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Parks, campground around Stillhouse Hollow Lake to indefinitely close due to heavy rainfall
As Central Texas continues to struggle with heavy rainfall throughout May, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has stepped in and announced they are closing off multiple parks and a campground around Stillhouse Hollow Lake. The parks and campground that are part of the temporary close include:. Dana Peak Park.
Disaster declaration issued in Temple, Texas, after tornado
Wednesday was the 17th consecutive day with widespread severe weather in the United States, a day that devastated several communities in Texas and left more than 100,000 in the dark. Texas towns are reeling after the latest wave of severe thunderstorms spawned twisters, powerful winds and hail, with more severe...
Central Texas construction company lends helping hand to families devastated by severe storms
BELL COUNTY, Texas (KWTX) - A Central Texas construction company owner put his paid work aside Thursday and picked up his tools, equipment and employees and hit the road to help struggling families following the devastating weather Wednesday night in Bell County. Colton Norman, owner of Branded Acres Construction in...
Hutto ISD approves agreement with city for Limmer Loop, Exchange Boulevard project
Hutto ISD is moving forward with a partnership with the city of Hutto to install a traffic light at the intersection of Limmer Loop and Exchange Boulevard, a move that administrators say would enhance traffic control and driver safety. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Hutto ISD is moving forward with a partnership...
SH blanks Salado to reach regional finals
CORSICANA – District 17-4A champ Spring Hill returned to Corsicana High School’s James G. Price Field after a two-day break, and used a fast start during Saturday afternoon’s 8-0 Class 4A Region III baseball semifinal game two win against District 23-4A three-seed Salado. The fourth-round playoff series...
LIST: Central Texas school closures, updates
BELTON, Texas — Severe storms lashed through Central Texas on Wednesday, May 22, causing damage across the area in places like Temple, Belton, Killeen and more, and leaving many communities without power. Several local school districts have announced closures and changes in the aftermath of the storms. Belton ISD.
Williamson County Commissioners Court approves children’s advocacy center improvements
The Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center will construct two outdoor play spaces. (Courtesy: Claire Shoop/Community Impact) The Williamson County Children’s Advocacy Center will construct two outdoor play spaces following approval from Commissioners Court May 21. In a nutshell. The children’s advocacy center will install a playground structure and...
Lady Dogs season ends against Weimar
The Thorndale Lady Dogs softball team traveled to take on the Weimar Lady Cats in the Regional Semifinals. The Lady Dogs were swept by Weimar in the series 2-0 to bring their incredible season to an end. Game 1 took place on Wednesday, May 15, at Brenham High School. Thorndale was shut out by the Lady Cats 1-0 in a game that was a pure pitchers duel. The lone run for Weimar came in the fourth inning when a runner advanced home to score on a wild pitch that got by the catcher. Karis Ginn was the starting pitcher for Thorndale. She pitched...
University HS graduation rescheduled for Saturday
WACO, Texas (FOX 44) – University High School graduation ceremonies have changed to this Saturday at 9 a.m. This comes due to feedback received regarding a rescheduling, according to a message sent to parents. Gates will open at 7:30 a.m. The clear bag policy remains in effect, and guests will be required to pass through metal detectors. Water in clear bottles is allowed.
String of auto crimes reported across Central Texas
SALADO, Texas — Local police departments are reminding Central Texans to practice good habits in keeping their vehicle protected from car thieves after multiple vehicle burglaries and cases of unauthorized use of a vehicle happened in a few day span. "I think the most important thing is that we...
Belton ISD provides free summer meals for all children
BELTON, Texas — Belton Independent School District is extending a helping hand to children this summer by offering free breakfast and lunch through the USDA summer meals program. The initiative aims to ensure that children aged 1–18 have access to nutritious meals during the summer months, regardless of their...
‘Twisters’ Star Glen Powell Recounts Surviving F5 Tornado as a Child
Twisters star Glen Powell says his first-ever experience with a tornado occurred long before he took on the highly anticipated film’s role. During a recent interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Powell recalled his first experience happened in 1997. He and his cousins were driving with one of his aunts near Jarrell, Texas when a category F5 touched down.
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