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Central Texas is about to get a new state park
A new state park in Central Texas is in the works. Why it matters: With so much of Texas property in private hands, the new park will be key to expanding public access to the state's natural spaces. Driving the news: The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has purchased 2,
Central Texas parks awarded millions in grants by state
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission recently approved nearly $31 million in grants toward creating and enhancing outdoor recreational opportunities in the state.
Texas Plans New 2,000 Acre State Park
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has purchased 2,020 acres of land in Burnet County, north-west of Austin, which it plans to use for a new state park. The land cost $35 million and was funded via money raised from sporting goods sales tax and a one-time funding appropriation,
Texas purchases 2,020 acres of land in Central Texas, laying groundwork for new state park
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is planning to create a new state park in Central Texas using 2,020 acres it acquired in Burnet County. The property is situated along a two-mile stretch of the Colorado River across from Colorado Bend State Park,
Texas acquires 2,020 acres for a new state park in Burnet County
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'What's stopping it from happening again?' | Federal grant freeze lifted, Central Texas non-profits still concerned
The recent lifting of a federal aid freeze has provided temporary relief to local nonprofits like the United Way of Central ...
'Nation's Report Card' shows how Central Texas students are performing in reading and math
Eighth-grade students showed declines in both reading and math proficiency on the 2024 NAEP, also known as the Nation’s ...
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Despite Central Texas community’s growth, it still doesn’t have a grocery store. What’s the holdup?
Del Valle, in Southeastern Travis County, is a food desert. Residents have been advocating for a grocery store for years.
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Texas Senate committee advances $1B plan to send state funds to private schools
The education savings account package is the first bill to be sent to the Senate floor this year, reflecting urgency from Gov. Greg Abbott and Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to pass the legislation after ...
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ICE agents conducting sweeps in Central Texas
ICE agents are carrying out sweeps across the country, including here in Central Texas. These operations are a part of the Trump administration's plan to crackdown on illegal immigration.
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How Trump's spending pause affects Texas
The Trump administration temporarily halted federal grants and financial assistance programs Tuesday, sparking widespread ...
Nick's First Warning: Is Central Texas done with wintry weather?
It’s a question we’ve been getting a lot over the last few days, “Is Central Texas done with wintry weather this winter?” ...
Timeline: Severe risk and minor flood threat for Central Texas this week
As of now, the Storm Prediction Center includes the majority of our area in Level 1 of 5 "marginal" severe weather risk ...