12 ways to celebrate the 4th of July in and around the Austin area
This Independence Day, enjoy fireworks on Lady Bird Lake, rock out with Willie Nelson and get your fill of Fourth… >
Russell Fishbeck named Williamson County senior director of parks and recreation
Russell Fishbeck was named Williamson County senior director of parks and recreation July 22, according to a news release. Fishbeck… >
Houston files lawsuit to maintain water rights over future reservoir
In an effort to hold on to water rights from a proposed reservoir in Austin County, the city of Houston… >
Digital tools move homebuying process online
According to Cy-Fair real estate experts, several online resources can be helpful when purchasing a home in the area. Paperless… >
Data: Taxable values increase 8.1% in Round Rock
Round Rock’s taxable values increased by more than $1 billion in 2019, according to Williamson Central Appraisal District-certified data released… >
Drainage, parks a focus of Tomball’s proposed 2019-20 budget
Nearly $900,000 is earmarked for drainage and park improvements in the city of Tomball’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2019-20,… >
Chandler school board approves land purchase for planned high school
The Chandler USD governing board signed off on just over $25.7 million to purchase land for a new high school… >
Data: Taxable values increase 12.8% in Hutto
The city of Hutto’s taxable value increased by nearly $239 million in 2019, according to Williamson Central Appraisal District certified… >
Collin County takes steps toward creation of 2 additional district courts
Two district courts will be added to Collin County Sept. 1 to handle the county’s growing caseload. The 468th District… >
State Farm employees in Richardson teach the art of extreme couponing, share the surplus with those in need
In 2018, Regina Jones said she spent over $32,000 in retail but only paid $2,351. She did this by clipping… >
Candidate filing period open for November Sunset Valley election
The candidate filing period for Sunset Valley’s Nov. 5 City Council election is now open. Three seats—currently occupied by Council… >
Upcoming: Williamson Inc.’s State of the County will address economic updates
County Mayor Rogers Anderson will give his 17th State of the County address at the Franklin Marriott Cool Springs at… >
Klein Volunteer Fire Department swears in first paid fire chief
The Klein Volunteer Fire Department swore in Michael Gosselin—the first paid fire chief in the department’s 68-year history—during a ceremony… >
Campaign filing window opens for Richardson ISD board; two incumbents apply for re-election
The filing window for a seat on the Richardson ISD board of trustees opened July 22. The Nov. 5 election… >
Metro Nashville Public Health Department extends hours for school immunizations
Beginning this week, the Metro Nashville Public Health Department is extending its clinic hours to offer immunizations for Metro Nashville… >
Historically low unemployment may help Sugar Land job seekers
Texas’ low unemployment rate serves Sugar Land-area job seekers well, according to John Romanow, vice president market leader for the… >
Pearland Miracle Field is a step toward inclusivity in Pearland
Pearland is working on building a Miracle Field, which provides a spot for children with mental and physical disabilities to… >
Medical City McKinney launches free valet service for patients, visitors
Medical City McKinney will offer free valet services to patients and visitors starting July 22. “We are pleased to offer… >
Demo Monday: City kicks off Demolition Day in Second Ward, razes 15 buildings
The city of Houston itself was slated to demolish 15 structures July 20 as Mayor Sylvester Turner kicked off Demolition… >
Demand for multifamily units remains high in Katy area; more growth expected
Medical facilities, retail, great schools and economic growth make the Katy area a highly desirable place to live—even for young,… >
Austin seeks solutions for inefficiency in city permitting processes
Builders in the Austin area are well aware of criticism from locals who have said private and commercial projects take… >
E. Coli detected during water quality tests in Spring
Updated July 21 at 7:45 p.m. A boil water notice in Spring has been uplifted after tests confirmed E.… >
How Cy-Fair ISD parents can register new students for 2019-20
Students enrolled in Cy-Fair ISD return to school Monday, Aug. 26 following two weeks of professional development for district teachers.… >