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City of Bartlett declares Local State of Disaster following Sunday's severe weather
BARTLETT, Texas — The City of Bartlett's Mayor, Chad Mees, has declared a State of Local Disaster after severe thunderstorms hit the area on Sunday, April 28. According to the City, the heavy rainfall caused flash flooding, impacting numerous homes, street and businesses around town. In addition, severe wind gusts caused significant property damage.
Georgetown woman convicted after receiving over $2M from fraudulent PPP loan applications, DOJ says
A Georgetown woman was convicted by a federal jury after receiving more than $2 million from fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program, or PPP, loan applications, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Timeline: Severe weather and flash flood risk through Thursday morning
*an Areal Flood Watch is in effect for Llano, Gillespie, Blanco, Burnet, Williamson, Travis, Milam, Hays, Caldwell, Bastrop, Fayette, and Lee County until 7 a.m. Thursday morning*. We're kicking off the month of May with a severe weather risk, as showers and strong storms move in Wednesday evening and push...
Jarrell police seek public's help in locating missing 17-year-old girl
The Jarrell Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in locating a missing 17-year-old girl. Brooke Lee Fancher was last seen in the Jarrell Town Center area at approximately 9 PM on April 27, 2024. Fancher is described as a white female, 5 feet 7 inches tall, weighing 110 pounds,...
Hutto initiates Stage 1 water conservation despite expected rainfall: Will it suffice?
HUTTO, Texas — The city of Hutto has now put Stage 1 water conservation efforts into place. The rules limit how many days people can water outdoors as a step to preserve resources. We're expected to get some significant rain, but will it be enough to help Hutto and...
Proposed wastewater plant by Central Texas elementary school sparks opposition, possible change
Local residents and Hutto ISD have come out against the potential plant intended to discharge an average of 50,000 gallons of treated wastewater per day into a nearby ditch and later to Brushy Creek. The facility would service a development of dozens of yet-to-be built homes. A state lawmaker has gotten involved, as have local city leaders.
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