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Children from the Chasco Family YMCA Early Childhood Center pose in front of a bulldozer before the groundbreaking ceremony. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Children from the Chasco Family YMCA Early Childhood Center pose in front of a bulldozer before the groundbreaking ceremony. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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New aquatic center in Round Round underway

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, March 4, 2024
Chasco Family YMCA broke ground on a new outdoor aquatic center Friday, February 23.    Named the Carl and Deanna Miller Family Pool, the new facility will be located behind the YMCA on 812 North Mays Street in Round Rock.
A yard sign tells residents of Cold Springs in Leander to practice Phase 4 water restrictions in preparation of the BCRUA pipeline shutoff. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

A yard sign tells residents of Cold Springs in Leander to practice Phase 4 water restrictions in preparation of the BCRUA pipeline shutoff. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Construction designs on BCRUA pipeline

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 26, 2024
Construction crews will begin work on the Brushy Creek Regional Utility Authority pipeline in Lake Travis on Wednesday, February  28.  The city will permanently replace 1,400 feet of the underwater pipeline. The city will be turning off water from the pipe during the construction period.
I Live Here I Give Here’s Executive Director Piper Stege Nelson, center, stands with the Williamson County Commissioner's Court after reading the proclamation making March 6-7 Amplify Wilco Days during the February 27 court meeting. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

I Live Here I Give Here’s Executive Director Piper Stege Nelson, center, stands with the Williamson County Commissioner's Court after reading the proclamation making March 6-7 Amplify Wilco Days during the February 27 court meeting. Photo courtesy of Williamson County.

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Amplify Wilco boosts fundraising opportunities for local nonprofits

Nalani Nuylan
Monday, February 26, 2024
I Live Here I Give Here will have its first Amplify Wilco Day in tandem with Amplify Austin Day March 6-7. The event is set to benefit 65 nonprofits in Williamson County. According to the press release, it could contribute an estimated 10 percent of the year’s nonprofit participation.

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Comptroller publishes February sales tax data

Nalani Nuylan
Thursday, February 22, 2024
The Texas Comptroller released updated sales tax data for February 2024.     When looking at the data, Liberty Hill brought in 58.60 percent less in sales tax revenues when compared to February 2023. On the other side of the county, Taylor brought in 56.51 percent more in sales tax revenues.
A newly built home on the market in Austin. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

A newly built home on the market in Austin. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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Early 2024 Williamson County housing market sees gains compared to 2023

Nalani Nuylan
Tuesday, February 20, 2024
The Austin Board of Realtors released its first housing market analysis of 2024, representing market activity for the month of January.   According to the data, residential homes sold in Williamson County increased by 4.3 percent, with 1,667 closed sales. Pending sales rose 3.
Marek Dillard. Photo courtesy of Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.

Marek Dillard. Photo courtesy of Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.

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Fentanyl dealers arrested, charged

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office provided updates about two fentanyl cases.   On February 9, Marek Dillard was arrested by U.S. Marshals and DPS officers on a Williamson County Sheriff's Office warrant for murder.

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Primary election is March 5

Nalani Nuylan
Wednesday, February 14, 2024
Republican and Democratic primary elections will take place March 5, with federal, state and county-level candidates and issues appearing on the ballot. Early voting begins Monday, February  20 and ends Friday, March 1.
Meghan Sammons, who goes by Goldie when playing roller derby, wears a blue helmet covering called a pantie and skates through the blockade. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

Meghan Sammons, who goes by Goldie when playing roller derby, wears a blue helmet covering called a pantie and skates through the blockade. Photo by Nalani Nuylan.

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A Roller Rumble

Nalani Nuylan
Friday, February 9, 2024
Hidden behind the warehouses of Forest Commons Business Park off of Gattis School Road, Rock Sports Arena welcomes a particular group through its doors. The Rock’n City Roller Roller Derby League makes their way into the multipurpose gym.
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