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Kool treatsKrispy Kreme opened its doors Friday in Cedar Park. The shop, located in the shopping center with Dickey's Barbecue near Walmart on RM 1431, held a ribbon cutting ceremony.

Rec Center celebrates ribbon cutting on SaturdayIn an area full of pools, trails and other natural ways to exercise, Cedar Park is now offering a chance for its citizens to work out in an air conditioned environment in the new 47,500-square-foot, state-of-art recreation center, which will open its doors for a ribbon cutting on Saturday.

Puryear honored for photoA print entitled “Champagne du Cheval” created by Jack Puryear of Puryear Photography in Leander has recently been honored for display in Kerrville, Texas at the Texas Professional Photographer's competition and exhibit.

YMCA surfaces on Leander agendaThe Leander City Council talked at length Thursday night about the possibility of a YMCA coming to town. The agenda item called for possibly assembling a Bond Task Force, but no action was taken. Council agreed to listen to community groups and get their input before setting up a task force.

Fielder reappointed as Leander mayor pro-temIt's deja vu in Leander for local politicians. This time it's over the selection of mayor pro-tem - deja vu in the fact that Chris Fielder was appointed to a second-consecutive term, and deja vu in some comments that flew around.

Rotary, Knights of the Guild set sights on LISDRotary International and the Knights of the Guild have developed a program designed to teach character to children in grades K through 8. The program, known as Early Act - First Knight, has been a big hit in the Lake Travis school district, and local Rotarians would like to start it up in Leander ISD as well.

River Place field gets makeoverRiver Place residents have probably noticed by now that the main sports field at Sun Tree is closed for repairs.

LISD: Private records may have been accessedCharles Wood, FPN

TCEQ takes input on water transfer to LeanderCharles Wood

City targets dam on Bullick Hollow Creek; Owner says pond is legal, benefits wildlifeA small body of water has become the source of a big dispute in the Four Points area.

Cedar Park gets new AT&T cell siteFor AT&T customers living in the Cedar Park area, making a call or using any kind of data on a cell phone just got a little bit easier. AT&T announced last week that a new cell site has come to Cedar Park.

Cedar Park draws protestersVisitors to the Cedar Park Post Office on Thursday, July 9, saw an event they don't often see in the community - a political protest. Members of the LaRouche political action committee displayed posters and handed out pamphlets opposing health care proposals of President Obama - from the left, not the right.

Easy RyderFreedom of the open road! Ryder Lucero, 5, rides in the Westside Preserve Fourth of July Parade on Saturday in Cedar Park. More than 100 of the neighborhood's children and parents decked out their bikes, scooters and strollers to ride in the parade.

Leander KOA celebrates grand openingThe public is invited to attend the Grand Opening celebration of the Leander/NW Austin KOA Kampground on Tuesday, July 14, from 6 p.m. to 9 pm.

Texas Stars to play Dallas Stars in pre-season game on Sept. 30Cedar Park will host a "Battle of the Stars" at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 30, as the National Hockey League (NHL) Dallas Stars take on their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate, the Texas Stars, in a pre-season exhibition game.

Texas Stars to play in West DivisionWhen the Texas Stars open their inaugural season this October in the new Cedar Park Center, they will be playing in the Western Division of the American Hockey League.

Sweet TreatsA ribbon cutting was recently held at Schlotzsky's Deli at the intersection of RM 1431 and U.S. 183 to welcome Cinnabon and Carvel Ice Cream to the store. Both stores are now selling their sweet products inside Schlotzsky's. The Cedar Park Chamber of Commerce was on hand to welcome the businesses.

Speaking outCedar Park resident Heather Long speaks during a press conference held at Cedar Park Regional Medical Center last week about the need for a national undiagnosed disease registry. Long, who lost her 5-year-old son Cal to an undiagnosed disease, has joined forces with Congressman John Carter (left) to try and get a bill passed to make the registry happen.

Veterans Memorial fundraiser now in full swingCedar Park plans to honor its veterans in a big way, with a memorial to be placed in the new Veterans Memorial Park, currently under development at 2525 New Hope Drive.

LISD confidential records may have been accessed by publicLeander ISD confirmed Tuesday that private records pertaining to its Special Education program may have been accessed without authorization.

Honoring America!Cities all around the nation celebrated America's independence on Saturday. Cedar Park held its 12th Annual Fourth of July festival and Leander held its annual LibertyFest. Here, the Leander City Council was on stage as the Pledge of Allegiance was said at the festival at the Crystal Falls Golf Course.

Honoring America!Cities all around the nation celebrated America's independence on Saturday. Cedar Park held its 12th Annual Fourth of July festival and Leander held its annual LibertyFest. Here, the Leander City Council was on stage as the Pledge of Allegiance was said at the festival at the Crystal Falls Golf Course.

Henry Middle School band advances to state competitionOn Saturday, June 20, the Henry Middle School Band program advanced from the Area level to the State level of competition in class CCC Honor Band. The top two ranked bands are sent as representatives from their Area to the State competition.

Cities ready for Fourth of July festivalsThe Fourth of July is always a festive day in the area, as many cities and neighborhoods join together to have fireworks, parades, games and lots of food to celebrate America's independence. This year proves to be just as busy as Cedar Park and Leander have celebrations planned for residents to enjoy.

CP may call charter amendment vote in NovemberCedar Park officials believe it's past time to update its founding document. The City Charter, which lays the ground rules for city government, hasn't been changed since it was written in 1987.