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Double homicide shooting survivor Jaclyn Burden, 24, is finally able to walk after a year and a half of recovery and rehabilitation.

Double homicide survivor shares her story

More than a year and a half after a double homicide shooting, survivor Jaclyn Burden, 24, met with the first responders who saved her life.Burden said March 15, 2017 was the most terrifying day of … more

By KAYLA BOUCHARD, Hill Country News | 11/2/18

Erika Pratt, executive director of Samaritan Health Care, brings her passion for helping people to providing health care services to the uninsured.

The Samaritan of Cedar Park

Erika Pratt is passionate about the work she does at Samaritan Health Ministries. Starting her career as a secretary for a hospital in Waco, Pratt completed her degree at Baylor. She went on to work … more

By MADISON MATOUS, Contributing Writer | 4/26/18

For nine years Bill White made sure the ice was smoothe as glass for the AHL Texas Stars at the H-E-B Center.

One last run on the ice

Bill White’s last turn around the ice was just as sweet as his first. The longtime Zamboni driver retired last Friday, April 13, after nine years of driving the Zamboni at H-E-B Center in Cedar … more

By HARRISON FUNK, HCN Interim Managing Editor | 4/19/18

Baty’s love of frozen yogurt led her to add small business owner to her already impressive title of chief nursing officer at Cedar Park Medical Center.

Krista Baty – Chance opportunity leads to unlikely path

It’s safe to say that there’s never a dull moment for Krista Baty. Not only is she the chief nursing officer at the Cedar Park Medical Center, but she is also the owner of FroYoz, the local … more

By MADISON MATOUS | 4/5/18

Awestruck students observe a re-creation of a volcano erupting using vinegar, baking soda, and food coloring.

S.T.E.A.M. Week volcano experiments prove learning fun

"Learning needs to be fun. That’s the predominant philosophy behind the Goddard School,” according to Butch Aggen, owner of the Cedar Park school. more

by HARRISON FUNK, HCN Interim Managing Editor | 3/15/18

Optometrist Jodie West, of Texas Family Eyecare, was recognized by the Leander Chamber of Commerce as an ambassador for her community service.

Ambassador of Leander: Optometrist Jodie West recognized as one of Leander's leaders

From the moment Jodie West moved her optometrist practice, Texas Family Eyecare to Leander in 2008, she knew she wanted to get involved with the humble community. more

By MADISON MATOUS, Contributing Writer | 2/22/18

Andy Carver (left) presents Billie Tips (right) with a bouquet of flowers during social hour at Lakeline Oaks in Cedar Park, Friday, Feb. 2. Carver has made it a weekly tradition to buy flowers for widowed women in the retirement community in tribute to his wife.

The flowers man: Lakeline Oaks resident surprises ladies with flowers every week

Since July of last year, 84-year-old Andy Carver has made it his mission to buy a bouquet of flowers each week and give them to a widowed woman resident at Lakeline Oaks as a surprise. No one knows who it will be, they just know “Andy is the flower man.”

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By NICK BROTHERS, HCN Managing Editor | 2/14/18

No vets left behind: Judy Pierce and Heroes Night Out make the transition home from service a little easier

Judy Pierce and her husband run Heroes Night Out, an organization that hopes to make the transition from military to civilian life a little easier. more

By MADISON MATOUS, Contributing Writer | 1/26/18

A.C. Bible leaves behind Leander legacy

Arthur Calvin Bible, the namesake of Bible Stadium at Leander High School, passed away last week at the age of 99, leaving behind a legacy of influence and community stewardship in Leander. more

By NICK BROTHERS, HCN Managing Editor

| 1/9/18

Karen Faulkner, president of Student Charities, works to ensure Leander ISD students don't go home hungry. For children that rely on being able to eat breakfast and lunch at school, the extended break often means missing meals. Student Charities' backpack and winter food box programs provide meals for the two weeks of holidays for families.

Feeding families: Karen Faulkner of Student Charities provides consistency in the lives of hungry students

Karen Faulkner has been working as a registrar for Leander ISD for more than 20 years. After noticing that students were often hungry in the classroom, she decided to do something about it. more

By MADISON MATOUS, Contributing Writer | 12/28/17

Families pose with Santa during Cedar Park's Santa's Workshop, Dec. 1, 2017.

Making spirits bright: 72,000 lights illuminate Heritage Oak Tree in Cedar Park

All at once, tens of thousands of white lights wrapped around a century-old oak tree lit up at Heritage Oak Park on a warm Dec. 1 evening in Cedar Park. more

Photos by NICK BROTHERS

| 12/7/17

Pam Waggoner, LISD Board of Trustees President

Pam Waggoner: Leading Lady of Leander ISD

Pam Waggoner held many roles in multiple organizations all of which work towards the goal of a better future for LISD students. more

By MADISON MATOUS, Contributing Writer

| 12/1/17

The annual Holiday Tree lighting in Cedar Park's Heritage Oak Park will feature carriage rides, games and Santa, Dec. 1.

Here's what to do in Cedar Park and Leander for the holidays

Whether you’re looking for a festive event to take the family to get some photos with santa or looking to take in some arts flavor, here are several local upcoming events sure to make your holidays bright.

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By NICK BROTHERS, HCN Managing Editor | 11/30/17

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