Texas schools have leaned on uncertified teachers to fill vacancies. Lawmakers want to put a stop to it.
Lawmakers want to turn the tide on the growing number of unprepared and uncertified teachers by restricting who can lead Texas classrooms. But school leaders worry those limits will leave them with …
Former Longhorn Xavier Worthy arrested then released in Williamson County
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy was arrested and later released in Williamson County. Worthy, a former standout at the University of Texas, was arrested in Williamson County on Friday …
“Dicker the Kicker” : Cameron Dicker’s Journey to the NFL
Cameron Dicker’s path from a globe-trotting childhood to his current position as the Los Angeles Chargers’ standout kicker is anything but conventional. Recently nominated by his team for …
SOPA Austin performing "Little Women - The Broadway Musical" in Cedar Park
Shine on Performing Arts (SOPA) will soon be performing "Little Women - The Broadway Musical" at the Shine On Performing Arts Center at 1200 Toro Grande Blvd #100 in Cedar Park. The show, based …
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Round Rock approves designer for $28 million expansion for Hwy. 79
The city of Round Rock will spend $28 million to expand Highway 79. The City Council recently approved a company for engineering work and will collaborate with the Texas Department of Transportation …
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Williamson County Judge resigns to join Trump administration
Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell last week announced his resignation in order to accept a new role …
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Lago Vista meets with school district to discuss adding SRO
Last week, Lago Vista Interim City Manager Taylor Whichard met with Lago Vista Independent School …
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17th Run the Ranch helps local families with special needs
Six-year-old Hudson Schmidt has faced many medical challenges. He was born with congenital heart defects …
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Long-time Leander Council members Pantalion-Parker, Czernek not running for reelection; Newcomer member McDonald running for reelection to Place 3
Long-time Leander City Council members Kathryn Pantalion-Parker and Chris Czernek have announced they …
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Travis County deputy shoots, kills man who held wife at gunpoint in Leander
Travis County Sheriff's Office deputies shot and killed a man who held his wife at gunpoint in …
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UPDATE 2: Cedar Park Police: Sunday night shooting incident suspect found, deceased; Victim was also killed
UPDATED 1:36 p.m on Feb. 3 The Hill Country News will update this story when more information …
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FELINE FRAUD: Cedar Park woman sentenced for smuggling drugs into U.S. to mislead cat owners; Order to forfeit $4M in assets, Leander ranch
A Cedar Park woman was sentenced to one year of probation after she pleaded guilty on Monday, Jan. …
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BCRUA prepares to tackle massive expansion in coming years; Leander ends water restrictions
The Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority (BCRUA) is preparing for a massive expansion of its …
Round Rock ISD honors 2025 teachers and paraprofessionals of the year
Round Rock ISD is recognizing its Teachers of the Year (ToY) and Paraprofessionals of the Year (PoY), celebrating these educators’ contributions to students and the community. Each year, …
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Michelle Dean named Joe Lee Johnson Elementary Principal
Michelle Dean is the new principal of Joe Lee Johnson Elementary School. Dean brings 34 years of …
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Leander ISD board approves names for new buildings
The Leander ISD Board of Trustees approved names for two new buildings, the Denise Geiger Compass Center …
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Texas school districts hopeful lawmakers will help plug $1.7 billion gap in special education funding
Texas school districts are hoping changes under consideration at the Texas Legislature will help them …
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Texas Democrats criticize school leaders for being too “nice” about their funding needs
A group of Texas superintendents this week had an opportunity to argue why lawmakers should …
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Round Rock ISD hosting teacher job fair April 5
New and experienced educators are invited to the Round Rock ISD Teacher Job Fair on Saturday, April …
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Texas may change how schools select library books. Critics say it could lead to more bans.
A bill that would give parents more power over which books their children can read in public school …
Vandegrift boys drop 6A semifinal to Flower Mound
Vandegrift's girls soccer team has won a state title in two appearances at the state tournament. The Viper boys soccer team finally got its opportunity last week, bringing a 22-2-2 record into its …
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Glenn boys fall to Frisco Wakeland in state semifinal
In a remarkable rise from a winless 2020 season, the Glenn boys soccer team posted an undefeated 13-0-1 …
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Three Leander ISD soccer teams reach state tournament
Three Leander ISD soccer teams will compete for a state championship this weekend, with teams from …
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Verde & Black continue hot streak with 4-1 win over LA Galaxy
After a dismal start to the 2024 campaign, no Major League Soccer team is hotter right now than Austin FC. The Verde & Black have led the league …
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Top-ranked Longhorns push winning streak to 9 with sweep of Kansas
It took the first three full innings of Sunday’s 7-0 win over Kansas for the Texas offense to get rolling. But once the Longhorns took the …
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Rigoni's late winner gives Austin FC first road win in 11 months
Q2 Stadium is one of the more imposing places for opponents to play. A league-leading 57 straight sellout crowds helps, but on the pitch, Austin …
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Round Rock takes series finale with 5-3 win over Sugar Land
The Round Rock Express (9-12) picked up a Sunday victory over the Sugar Land Space Cowboys (14-7) by a score of 5-3 in the final game of the …
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Driussi scores last-minute game winner to lift Austin FC to second straight victory
Austin FC captain Sebastián Driussi scored the latest goal in Club history in the 101st minute to lift Austin FC to a 4-3 win against the San …
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Austin nets first win of the season against FC Dallas
Second half goals from Julio Cascante and Diego Rubio helped Austin FC to a 2-1 win over FC Dallas on Saturday night at Q2 Stadium in the first …
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Glenn boys fall to Frisco Wakeland in state semifinal
In a remarkable rise from a winless 2020 season, the Glenn boys soccer team posted an undefeated 13-0-1 …
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Three Leander ISD soccer teams reach state tournament
Three Leander ISD soccer teams will compete for a state championship this weekend, with teams from …
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Commentary: Take Pride in who we are as a community
The hard work of seeing beyond our past and embracing a diverse, inclusive future is never done. Whether it's two steps forward and one …
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Commentary: Fond memories of our Fourth of July gatherings
I miss watching the spectacular fireworks display at Eddie G’s house every Fourth of July. Eddie G. was my grandmother’s longtime companion. …
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Commentary: Let the 4th Inspire You
Happy 4th of July to my fellow Texans! This week, as we light up our barbecue pits to grill, and the sky with our fireworks to celebrate, it is …
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Commentary: This is the stuff some want to whitewash
If you’re bored by the pablum that passes for conversation on sports broadcasts – if, like me, you’re long past fed up with all the …
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Commentary: It's time to put Americans' health decisions back in our own hands
We all deserve the right to make informed decisions about our own health. That right has been in danger for years — and since the Supreme …
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Commentary: Crypto scams are rampant. The industry needs regulation.
A recent bill passed by the House of Representatives claims to regulate the cryptocurrency industry and protect consumers. But the bill is a …
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