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Round Rock City Council Approves ‘The District’ Development

July 26, 2025

News Summary The Round Rock City Council has unanimously approved an ambitious project known as ‘The District,’ which will cover 1 million square feet in the area south of State...

Police and ambulance at the scene of a shooting in North Austin

Shooting Incident in North Austin Leaves One Injured

July 26, 2025

News Summary A man was shot and injured in North Austin early Thursday morning, with police responding swiftly to the incident on Abney Drive. The 18-year-old victim was taken to...

Busy urban street in Pflugerville with crosswalk

Pflugerville Pedestrian Fatality in Vehicle Crash

July 26, 2025

News Summary A tragic vehicle-pedestrian crash occurred on West Wells Branch Parkway in Pflugerville, resulting in one fatality. The crash took place late on Friday night, prompting emergency responders to...

Aerial view of flooded homes and emergency services in Central Texas

Central Texas Faces Catastrophic Flooding After July Storm

July 26, 2025

News Summary Central Texas is dealing with the devastating effects of severe flooding that resulted in at least 17 fatalities and left many individuals missing. The floods struck over the...

Law enforcement officers conducting a drug bust

Taylor Resident Sentenced to 43 Years for Cocaine Trafficking

July 25, 2025

News Summary A 47-year-old man from Taylor, Barry Deshawn White, was sentenced to 43 years in prison after being convicted of possession of cocaine with intent to deliver. The conviction...

Emergency response team assisting in flooded area in Texas

Texas Emergency Management Chief Discusses Flooding Response

July 24, 2025

News Summary Nim Kidd, chief of the Texas Department of Emergency Management, testified at a legislative hearing regarding the state’s emergency response to recent flooding in Hill Country. With over...

BUSINESS

Families celebrating July 4 with games and fireworks in Georgetown

Georgetown Sertoma Club Announces Family July 4 Celebration

July 26, 2025

News Summary The Georgetown Sertoma Club is set to host its 42nd annual Family July 4 Celebration at San Gabriel Park. The event features a full day of activities including...

Delicious fusion ramen from Ramen Del Barrio with Mexican and Japanese influences

Ramen Del Barrio to Open First Brick-and-Mortar Location in Austin

July 25, 2025

News Summary Ramen Del Barrio, a renowned fusion restaurant melding Japanese and Mexican cuisines, will open its first physical location at 2007 Kramer Ln., Suite 100, by the end of...

Students enjoying meals at school cafeteria in Georgetown

Georgetown School District Increases Meal Prices Amid Free Provision Initiative

July 25, 2025

News Summary The Georgetown Independent School District has announced a 10-cent increase in breakfast and lunch prices for students in the upcoming school year. Breakfast for elementary students will now...

Food truck serving authentic Vietnamese cuisine

Round Rock Welcomes Mom’s Banh Mi Food Truck

July 24, 2025

News Summary Round Rock residents can now enjoy authentic Vietnamese cuisine with the opening of Mom’s Banh Mi at Sunset on the Rise Food Truck Park. Launched on July 23,...

Aerial view of the proposed residential subdivision site in Leander, Texas.

Leander City Council Approves Zoning for New Subdivision

July 24, 2025

News Summary The Leander City Council has approved the zoning of approximately 52 acres for a residential subdivision near schools and growing neighborhoods. This decision reflects Leander’s commitment to expanding...

Firefighters participating in a fitness training session

Pflugerville Fire Department Appoints First Health and Fitness Coordinator

July 24, 2025

News Summary The Pflugerville Fire Department has appointed Vanessa Frost as its first health and fitness coordinator to address on-duty injuries, particularly cardiac arrest. This role aims to establish structured...

Exterior view of myDental facility in Georgetown, Texas

myDental to Open New Facility in Georgetown, Texas

July 24, 2025

News Summary myDental has announced its plans to open a new dental facility in Georgetown, Texas, conveniently located off Williams Drive. This development is aimed at serving the growing community,...

Burned hives at the American Honey Bee Protection Agency

American Honey Bee Protection Agency Faces Crisis After Fire

July 23, 2025

News Summary The American Honey Bee Protection Agency in Austin is urgently seeking assistance after a fire destroyed critical equipment and hives, causing damages over $100,000. The blaze, likely from...

Aerial view of Round Rock housing project with creek

Round Rock City Council Approves High-Density Housing Changes

July 23, 2025

News Summary The Round Rock City Council has approved amendments to the Arte Planned Unit Development, reducing the units from 410 to 350 to adapt to market changes. Rising construction...

Events/What's Happening

Grand opening of H-E-B and Daiso in Pflugerville

Pflugerville Welcomes New Shopping Experiences

July 26, 2025

News Summary Pflugerville is set to host grand openings for H-E-B and Daiso this November. H-E-B opens on November 13, featuring special offerings including Curbside Pickup and a BBQ area....

