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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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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. … more
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 … more
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. Fourth-grader … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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. … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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 … more
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