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Pflugerville officials unveil new plans for 120-acre ‘Domain-like’ project
A mixed-use, urban-style project slated for the Texas 130 corridor in Pflugerville could be among the largest developments in the city if...
Ariana Garcia
Apr 4, 20190 min read


One year later, Austin bomber's downtown neighbors speak out
A year ago, Pflugerville Mayor Victor Gonzales was attending Rodeo Austin with his wife and friends. As he waited for Gladys Knight to...
Ariana Garcia
Mar 19, 20190 min read


Hundreds at Austin vigil mourn New Zealand dead, show unity with Muslims
Nearly 400 people of all faiths and religions gathered Saturday evening at St. James’ Episcopal Church to show solidarity with the Muslim...
Ariana Garcia
Mar 16, 20190 min read


Doggett optimistic about background check bill for gun purchases
As a bill that would require universal background checks on firearm purchases is set to go before a U.S. House committee this week...
Ariana Garcia
Feb 9, 20190 min read


Round Rock restaurant owners compete on Guy Fieri's 'Grocery Games'
A Round Rock couple with some strong culinary skills will be featured on a Food Network show alongside celebrity chef Guy Fieri in February.
Ariana Garcia
Jan 22, 20190 min read


Too costly to cancel, union bash becomes respite for struggling federal workers
Uncertainty hung in the air Saturday night as guests filed into the Omni Austin Hotel at Southpark, some wearing evening gowns...
Ariana Garcia
Jan 20, 20190 min read


'Sing and don't cry': Hundreds gather to celebrate life of former Austin Mayor Gus Garcia
True to the words of the traditional Mexican song “Cielito Lindo,” whose chorus resounded at the council chambers of Austin City Hall...
Ariana Garcia
Jan 5, 20190 min read


Pflugerville police chief appoints first woman commander, black lieutenant
Pflugerville Police Chief Jessica Robledo is making history with two recent officer promotions.
Ariana Garcia
Dec 3, 20180 min read


Pflugerville chef competes in Food Network’s ‘Christmas Cookie Challenge’
A Pflugerville chef is making his TV debut Monday on the Food Network.
Ariana Garcia
Nov 16, 20180 min read


Round Rock’s first police chief named Local Legend
While responding to a disturbance, Round Rock nightwatchman Waymon Ferrell found himself in a fight with a much larger adversary.
Ariana Garcia
Nov 6, 20180 min read


Beto O'Rourke mural in East Austin vandalized
A mural in East Austin depicting U.S. Senate candidate Beto O’Rourke as a super hero was vandalized this weekend.
Ariana Garcia
Oct 26, 20180 min read


Round Rock man among survivors in Jacksonville shooting
Tony Montagnino watched as a tense game unfolded between two competitors going head-to-head in Madden NFL when the sound of fireworks...
Ariana Garcia
Aug 30, 20180 min read


Film festival event celebrates Austin as home to growing Asian culture
Asian-American creatives celebrate strides in Asian representation in food, fashion and media.
Ariana Garcia
Aug 4, 20180 min read


Round Rock police, family, friends celebrate life of Charles Whites
Those who knew Round Rock police officer Charles Whites remembered him as a kind man with a great sense of humor and a big mustache grin.
Ariana Garcia
May 2, 20180 min read


Pflugerville Colored Addition cemetery in need of repair, ownership
Two fields sit juxtaposed off Pecan Street in Pflugerville: a newly built $25.8 million sports stadium and an abandoned piece of the...
Ariana Garcia
Apr 30, 20180 min read


Light Bulb Shop to go dark after nearly 40 years
One of the quirky retail shops Austin is known for is closing after nearly 40 years in business.
Ariana Garcia
Mar 18, 20180 min read


Round Rock woman wins Torrid’s national modeling contest
When Julia Rose Miller was younger, she dreamt of becoming a national fashion model. Now, that dream has become a reality.
Ariana Garcia
Feb 20, 20180 min read


Study: Black Pflugerville students more often face assault charge
Black students in the Pflugerville school district are 3.5 times more likely to be charged with assault than other students, according...
Ariana Garcia
Jan 12, 20180 min read


Are ‘Walking Dead’ descending on Round Rock?
If the zombie apocalypse has arrived in Round Rock, it’s a well-guarded secret.
Ariana Garcia
Nov 16, 20170 min read


Local firefighter helps Puerto Rico
It was Round Rock firefighter Andrew Lyman’s first time in Puerto Rico, let alone having an all-expenses-paid trip and weeklong stay...
Ariana Garcia
Oct 12, 20170 min read
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