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Simple make-ahead lunches for the busy school year

Laurie Locke
Friday, August 7, 2026
As sure as the sun will rise each morning, the school year rolls around each August, and the task of making healthy school lunches that kids will actually eat is put back on the daily to-do list for parents.
The Cedar Choppers will play in Cedar Park this weekend.

The Cedar Choppers will play in Cedar Park this weekend.

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The Cedar Choppers perform at Cedar Park’s Red Horn Coffee

Ellen Greeney
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
“Good Pickin’ & Alright Singin’ ” best describes The Cedar Choppers, a popular Central Texas bluegrass and acoustic string band known for playing old-time fiddle tunes, classic bluegrass and folk covers.
A historic marker in Corn Hill Cemetery tells the story of Daniel Harrison. Photo by Joe Plunkett

A historic marker in Corn Hill Cemetery tells the story of Daniel Harrison. Photo by Joe Plunkett

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Twice buried, never forgotten: Daniel & Nancy Harrison

News Staff
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Daniel Harrison, a distant cousin of Presidents William Henry Harrison and Benjamin Harrison, was born in Tennessee in 1816. He played a key role in early Texas history as a soldier, settler and pioneer.

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Cook's Corner: Make the Most of Peach Season With These Family Recipes

Laurie Locke
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Last week, I received half a case of fresh peaches that were at peak ripeness and flavor. They were "freestone" peaches, meaning they come right off the pit instead of clinging to it, as “cling” peaches do. These were from Georgia, but of course our Fredericksburg peaches are fabulous too.
Judy Madsen, Women Helping Others vice president, meets with Sarah Bolton, executive director of Wilco Women’s Health Center, to make a donation. Photo by Anne Marshall

Judy Madsen, Women Helping Others vice president, meets with Sarah Bolton, executive director of Wilco Women’s Health Center, to make a donation. Photo by Anne Marshall

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Wilco Women’s Health Center provides pregnancy-related services and support

Anne Marshall
Thursday, July 30, 2026
Women Helping Others recently welcomed Sarah Bolton, executive director of the Wilco Women's Health Center, to speak about the organization’s services and mission.Founded in 1997, the Wilco Women’s Health Center provides pregnancy-related services and support at no cost to clients, offering real...
Dana McLaughlin, left, playing Billy Lawlor, and Lorri Boyd, as Dorothy Brock, are shown in a photo from the dress rehearsal of the Georgetown Palace production of “42nd Street” on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The show runs through August 30 on the Springer Stage. Photo by Andy Sharp

Dana McLaughlin, left, playing Billy Lawlor, and Lorri Boyd, as Dorothy Brock, are shown in a photo from the dress rehearsal of the Georgetown Palace production of “42nd Street” on Thursday, July 23, 2026. The show runs through August 30 on the Springer Stage. Photo by Andy Sharp

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Playtime: 42nd Street shines with energetic performances and Broadway flair

Andy Sharp
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
42nd Street opened July 24 on the Palace Springer Stage. The big production includes spectacular sets, advanced lighting, custom costumes and soaring scores. Large group numbers feature show-stopping choreography that fills the stage.
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