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Plans for housing development move forward in Taylor amid booming growth
TAYLOR, Texas — Plans for a massive housing and industrial development in Taylor are moving forward. At the July 11 meeting, the Taylor City Council approved the next step for developer Megatel to build 1,000 homes and an industrial park near U.S. 79 and Lorax Road. "It's just in...
Commissioner: Efforts to remove Confederate statue in Georgetown a 'no-win' situation
Protestors say they are still asking Williamson County commissioners to remove the statue of a Confederate soldier erected on the courthouse lawn in 1916, but at least one official said that is not likely to happen. "It's a real dilemma," said Commissioner Terry Cook. "I know the (Commissioners) Court doesn't want to...
City of Taylor moves to Stage 3 water restrictions
TAYLOR, Texas — The city of Taylor has moved into Stage 3 water restrictions. It comes after the Brazos River Authority announced some of its pumps went down at Lake Granger. The Brazos River Authority supplies water to about 60,000 customers in Central Texas, including the city of Taylor,...
New Trail to Connect Leander to Round Rock as Williamson County Enhances Greenway Connectivity
In a move towards enhancing inter-city connectivity and outdoor recreation, Williamson County unfolds plans for a new trail that aims to bridge Leander and Round Rock. The projected path will run through a greenbelt in Vista Oaks, a measure that invites opinion from the residents of the neighborhood it will affect most directly. This latest endeavor is set out to foster easier access between communities, parks, and educational institutions.
River Ranch County Park launches '20-miler challenge'
Williamson County’s newest park, River Ranch County Park, is celebrating its first anniversary on July 22, 2024. To celebrate this milestone and promote healthy living and outdoor activity, they’re launching a 20-Miler Challenge. The 20-Miler Challenge asks participants to run, walk, or hike 20 miles of River Ranch...
Phase 2 of Kelly Lane improvements halfway complete
Phase 2 construction is expected to be completed in early 2025.(Community Impact staff) Construction on phase 2 of the project to widen Kelly Lane in Pflugerville is roughly halfway complete, according to a city of Pflugerville announcement. The details. The improvement project on Kelly Lane includes widening the previous two-lane...
Austin Wildlife Rescue takes in over 70 birds from Houston after Hurricane Beryl
ELGIN, Texas - Austin Wildlife Rescue welcomed 76 birds from Houston following Hurricane Beryl. Austin Wildlife Rescue in Elgin said staff already have their hands full, with around 17,000 animals currently in its care. "Our mission here at Austin Wildlife Rescue is to take in orphaned, injured, or sick native...
Georgetown ISD to Host Back-to-School Vaccination Clinic July 20, 2024
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS – Georgetown ISD will host a free vaccination clinic on Saturday, July 20 from 10 am – 2 pm at the Hammerlun Center for Leadership and Learning, 507 E. University Ave., Georgetown. All vaccines will be free, through the Texas Vaccines for Children (TVFC) program or...
Pflugerville releases draft for downtown streetscape master plan
The Streetscape Master Plan draft lays out recommendations and analysis of improvement opportunities for Downtown Pflugerville’s streets. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact) The city of Pflugerville has released a draft of its Downtown Streetscape Master Plan, a part of a larger Downtown Action Plan to continually revitalize the city. What is...
Round Rock to fund low-income programs with federal dollars
The city of Round Rock will allocate $30,000 to provide families with assistance at the Round Rock Area Service Center's food pantry. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) The city of Round Rock will use federal grant dollars to assist a local food pantry, provide housing assistance and build park improvements, among other projects.
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