Granger ISD students testify for SB 68 allowing absences for 'career shadowing days'

Students from Granger ISD testified for Senate Bill 68. It would allow juniors and seniors in high school to take excused absences for “career shadowing days.”

Burnet Co. waives fees for late property tax payments due to ice storm

The ice storm that hit Central Texas early February happened right on the property tax deadline, causing some residents in Burnet County to incur late fees when outgoing mail was brought to a standstill.

WCRAS invites public to foster dogs for 'Spring Fling' weekend

Families can foster a medium-to-large adult dog for the weekend and then decide to either bring the animal back or make them a permanent member of the family.

ACC Round Rock Campus reopens at noon after storm-related power outage

Austin Community College's Round Rock Campus was closed until noon Friday due to an ongoing power outage after last night's storm.

Williamson County assistant DA suspended after DWI arrest

According to court documents, Amanda Smith sideswiped another vehicle. Police say she failed a field sobriety test and blood draw results are pending.

Fire breaks out at Round Rock temporary ice storm debris drop-off site

Out of an abundance of caution, Round Rock residents were advised to stay in their homes while the fire was burning, but the advisory has since been lifted.

Georgetown Parks & Rec to hold rec center feasibility study public meeting

The meeting will serve as an opportunity for the public to discuss updates to the existing Georgetown Recreation Center and building a new center to address population growth and demand.

Leander in Stage 3 water conservation ahead of pipeline repair

In Stage 3, Leander residents shouldn't use irrigation systems. Only handheld watering is allowed. Residents should also limit other nonessential uses.This will be in effect until further notice.

Jarrell community rallies around firefighter battling cancer

During the celebration of the new aerial ladder for Jarrell Fire Rescue, one firefighter who is battling cancer attended with his family.

Jarrell Fire Rescue gets new aerial ladder

The ladder is 105 feet long. The truck weighs almost 80,000 pounds, and has a pump and a 500 gallon water tank.