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Central Austin

Butler Park Pitch & Putt reopens, plus eight more businesses now open in Austin

Butler Park Pitch & Putt reopened to the public April 9 after being closed for renovations since August at 201 Lee Barton Drive, Austin.

Barton Springs Pool will require reservations starting May 21



Austin residents looking for a break from the city's summer heat will have to make reservations if they want to visit Barton Springs Pool after 8 a.m. starting on May 21.

Lake Travis-Westlake

Bees for All teaches the importance of local pollinators

Founded by Peter Keilty, Bees for All works to educate the public about the importance of the region’s local pollinators.


Pflugerville-Hutto

4 synthetic turf fields open in Northeast Metropolitan Park in Pflugerville

Four new synthetic turf athletic fields opened May 8 at Northeast Metropolitan Park in Pflugerville.

Leander-Cedar Park


Hawaiian shaved ice trailer opening in Cedar Park

LocoSnoCo, a Hawaiian shaved ice trailer, will open June 26 in Cedar Park. Over 30 shaved ice flavors and a variety of toppings will be offered.

Taylor Girtman, Jack Flagler, Amy Rae Dadamo and Megan Cardona contributed to this report.