WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas — Williamson County Emergency Communications has earned dual accreditation as a Center of Excellence for both fire and police dispatch from the International Academies …
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Amber Erickson has been named the next executive director of the Williamson County and Cities Health District (WCCHD), the Board of Health announced this week.
Erickson comes to Williamson …
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Leander ISD students were recognized for their creative achievements in the 2025 UIL State Theatrical Design Competition, earning top placements across multiple categories.
Vista Ridge High …
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The Texas Music Office has officially designated Cedar Park as a Music Friendly Texas Certified Community, recognizing the city’s commitment to supporting musicians, venues and music-related …
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6/19/25
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The Round Rock Police Department is accepting applications for its next Citizens Police Academy, a 12-week program that offers community members an in-depth look at local law enforcement operations.
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ROUND ROCK, Texas — The City of Round Rock is now accepting applications for appointments to its local boards and commissions, with a deadline set for 5 p.m. on July 1.
These volunteer …
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Two students from Cactus Ranch Elementary claimed first-place awards in their respective grade levels during the 2025 Austin PBS Writers Contest, the district announced June 9.
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Leander ISD is pleased to announce Lauren Meeks as the district’s new assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, after the Board of Trustees approved her hiring at Thursday …
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The Austin City Council has approved $104 million for the “Cap and Stitch” initiative on Interstate 35 (I-35).
On May 22, the council voted 8-2, with one abstention, committing the …
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6/19/25
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The Texas Bullion Depository, housed in a secure 40,000-square-foot facility in Leander, is now authorized to store precious metal assets tied to individual retirement accounts (IRAs), officials …
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ROUND ROCK, Texas — The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees on June 3 approved the district’s compensation plan for the 2025–26 school year, adapting to new state funding rules enacted …
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LAGO VISTA, Texas — Darren Webb, who has served as superintendent of Lago Vista ISD since January 2015, announced plans to retire effective June 30, 2026, the school board said in a June 10 …
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CEDAR PARK, Texas — Firefly Aerospace has received a $50 million investment from Northrop Grumman to support development of the Eclipse medium launch vehicle, the companies announced May 29.
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ROUND ROCK, Texas — The Round Rock Public Library has received Tech Logic Corporation’s People First Award, recognizing the library’s commitment to community-centered service and …
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6/12/25
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AUSTIN, Texas — Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar announced Monday that state sales tax revenue totaled $4.2 billion in May, a 4.7% increase over May 2024.
“State sales tax collections …
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6/12/25
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Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick was clear from the start.
Weeks before this year’s legislative session began, and before he announced any other priorities, the Republican Senate leader said he wanted …
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By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune
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6/12/25
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Westside Elementary has been recertified as a Leader in Me Lighthouse School, marking its sixth consecutive year earning the distinction for leadership and innovation.
The Lighthouse …
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6/12/25
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Leander ISD students earned top honors across a range of academic events at the 2025 UIL State Academic Meet, with standout performances from multiple high schools.
In the 5A Conference, Rouse …
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6/12/25
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Leander ISD will provide free summer meals for children and eligible students with disabilities as part of the Seamless Summer Option nutrition program administered by the Texas Department of …
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6/12/25
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A largely peaceful march in downtown Austin on Monday condemning the uptick in immigrant detentions across the country dispersed when law enforcement fired tear gas into a portion of the crowd that …
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By Ayden Runnels, The Texas Tribune
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6/12/25
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