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Williamson County Commissioners Court approves 3% cost of living adjustment for elected officials
Though the commissioners court only voted on a 3% COLA for elected county officials, they also discussed the broader compensation package that will be submitted during the 2025 budget proposal. (Parks Kugle/Community Impact) Williamson County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a 3% cost of living adjustment for elected officials during a...
LTISD 2024 AP exam scores signify improved student performance
Kathy Burbank, LTISD director of accountability and assessment, addressed 2024 AP scores with the board of trustees at a July 17 meeting. (Anna Deardorff/Community Impact) Lake Travis ISD saw a slight increase in the number of students who passed Advanced Placement exams this May, which was discussed at a July 17 board of trustees meeting.
Pflugerville ISD board approves application for flexible schedule program
Pflugerville ISD alternative high school PACE first implemented the Optional Flexible School Day Program during the 2023-24 school year. (Brittany Anderson/Community Impact) Pflugerville ISD is set to implement a program for the second year in a row to help more students graduate by providing flexible school schedule options. The board...
The latest on 10 new, upcoming, and recently closed Bastrop spots
Nerida Carrillo opened her second Taqueria 95 location in the former Yoli’s Tacos & More Catering location. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact) Bastrop County has more options coming soon ranging from new sushi, ramen and tea options to a gluten-free restaurant and more. Now Open. The woman-owned taco truck opened at...
Bastrop museum earns more accolades, named top-three finalist for Austin Community’s Choice Awards
A World War II exhibit is one of many options at the Bastrop County Museum and Visitor Center. (Courtesy Bastrop County Historical Society) The Bastrop Museum and Visitor Center was recently announced as a top-three finalist for the Austin Community's Choice Awards. This marks the third recognition the museum has...
Q&A: What to know about Texas public school funding challenges
Community Impact spoke with Raise Your Hand Texas’ Bob Popinski about how school districts spend their money and what Texans can expect during next year’s legislative session. (Courtesy Raise Your Hand Texas) As July comes to a close, many Texas families are preparing to send their children back...
New Liberty Hill ISD campuses near completion ahead of 2024-25 school year
In August, over 600 students will attend Tiera Rosa Elementary—the district's seventh elementary school opening in the Santa Rita Ranch subdivision. (Chloe Young/Community Impact) Several construction projects in Liberty Hill ISD are nearing completion as the beginning of the 2024-25 school year approaches. LHISD Director of Construction Dustin Akin...
The Dog Wizard mobile training services arrive to Lake Travis
The Dog Wizard offers customized, science-driven dog training sessions within the home, according to franchise owners Terry and Liberty Kenney. (Courtesy The Dog Wizard) The mobile pet training service The Dog Wizard began serving the Lake Travis area on June 24. The Dog Wizard offers customized, science-driven dog training sessions...
IREP Resale thrift store now open in South Austin
IREP Resale opened on June 1. (Courtesy IREP Junk Removal) IREP Resale is now open on South Congress Avenue. The thrift store is the brick-and-mortar shop of IREP Junk Removal. The acronym stands for "I Recycle Everything Possible." The junk removal business sells secondhand items, such as furniture, clothes, electronics and more.
Austinites likely to face 13 ballot measures on government, election rules this November
Austinites will likely be voting on more than a dozen changes to various city rules this fall. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) In addition to the races for mayor and five City Council seats, Austinites will likely consider more than a dozen ballot measures to adjust city election and government processes this November.
Locally-owned sushi truck opens in downtown Buda
Faster Bryan Sushi is located at 400 N. Main St., in Buda. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) A new food truck called Faster Bryan Sushi has opened at Cambria and Jordan's Rail Switch food truck park in downtown Buda. Locally owned by Linda Hermanita, Faster Bryan Sushi offers an assortment of...
What you need to know about Kyle's indoor, outdoor sportsplex
The champion field would be north of the indoor sportsplex. (Rendering courtesy city of Kyle) Editors note: This article was updated to include the preliminary cost estimates of the indoor sportsplex, also referred to as the regional sportsplex facility. Kyle City Council received a visioning and feasibility study presentation from...
Austin receives $47.9M grant from EPA towards transportation pollution
Austin officials will use federal grant dollars to reduce traffic-related pollution caused by disruptions in flow from planned large-scale mobility projects, which will break ground in coming years. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) Your daily commute through Austin traffic might be a little different as the city of Austin and the Texas...
Check out these 14 Round Rock business updates
Locally owned by Corey Wertenberger and Mike Scheschuk, the Round Rock coffee shop first opened in December 2015. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Learn more about new businesses coming to the area, including new coffee and dining options. Now open. The luxury shoe and accessory retailer opened in the Round Rock Premium...
Paul Peña Park improvements complete in San Marcos
Cecilia Pena unveiled the park's improvements with a ribbon cutting on July 19 alongside city staff and officials. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) The city of San Marcos and community members came together on July 19 to celebrate the completion of improvements made to Paul Peña Park, located at 1209 Crystal River Parkway.
Bond Motor Works brings Mercedes Benz, BMW repair services to Liberty Hill
Bond Motor Works offers automotive repair services for German-made vehicles. (Courtesy Bond Motor Works) A general automotive repair shop catering to German-made vehicles opened July 10 in Liberty Hill. Bond Motor Works repairs a wide range of problems such as transmission and suspension issues, oil leaks and power steering pump...
Treat trailer Pawstin Barkery closes after 2 years
The Pawstin Barkery offered handmade dog treats near the Onion Creek Greenbelt trail. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) After two years of treating hungry dogs near the Onion Creek Greenbelt, the Pawstin Barkery trailer permanantly closed July 21. Owner Josh Storlie opened the trailer in March 2022, with the goal of providing...
Crews continue construction on Cedar Park Public Library
Library Director Julia Mitschke points out features of the new building, which she said is designed to feel warm and serve as Cedar Park's front porch. (Claire Shoop/Community Impact) Cedar Park’s new public library at the Bell District is under construction and expected to open to the public this fall,...
Cheese-centric cafe Spread & Co finds new location in East Austin's Cherrywood neighborhood
Rosemary and Austin Ewald own Spread & Co. offering elaborate cheese boards and soon lunch and coffee. (Courtesy Spread & Co.) Austin's first grazing board company turned cheese-centric cafe. closed its Jefferson Square Shopping Center location May 26, in order to "pivot" with expanded hours and offer more to-go options,...
Sushi Zoa offers unique dining experience to Hutto residents
An omakase offering that comes with blue fish tuna, salmon belly, yellowtail, stripe bass and imported Japanese fruit. (Gracie Warhurst/Community Impact) Jay Chung started out as a chef 24 years ago, making dishes for his family to test out his recipes. Now, he’s not only the executive chef for the Asian fusion restaurant Sushi Zoa, but the owner as well.
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