'More than housing.' Lockhart ISD approves housing partnership for staff
The approved community, Wildflower at Juniper Springs, will be developed by Upward Communities, and be built by BOSC Construction, a Perry Homes company.
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Rare 'albino' bluebonnets discovered in Central Texas state park
“Albino” bluebonnets were spotted Friday at Inks Lake State Park in Burnet.
https://www.kxan.com/central-texas/rare-albino-bluebonnets-discovered-in-central-texas-state-park/
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Why cedar season is persisting
Studies show that in a warming climate, milder and drier winters might be extending allergy season.
https://www.kxan.com/weather/allergy/why-cedar-season-is-persisting/
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LIVE BLOG: Central Texas braces for heavy rain, storms
Showers and thunderstorms are expected to arrive in Central Texas on Saturday afternoon ahead of a strong cold front.
https://www.kxan.com/weather/live-blog-central-texas-braces-for-extreme-weather/
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National Padel League returns to Austin
This year will feature a dual-season format in the spring and fall and expanded women’s categories. The league will expand its reach in 2026, with competition growing from close to 35 cities last year to more than 40 cities across the United States.
https://www.kxan.com/central-texas/national-padel-league-returns-to-austin/
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Kids get messy learning flood solutions in Austin
Students at Wayside Real Learning Academy are learning about flooding in a fun, unique, and quite messy way - by building their own solutions to a problem Central Texas has always had.
https://www.kxan.com/weather/weather-blog/kids-get-messy-learning-flood-solutions-in-austin/
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From our magazine: When Republican operatives arrive to propose book bans or attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion programs in the local #schools, Miguel Arredondo’s firm but kind presence helps remind his fellow trustees what’s at stake for some of the most marginalized students. https://www.texasobserver.org/defending-the-most-vulnerable-in-san-marcos/
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Skateboard legend Tony Hawk leaves souvenir in Central Texas
A special souvenir was left at a park in Central Texas.
https://www.kxan.com/central-texas/skateboard-legend-tony-hawk-leaves-souvenir-in-central-texas/
SNAP benefits change April 1: What you can and can't buy
Starting April 1, Texans who use SNAP benefits won’t be allowed to purchase items like sugary drinks and candy.
https://www.kxan.com/news/texas/snap-benefits-change-april-1-what-you-can-and-cant-buy/
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Ronald McDonald House Charities Central Texas opens first in-hospital house at Texas Children's Austin
On Monday, Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas celebrated the grand opening of its new house at Texas Children’s Hospital in north Austin.
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