Families enjoying back-to-school events in Austin with fashion and community activities.

Austin Prepares for Back-to-School Season with Fashion and Community Events

July 26, 2025

News Summary As the back-to-school season approaches, Austin’s students and parents are getting ready with stylish fashion from local boutiques and community support events. August is filled with opportunities like...

Construction site for Round Rock Fire Station 10 with workers and equipment

Round Rock Breaks Ground on New Fire Station 10

July 26, 2025

News Summary Round Rock has officially started construction on the new Fire Station 10, a $9.1 million project aimed at enhancing fire and emergency services in the northeastern part of...

Families participating in a free vaccine clinic in Georgetown

Georgetown Independent School District Hosts Free Vaccine Clinic

July 26, 2025

News Summary Georgetown Independent School District is offering a free back-to-school vaccine clinic on August 2, 2025, at the Hammerlun Center for Leadership and Learning. This initiative will provide all...

Drive-thru coffee stand of 7 Brew in Leander with customers enjoying beverages

Leander Celebrates the Opening of 7 Brew Coffee Stand

July 25, 2025

News Summary Leander, Texas is set to welcome a new 7 Brew coffee stand on August 11, featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony with live music and a presentation for local heroes....

Pflugerville City Council discusses Project Nexus

Pflugerville City Council Discusses Project Nexus

July 24, 2025

News Summary The Pflugerville City Council and the Pflugerville Community Development Corporation held a special meeting to discuss Project Nexus, a transformative initiative aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and supporting...

Tim Hortons coffee shop exterior in Cedar Park, Texas

Cedar Park Welcomes Tim Hortons

July 23, 2025

News Summary Tim Hortons, the renowned Canadian coffee and donut chain, will open a new location in Cedar Park, Texas, as part of the Bell South commercial development. Set to...

Families participating in a back-to-school support event in Pflugerville

Pflugerville Prepares for Back-to-School Season with Community Support

July 22, 2025

News Summary As the back-to-school season nears, Pflugerville’s Fire Department and local schools are rallying community support to provide crucial supplies for students. Initiatives include school supply donations and the...

Kittens available for adoption at the Georgetown Public Library event

Georgetown Hosts Kitten Adoption Event

July 21, 2025

News Summary The Georgetown Public Library will host a kitten adoption event on August 6, providing a chance for animal lovers to meet and adopt adorable kittens. Organized with the...

CRIME

Police and ambulance at the scene of a shooting in North Austin

Shooting Incident in North Austin Leaves One Injured

July 26, 2025

News Summary A man was shot and injured in North Austin early Thursday morning, with police responding swiftly to the incident on Abney Drive. The 18-year-old victim was taken to...

Busy urban street in Pflugerville with crosswalk

Pflugerville Pedestrian Fatality in Vehicle Crash

July 26, 2025

News Summary A tragic vehicle-pedestrian crash occurred on West Wells Branch Parkway in Pflugerville, resulting in one fatality. The crash took place late on Friday night, prompting emergency responders to...

Law enforcement officers conducting a drug bust

Taylor Resident Sentenced to 43 Years for Cocaine Trafficking

July 25, 2025

News Summary A 47-year-old man from Taylor, Barry Deshawn White, was sentenced to 43 years in prison after being convicted of possession of cocaine with intent to deliver. The conviction...

Austin police officers investigating outside a venue after a shooting incident

Austin Police Seek Public Help in North Austin Shooting

July 24, 2025

News Summary The Austin Police Department is requesting assistance from the community to identify four suspects involved in a shooting in North Austin, which injured four individuals. The incident took...

Police investigation scene at a liquor store

Leander Police Investigate Multiple Theft Incidents and Shooting

July 24, 2025

News Summary Leander police are currently investigating several theft-related incidents, including a recent phone theft at a gas station and a shooting at a liquor store, resulting in a fatality....

Community gathering in Austin reflecting on recent tragedy

Tragic Fatal Shooting in North Austin

July 23, 2025

News Summary An 18-year-old man, Comarri Thompson, was fatally shot in North Austin as he sat in a vehicle with his girlfriend, who was also injured. The incident occurred early...

POLITICS

Gated community luxury home illustrating mortgage fraud implications

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton Faces Mortgage Fraud Allegations

July 24, 2025

News Summary Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife Angela are being accused of mortgage fraud for allegedly misrepresenting their properties’ residency status to secure lower interest rates. With...

Conceptual design of Williamson County Jail and Justice Center

Williamson County Plans New Jail and Justice Center

July 24, 2025

News Summary Williamson County, Texas, is actively searching for a location to expand its jail and justice center in response to anticipated population growth. Current facilities are nearing capacity, leading...

Aerial view of roads in Leander, Texas with varying conditions.

