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Commentary: A stylish way to improve men’s health and wellbeing

Hopefully, the rugged beard I’ve been sporting will motivate at least one of my fellow men to take better care of his health this November. Every November, you see, two charitable … more

By Tom Purcell, Guest Columnist | 11/7/23

Vandegrift' high school's Hudson Haley finished second in the Class 6A boys race at the UIL State Cross Country Meet.

Vandegrift girls win silver, three Leander ISD athletes medal at state cross country meet

The Vandegrift boys cross country team finished second and earned a silver medal at the UIL State Cross Country meet in Round Rock on Saturday, while Cedar Park's Isabel Conde de Frankenburg finished … more

Staff Reports | 11/6/23

Vandegrift head coach Drew Sanders and the Vipers advanced to the postseason for the 11th straight season and will host Lake Travis in the bi-district round of the playoffs on Friday.

High school football recaps

Vandegrift, Vista Ridge, Cedar Park and Rouse all earned trips to the postseason, with Vandegrift capturing the District 25-6A title after an undefeated regular season. Vista Ridge finished second in … more

Staff Reports | 11/4/23

Baylor head coach Dave Aranda and the Bears (3-5) will match up with the Houston Cougars (3-5) for the first time since 1995 when the Cougars come to McLane Stadium for a 2:30 p.m. kickoff.

This week's football schedule

HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL: Friday: Leander (2-7) at East View (3-6) Birkelbach Field, 7 p.m. Cedar Park (6-3) vs Georgetown (6-3) Gupton Stadium, 7 p.m. Glenn (2-7) vs A&M … more

Staff Reports | 11/2/23

Voters line up to enter the polling place at the Leander Public Library during the late afternoon on Election Day, Nov. 8, 2022, in Leander, Texas. The 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. hour was the busiest across Williamson County, where more than 57,000 voters cast a ballot on Election Day, bringing the total including early voting to over 213,000 and a turnout of more than 51%.

Williamson County election official no longer with county after ballot error results in 18 ballots uncounted in ESD 9 election

The Williamson County Elections Department reported that it was notified of a ballot error by a voter in Emergency Service District 9. The voter reported that their ballot for the current election … more

Staff Reports | 11/2/23

Commentary: Hoping for a happier autumn

Autumn is upon us, but it is making me a little bit sad this year. I have always loved autumn. I love the brilliant colors, the chilly air and the smell of oak burning in a fire pit. … more

By Tom Purcell, Guest Columnist | 11/2/23

Thousands of marchers gather in Philadelphia to support peace and Palestinian rights. A media report said the march was attended by "dozens."

Commentary: Don't silence Palestinian voices

Like many of us, I’ve been glued to media coverage of the terrible violence in Gaza and Israel. I was deeply shaken by the brutal killings of over a thousand Israelis on October 7. The … more

By Sarah Gertler, Guest Columnist | 11/1/23

10/31/23

Leander Mayor Christine DeLisle (right) attends a private Diwali celebration back in October 2022 with its organizer, Vedant Garg (center left).

Leander, Cedar Park celebrating first major Diwali celebrations

The cities of Leander and Cedar Park are preparing to celebrate their first major Diwali celebrations early next month. Diwali, the five-day Festival of Lights, is celebrated by millions of … more

By Josh Moniz, Senior Reporter | 10/31/23

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

Travis County judge temporarily blocks release of A-F school ratings after changes

A Travis County judge ruled on Oct. 26 that the Texas Education Agency (TEA) temporarily halt its release of its annual A-F school ratings. The order by Judge Catherine Mauzy comes after more … more

By Clayton Kelley, Reporter | 10/31/23

Texas Stars game at the H-E-B Center at Cedar Park.

Moose stun Stars in overtime

The Texas Stars, American Hockey League affiliate of the NHL’s Dallas Stars, fell 6-5 in overtime hosting the Manitoba Moose in a two-game series finale on Saturday night at the H-E-B Center at … more

Staff Reports | 10/29/23

Round Rock quarterback Mason Cochran (12) will lead the Dragons against Vista Ridge in the regular season finale for both teams on Friday. A win would lock in a playoff berth for Round Rock.

High school football recaps

Vandegrift 45, Vista Ridge 0; Deuce Adams went 17-of-26 passing for 252 yards and three touchdowns for Vandegrift in the Vipers' 45-0 win at Vista Ridge last week. Miles Coleman had eight catches … more

10/29/23

A sign marks the entrance into the city of Cedar Park on FM 1431 on April 21, 2022.

Hanyang Eng USA plans to build new national headquarters in Cedar Park

National engineering consultant Hanyang Eng USA plans to build its new national headquarters in Cedar Park. The Cedar Park City Council approved a $450,000 performance-based economic development … more

By Josh Moniz, Senior Reporter | 10/27/23

Texas running back CJ Baxter (4) carries the ball for a game-winning 16-yard touchdown run during a Big 12 Conference football game between the Houston Cougars and the Texas Longhorns on October 21, 2023 in Houston. Texas won, 31-24.

This week's football schedule

Thursday: Rouse (6-2) at Pflugerville (1-7) The Pfield, 7 p.m.; Westwood (6-2) vs Manor (4-4) Kelly Reeves Stadium, 7 p.m. more

Staff Reports | 10/26/23

LETTER: Impeach Abbott

Dear Editor: While public education needs more funding Greg Abbott is trying to take away from it by forcing school vouchers. His attempt to blackmail the legislature is despicable. more

10/26/23

Commentary: What’s the deal with last-minute homemade Halloween costumes?

When I searched online for potential Halloween-column topics, I encountered innumerable headlines screaming about fun, easy, last-minute homemade Halloween costumes. Who are all the people in … more

By Danny Tyree, Guest Columnist | 10/26/23

Firefly Aerospace announced on Sept. 14, 2023, that it had beaten its personal rocket launch record by launching a rocket in 27 hours while participating in the Victus Nox mission, which is a test by the U.S. Space Force of private companies' response times.

Firefly Aerospace breaks its rocket launch speed record; Firefly's lunar lander finally assembled

Cedar Park-based aerospace company Firefly Aerospace broke its personal rocket launch speed record - launching in 3 and half days - on Sept. 14 while participating in mission Victus Nox, a challenge … more

By Josh Moniz, Senior Reporter | 10/25/23

The early voting polling place at the Cedar Park Recreation Center, Oct. 24, 2023.

Early voting began Monday for November elections

Early voting began this Monday and will run through Nov. 3 ahead of the Nov. 7 local and statewide elections. Voting will run from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. through to Oct. 28, noon to 6 p.m. on Oct. 29 and 7 … more

By Josh Moniz, Senior Reporter | 10/24/23

Texas head coach Steve Sarkisian looks on during a Big 12 Conference football game between the Houston Cougars and the Texas Longhorns on October 21, 2023 in Houston. Texas won, 31-24.

Texas escapes Houston's upset bid, BYU up next

Houston gave the Texas Longhorns all they could handle last Saturday. Despite being down early, despite going up against the No. 8 team in the nation, despite everything up against the Cougars, … more

By Tyler Tyre and Scott W. Coleman | 10/24/23

Fargo, N.D.-based all sport retailer Scheels announced last Friday, Oct. 20, 2023, that it will be opening its second Texas location in Cedar Park in the fall of 2026.

Scheels to open its second Texas location in Cedar Park

Fargo, N.D.-based all sport retailer Scheels announced last Friday that it plans to open its second Texas location in Cedar Park in the fall of 2026. The company, which is employee owned, will employ … more

By Josh Moniz, Senior Reporter | 10/24/23

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