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Austin American-Statesman managing editor Alford departs

Andy Alford

Award-winning journalist Andy Alford has joined The Texas Tribune as director of editorial recruitment, training and career development.

Previously, Alford was at the Austin American-Statesman for over 23 years, where she held various roles, most recently serving as managing editor. Before that, she worked as a senior editor, local editor, assistant metro editor, special projects editor, urban affairs reporter, and education reporter.

Before that, she was a staff writer at the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette.

Alford graduated from the University of Houston with a degree in journalism.

Mariam Ahmed

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