Leander City Council Approves Road Quality Assessment

July 23, 2025

News Summary The Leander City Council has approved a contract for a pavement assessment to evaluate roads in the city, addressing growing concerns about their condition. The initiative aims to...

Illustration of a legal document and gavel representing a property ownership dispute.

Central Texas Family Files Lawsuit to Reclaim Ancestral Home

July 17, 2025

News Summary The Alexander family in Central Texas has filed a 142-page lawsuit against developer Precise Custom Homes, claiming their ancestral home was unlawfully seized and demolished. The suit seeks...

City skyline of Austin with residential and commercial buildings

Travis County Addresses Rising Property Taxes and Inequities

July 16, 2025

News Summary The Travis County Commissioner’s Court met to discuss a petition to the Travis Central Appraisal District in light of rising residential property taxes causing public discontent. The court...

Lush landscape of Balcones Canyonlands Preserve

Leander District Delays Road Development Amid Concerns

July 16, 2025

News Summary The Leander Independent School District has postponed plans for a new road through the Balcones Canyonlands Preserve due to significant safety and environmental concerns. Local leaders and community...

Symbolic representation of Texas psychology licensing exam

Texas to Develop New Licensing Exam for Psychologists

July 14, 2025

News Summary The Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists plans to create a state-specific licensing exam for aspiring psychologists. This decision aims to address concerns over the high costs...

Leander flood recovery operations with emergency response teams.

Leander Strengthens Flood Recovery Collaboration with Travis County

July 13, 2025

News Summary Leander, Texas is enhancing its collaboration with Travis County to address flood relief efforts after significant resident dissatisfaction regarding the slow response to flooding crises. Mayor Christine DeLisle...

Severe storm clouds over Texas landscape preparing for flash floods

Governor Abbott Activates Emergency Resources for Severe Weather in Texas

July 12, 2025

News Summary In preparation for severe weather and flash flooding, Governor Greg Abbott has activated state emergency resources and mobilized rescue teams across Texas. The National Weather Service warns of...

SPORTS

New baseball training facility in Georgetown Texas

Infinite Hitting Opening New Location in Georgetown

July 11, 2025

News Summary Infinite Hitting is expanding with a new facility opening in Georgetown, Texas in August 2025. This state-of-the-art location aims to serve local athletes and baseball fans, fostering skill...

Participants attending a pesticide applicator training session

Georgetown Hosts Pesticide Applicator Training

June 21, 2025

News Summary The Williamson County AgriLife Extension Office invites landowners and agricultural producers to an in-person Private Pesticide Applicator Training on July 11. Scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m....

Community members attending the Memorial Day ceremony in Round Rock

Round Rock Memorial Day Ceremony 2025

April 11, 2025

News Summary Round Rock is gearing up for a heartfelt Memorial Day celebration on May 26, 2025. This free event will honor the sacrifices made by servicemen and women. Residents...

Players competing in a disc golf tournament in Austin, Texas

Austin Hosts the 10th Season of the Disc Golf Pro Tour

March 24, 2025

News Summary The Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) is set to kick off its 10th season in Austin, Texas, with the MVP’s 2025 Open from March 20 to 23. This...

A lively sports bar with fans watching the game

Discover Top Sports Bars in Round Rock for Game Day

January 26, 2025

News Summary Round Rock offers a vibrant selection of sports bars perfect for game day excitement. From upscale dining at B-Lux Grill & Bar to the lively atmosphere of Anchor...

Baseball MVP Debate

Philadelphia Sparks Debate Over NL MVP Honors Amid Castellanos’ Support for Iglesias

January 14, 2025

Philadelphia Sparks Debate Over NL MVP Honors In the bustling atmosphere of Philadelphia, the baseball chatter has been buzzing around a bold statement made by Nick Castellanos, outfielder for the...

Celebration in Arena

Sacramento Kings Ignite Fan Excitement with Thrilling Win Streak

January 14, 2025

Sacramento Kings Fans Getting Fired Up Over Recent Win Streak Hey there, basketball enthusiasts! If you’ve been keeping an eye on the Sacramento Kings, you might have noticed something pretty...

Eagles Celebration Moment

Philadelphia Eagles Secure Wild Card Victory Amid Controversial Saquon Barkley Decision

January 13, 2025

Philadelphia Eagles vs. New York Giants: A Wild Card Game to Remember This past Sunday in Philadelphia, the excitement surrounding the NFL Wild Card game was palpable. Fans packed the...

Victory Celebration Moment

Rookie QB Jayden Daniels Leads Commanders to Thrilling Playoff Victory Over Buccaneers

January 13, 2025

Tampa Bay, Florida – A Rookie Sensation Shocks the NFL Well, folks, you just never know what to expect in the wild world of the NFL, and Sunday night gave...

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