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Williamson County Commissioners hope to vote on a new county precinct map before the end of November. The redistricting process comes after the county saw an explosion of population growth from 2010-20, according to census numbers. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Officials look to make new Williamson County precinct map available to public in early November
A rendering is shown of a flexible space inside Panther Creek High School, which includes learning stairs and a collaboration board. The school's attendance zones are drawn to pull from Lone Star and Memorial high schools. (Courtesy Corgan)
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Gov. Greg Abbott on Oct. 11 signed an executive order banning all COVID-19 vaccine mandates (Courtesy Office of the Governor)
Gov. Abbott signs executive order banning all COVID-19 vaccine mandates
The Austin Trail of Lights will welcome drive-thru visitors from Nov. 27-Dec. 31. (Courtesy Austin Trail of Lights)
Austin Trail of Lights tickets on sale; dog park, restaurant coming to Northwest Austin and more Central Texas news
Main Event, an entertainment center featuring bowling, arcade games, food and a bar, is under construction in Tomball, said Bruce Hillegeist, president of the Greater Tomball Area Chamber of Commerce. (Courtesy Main Event)
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Matthew Lindemann is sworn in as the constable for Williamson County Precinct 3 on Oct. 5. (Courtesy Williamson County)
New Precinct 3 constable sworn in to replace recently deceased Kevin Stofle
person on snowy road
Federal report finds more work is needed to prevent power outages during future winter storms
Early voting for the Nov. 2 election runs Oct. 18-29. (Taylor Girtman/Community Impact Newspaper)
GUIDE: 5 things Leander ISD voters should know before early voting
The ordinance states residents must be approved for a permit with the animal services department before owning chickens. (Courtesy Adobe Stock)
CI NATION ROUNDUP: Chickens are now allowed in Plano backyards; McKinney ISD releases details for new elementary school, and more top news
Barton Springs Pool was empty during March's stay-at-home order. (Community Impact Newspaper staff)
Austin parks board again rejects plan to sell beer, wine at Zilker Cafe; Georgetown plans memorial for pets killed in fire and more Central Texas news
On Sept. 28, Gov. Greg Abbott announced six appointees to the Texas Energy Reliability Council. (Courtesy The Texas Tribune)
Abbott announces Texas Energy Reliability Council appointees
Screenshot of Jeff Travillion speaking at a meeting
Travis County prepares for redistricting process
Wayback Burgers specializes in cooked-to-order burgers and hand-dipped milkshakes. (Courtesy Wayback Burgers)
Wayback Burgers coming to Leander; former Round Rock Steak N' Shake to become Whataburger and more top Central Texas news
Kyle City Council voted 6-1 and approved the new citywide trail master plan that will utilize 2020 bond election funds for trails that will help connect Austin to San Antonio. (Courtesy Pexels)
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Perfect Game plans to build 16 new turf baseball and softball fields with seating and amenities on 80 acres northeast of RM 1431 and Ronald Reagan Boulevard. (Screenshot courtesy city of Cedar Park)
Perfect Game headquarters, 80-acre complex coming to Cedar Park
Several parents of New Caney ISD students spoke at the district's Sept. 20 board meetings about recent allegations that a student brought a firearm to Porter High School's Sept. 18 homecoming dance. NCISD Superintendent Matt Calvert stressed that no gunshots were fired at the event, and that the district is investigating the allegations. (Wesley Gardner/Community Impact Newspaper)
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Leander City Council has requested a transit study to look at "transit demand, service costs and capital costs" for the city's current transit services. (Amy Denney/Community Impact Newspaper)
Leander City Council requests transit study
Redistricting is one of the items on the Texas Legislature's third special session, and the state Senate released proposed maps on Sept. 18. (Ali Linan/Community Impact Newspaper)
Texas Senate releases proposed redistricting maps as special session begins
Photo of the Travis County sign
Travis County approves fiscal year 2021-22 tax rate