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Amanda Cutshall
Amanda Cutshall

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With a focus on hyper-local, in-depth coverage in Bastrop County, Amanda tackles a broad scope of reporting including hard news like development, education, elections, government, and transportation; enterprise stories concerning community curiosities; and features highlighting local businesses, events, nonprofits, restaurants, and more. Have a tip? Send her an email to [email protected].
Latest from Amanda Cutshall
Bastrop residents browsing books during annual library fundraiser in 2024.
Bastrop book and plant sale returns May 2-3
People walk into a poling location to vote.
Early voting in Bastrop draws 5% turnout for May 3 election
The brown and red brick wall at city hall is shown with the black and gold City of Bastrop emblem displayed.
Bastrop County voters to decide city, school races May 3
Exterior is shown of the Hays Countye lection entrance with a red, white and blue "VOTE HERE" sign in the background.
May 3 ballots in Hays County include $985M school bond, MUD elections
map of short-term rentals in Bastrop
Short-term rental surge prompts rules in Bastrop
Bastrop ISD received a D accountability rating for the 2022-23 school year from the Texas Education Agency, based on many factors centered around student achievement. (Courtesy Bastrop ISD)
What’s trending in Bastrop ISD: New TEA ratings, district partners with aerospace company, more
The expansion project is set for completion in early 2026. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact)
What’s trending in Bastrop government: 5 key stories
Officials cut the ribbon.
LS Electric opens first North American production facility in Bastrop
The brown brick exterior of the courthouse annex voting site is shown, with a red, white and blue "vote here, vote aqui" flag in the foreground on the left.
Early voting starts April 22 in Bastrop County
Coffees are being made.
Bastrop to welcome first Scooter's Coffee in 2026
Students watch an Acutronic employee as they speak.
BISD students launch careers with Acutronic
Good Shepherd Lutheran students
Explore 9 private and charter school choices in the Bastrop area
PetSmart will bring pet food, supplies, grooming and more to Bastrop in Burleson Crossing East. (Courtesy PetSmart)
Petsmart, Texas Roadhouse and more: check out 10 Bastrop area business updates
People paddle down the blue river with green trees on the bank and the Old Iron Bridge in the background.
Paddle through adventure at Bastrop River Co.
A small child smiles while sliding on a blue slide as a worker laughs and stands next to the slide.
Bastrop offers 50% tax break for qualifying child care centers
Shredded papers are shown.
Free document shredding event in Bastrop April 12
The Colorado River is shown surrounded by trees, with Bastrop's Iron Bridge in the background.
Discover 6 must-visit parks in Bastrop County this spring
cushioned seats where blood is drawn
Austin-area residents urged to donate blood amid 'critical shortage'
Community members look at a rendering of the columbarium during the groundbreaking ceremony.
Fairview Cemetery raises fees, expands to meet growth in Bastrop
Children fish in pool during a previous Springfest.
Bastrop's family-friendly Springfest blooms April 12