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Local gas prices dropped ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday and continued falling in the days after, down to an average of $2.65 per gallon of regular unleaded this Tuesday.

Gas prices down more than 12 cents in the last week

Average gasoline prices dropped just ahead of last week's Thanksgiving holiday and continued to fall in the days since. Overall, the price of a gallon of regular unleaded is down more than 12 cents … more

Staff Reports | 11/30/22

Wheel Of Fortune Live! will make an appearance at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on January 25. Mark L. Walberg and Clay Aiken have been announced as hosts of North American tour dates.

Wheel of Fortune Live! coming to H-E-B Center in January

“Wheel of Fortune LIVE!,” an all-new theatrical experience, is going on tour across North America and will stop in the Austin area at H-E-B Center at Cedar Park on Jan. 25. The all-new live … more

Contributed Report | 11/30/22

Cedar Park man sentenced to 45 years in prison for 2019 murder of his wife

A Cedar Park man has been sentenced to 45 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to the 2019 murder of his wife.Samuel Byrd, 35, pleaded guilty on Nov. 14 to the murder of 30-year-old Amanda Gordon … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 11/29/22

The Larkspur development in Leander, Texas.

Wilco approves Leander ISD, Liberty Hill ISD land swap

Some Liberty Hill ISD students may end up moving over to Leander ISD following Williamson County approving a land swap agreement between the two school districts that will detach a small portion of … more

By Clayton Kelley, Staff Writer | 11/29/22

The historic Leander Grocery building suffered over $350,000 in damages Sunday, Nov. 27, 2022, during a fire that firefighters believe started in the attic.

Historic Leander Grocery store suffers $350,000 in damage in weekend fire

The historic Leander Grocery building suffered over $350,000 in damages during an early Sunday morning fire.The building itself was built in the 1950s along with the row of other historic buildings … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 11/29/22

Austin woman receives life sentence for 2019 murder of Cedar Park airman

An Austin woman was found guilty and sentenced to life in prison on Oct. 10 for the 2019 murder of a 22-year-old Cedar Park airman.Elanna Wilkes was one of three individuals charged with first-degree … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 11/29/22

Construction workers continue construction on the first vertical structures at the planned $715 million Northline mixed-use development, which will be situated within Leander's Transit Oriented Development (TOD) zone adjacent to the Leander Station on the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority's rail system. When complete, the project will feature 225,000 sq. ft. of retail space, 1.9 million sq. ft. of office space, 2,150 apartment units, 250 townhomes, plus hotels and a variety of parks, civic spaces, playscapes and trails. The City of Leander is considering potentially building its next City Hall in the development.

Vertical construction underway for $715M Northline development; Town Square, Northline Circle construction planned for 2023

Vertical construction is rapidly progressing in the planned $715 million, 116-acre Northline mixed-use development in Leander. The project broke ground in March 2020 and completed its initial … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 11/28/22

The Round Rock ISD Lillie Delgado Administration Building in Round Rock, Texas, April 28, 2022.

Round Rock ISD opens applications for 2023 Early College High School

Round Rock ISD has opened applications for the district's Early College High School for students who would enroll as a freshman in the 2023-24 school year. "Students attending Early College High … more

Staff Reports | 11/28/22

Julie Kiley appointed Williamson County Auditor

Julie Kiley has been appointed to serve as the Williamson County auditor following the retirement of County Auditor Jerri Jones in December. Under Texas law, the county auditor is appointed by the … more

Staff Reports | 11/28/22

Vandegrift band and dance team performs at Macy's Day Parade in New York

The Vandegrift High School Band and Vision Dance Team performed at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City last week. more

11/27/22

Williamson County Precinct 2 Commissioner Cynthia Long during the Dec. 21, 2021 regular session of the court.

WilCo commissioners recognizes Geography Awareness Week/GIS Day

On Tuesday, Nov. 15, the Williamson County’s Commissioners Court recognized Nov. 14 through Nov. 18 as Geography Awareness Week. Additionally, the Commissioners Court proclaimed Wednesday, Nov. 16, … more

Staff Reports | 11/26/22

Getting the flu vaccine is one of the best ways to fight the spread of influenza, which can be deadly for children, the elderly, and those with weakened or underdeveloped immune systems.

Health district urges public to take precautions against respiratory illness

Due to a sharp increase in respiratory illness activity, including respiratory syncytial virus and seasonal influenza, Williamson County and Cities Health District is urging the public to follow … more

Staff Reports | 11/24/22

APD makes arrests in series of storage unit burglaries

The Austin Police Department Residential Burglary Unit has arrested Michael Dominic Ruiz, Daniel Gabriel Milner, Rex Daniel Fagile, and Renata Ava Shepherd for multiple storage unit burglaries … more

Staff Reports | 11/23/22

The Vandegrift High School Marching Band Performing earlier this year at the Festival of Bands

Vandergrift HS Marching Band will play Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this Thursday

After being unable to perform in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Vandergrift High School’s marching band will be one of five featured bands performing in New York … more

By Clayton Kelley, Staff Writer | 11/22/22

Leander High School, seen on Sept. 29. 2022, Leander, Texas. Leander ISD's A.C. Bible Stadium is to the left.

Massive Growth in LISD Causes the Board to Re-Zone

After looking at the annual demographic reports during a workshop meeting Nov. 15, Leander Independent School District saw that the largest growth in student enrollment among school districts in the … more

By Clayton Kelley, Staff Writer | 11/22/22

WilCo's regional animal shelter says it is at a critical capacity point for dogs and is asking for people to consider adopting or fostering a pet to help alleviate space.

WCRAS at critical capacity, asks community for help

The Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter said it is experiencing an extremely critical space crisis for their dogs. After receiving double digits of animals for six out of the last seven days, … more

Staff Reports | 11/22/22

A white middle school teacher in Pflugerville ISD was placed on leave after telling his students that his race was "superior."

White Pflugerville ISD teacher on leave after telling Black students his race is ‘superior’

A white Pflugerville ISD teacher in Texas was placed on leave after a video posted online showed him telling Black students his race is “superior,” according to KXAN-TV.“Deep down in my heart, … more

By Michael Williams, The Dallas Morning News (TNS) | 11/22/22

A National Association of Counties analysis shows Williamson County's housing affordability through 2020.

Wilco Judge Gravell appointed to national housing affordability taskforce

Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell has been appointed to the National Association of Counties (NACo) Housing Task Force, which consists of over 30 county-level from across the U.S."I am honored to … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 11/22/22

The RM 2243 Wastewater Treatment Plant in Leander.

Leander accepts $3.5M in American Rescue Plan funding for reclaimed water system at Northline development

The Leander City Council accepted $3.5M in American Rescue Plan funding Thursday from Williamson County to fund a phased reclaimed water system that will service the planned $715 million Northline … more

By JOSH MONIZ, Senior Reporter | 11/21/22

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend flu shots for children 6 months and older.

Williamson County and Cities Health District calls for action to fight the flu by offering free flu shot clinics

Williamson County and Cities Health District is making it easier for residents to protect themselves from the flu this season by offering free flu shots for anyone aged six months or older.WCCHD … more

Staff Reports | 11/19/22

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