County budget, property tax rate to be adopted in coming weeks
The fiscal year 2016-17 budget will be presented at the Williamson County Commissioners Court meeting on Aug. 9. The proposed budget amount will be not be released until the Aug. 9 meeting, but an effective tax…continue readingPEC looking to build new operations center in Leander
The Pedernales Electric Cooperative is looking to build a new operations center in Leander that could bring more than 100 jobs to the area. Representatives from PEC appeared before Leander City Council Aug. 4 to…continue readingRound Rock ISD eyes potential bond for May 2017
Round Rock ISD board members are discussing the possibility of calling a bond election for next May to fund several construction projects, such as the district’s sixth high school. The board of trustees will meet…continue readingFormer Austin council member to campaign for proposed $720M mobility bond
Austin Mayor Steve Adler and supporters of the proposed $720 million mobility bond will have help from a friend—and Adler’s one-time foe on the campaign trail. Former Council Member Mike Martinez, who was Adler’s opponent…continue readingFriends of the Library half-price book sale
Visit the Round Rock Public Library during August to take advantage of the Book Nook’s Half-Price Book Sale! Sale items can be found on carts located on the first floor of the Library twice a year. All proceeds…continue readingLibrary hosts special art exhibit in gallery
Visit the Round Rock Public Library’s gallery area throughout the month of August to enjoy “The Punch Needle Embroidery of Marinda Stewart.” This beautiful exhibit, which showcases the artistry of punch needle embroidery, features pieces…continue reading