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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,
TPWD buys 2,020 acres for new state park, eyes more land
Texas' state parks system is about to get a little bigger. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has finalized the purchase of 2,020 acres near Colorado Bend State Park in the Texas Hill Country.
Texas purchases 2,020 acres of land in Central Texas, laying groundwork for new state park
Texas Parks and Wildlife purchased a 2,020-acre property along the Colorado River in an effort to create a new state park.
Texas acquires 2,020 acres for a new state park in Burnet County
We're one step closer to a new state park in Burnet County. Judge pauses Trump funding freeze order until Feb. 3 5 Flattering Bob Haircuts For Women In Their 40s Comedian Tyler Fischer shows off hilar
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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 ...
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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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Central Texas school districts respond to threat of ICE raids
If the school district does get a visit from ICE, they will be treated like any other law enforcement agency. The district will ask for a badge or law enforcement ID. They will then contact a school ...
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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 ...
'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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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 ...