A century of courage: Trailblazing Austin firefighter Marvin Douglas celebrates 100 years

AUSTIN, Texas — A piece of Texas history turned 100 on Sunday — and his legacy is still shaping the future.

At Huston-Tillotson University, family, friends and community members gathered to celebrate Marvin Douglas — a retired Austin firefighter whose career broke barriers and inspired generations.

“Well, there’s a lot of people not 100 years of age around,” Douglas said…

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