 | 26m 46s | CC
J.R. Martinez is an actor, author and burn survivor advocate. In 2003, Martinez was badly burned over 34% of his body while serving in Iraq. Many surgeries later, Martinez turned his tragic story into a lesson of inspiration. J.R. is a passionate supporter of “Operation Finally Home,” which builds homes for veterans, mortgage-free. At his favorite Austin haunt, Pieous, J.R. shares his story.
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