[dropcap]I[/dropcap]t’s not often politics and athletics harbor similar ideals and philosophies.

For those who choose to run for political office, however, the feeling is often compared to running a marathon or triathlon.

Dripping Springs resident Taline Manassian is lucky enough to now have experienced both.

Last week, Manassian was one of three to earn a place on the Dripping Springs City Council dais. She became only the sixth woman to be elected to the Dripping Springs City Council since ...