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Williamson County to launch discount prescription drug program
Williamson County is launching a discount card program to help consumers cope with the high price of prescription drugs. The county is making free prescription drug discount cards available under a program sponsored by the National Association of Counties that offers an average savings of 20 percent off the retail price of commonly prescribed drugs.
Read more: Williamson County to launch discount prescription drug program
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183A Toll going cashless
By the end of 2008, the Central Texas Regional Mobility Authority intends to eliminate cash toll collections on 183A Toll, a move expected to save $1 million annually in operating costs.
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Leander’s zoning draws attention
Planner says ordinance quietly builds better looking, working city
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County picks up roads where TxDOT left off
The Texas Department of Transportation announced funding rescissions in February that will impact several road projects in the area. Some projects are not affected, others will be delayed, and still others might get under way, but will have to use alternative funding.
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Fire Departments
As more homes are built throughout Williamson County, local fire departments work to ensure those homes remain standing.
News
City council rejects development on Ronald W. Reagan
On April 17, the Leander City Council rejected a zoning request 5-2 from KB Homes for the proposed Winding Creek subdivision on 268.52 acres at the southeast corner of Ronald W. Reagan Boulevard and RM 2243.
Read more: City council rejects development on Ronald W. Reagan
Business Profiles
The Dig Pub • Cedar Park
Much like the iconic television bar Cheers, The Dig Pub is a neighborhood watering hole where everybody knows your name. At least most of the time.
Business Profiles
Skate Culture • Leander
Like a pioneer on the Oregon Trail, Jose Santamaria packed up his family and moved to Leander in search of a better life.
Impacts
Cedar Park / Leander Impacts — June 2008
New businesses, volunteer opportunities, and local happenings in Cedar Park and Leander for June, 2008
Dining
Sushi Caliente
As its name suggests, Sushi Caliente’s menu is a twist on sushi with creative combinations that integrate spicy Mexican flavor with the more subdued flavors of Japanese dishes.
Nonprofit Profile
Samaritan Health Ministries
On Monday afternoons, people gather at a triple-wide mobile home on the grounds of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church to submit their names for a lottery — but money is not the prize. Those whose names are drawn win a doctor’s appointment.
Community Corridor
North Lakeline Boulevard
Lakeline Boulevard is changing as the city and county move forward with extension plans.
Inside Information
Road Test — June 2008
Just climbing into a car that’s only 8-feet and two inches long took some getting used to, but after I got behind the wheel of the 2008 Smart Fortwo subcompact city car, I was sold.
Education
Higher Education — June 2008
ACC making moves to come to Leander
Austin Community College is considering opening a campus in Leander.
Education
Concordia settles into new home
The view of the Austin Hill Country Reserve from the floor-to-ceiling windows in the offices and classrooms of Concordia University Texas may make the transition to the new campus a bit easier.
Real Estate
Real Estate Market Information
Local real estate market remains strong - Suburbia faces slightly higher foreclosure rates
Real Estate
Market Data Cedar Park and Leander MLS area - June 2008
Real estate market data and key statistics for the Cedar Park and Leander Multiple Listing Service Area
Read more: Market Data Cedar Park and Leander MLS area - June 2008
Neighborhoods
Buttercup Creek • Cedar Park — 78613
Close to schools and ACC, amenity center with park and pool, easy access to local shopping centers
Neighborhoods
Vista Ridge • Leander — 78641
Amenity center with park and pool, close to Robin Bledsoe park, homes by Perry Homes and Plantation Homes
Real Estate
Residential Property Listing — June 2008
Note: These properties encompass Community Impact Newspaper’s current distribution.
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