🌱 Cedar Park-Leander Patch: What's Happening Today (Wed, Jan 25)

Hi all. It's me, Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel, your host of the Cedar Park-Leander Patch newsletter — back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in town. Today's issue includes:

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But first, today's weather:

Partly sunny. High: 54 Low: 31.

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Here are the top stories in Cedar Park-Leander today:

1. Forward Anton Blidh Reassigned to Colorado Eagles (coloradoeagles.com)
2. Neela Castillo leads Hays past Glenn girls to remain on top in 25-5A (Austin American-Statesman)
3. Fortnite creator SypherPK unveils Cedar Park based Oni Studios ... (Sports Business Journal)
4. Harmony Public Schools to build two Georgetown campuses (Community Impact Newspaper)
5. The Little Gym Franchisee Duo Expands Footprint in Texas with ... (PR Newswire)
6. Texas Democrats push to raise teacher salaries by $15,000 (Spectrum News)
7. Misso named to TSTC Board of Regents (taylorpress.net)
8. Eleanor Dugger Obituary (1930 - 2023) (Legacy.com)
9. Mega Millions Numbers for 01/24/23, Tuesday Jackpot Was $31 Million (Newsweek)
10. Deadline for 2022 Property Tax Payment Approaching (Hillcountrynews)
11. What happened to the Zilker Park mini-train? (KUT)
12. Austin Real Estate Roundup: Who's buying, leasing? - Austin ... (Austin Business Journal)
13. Homegrown Beauty Lounge to bring natural beauty services to ... (Community Impact Newspaper)
14. H-E-B to open first Cibolo store in the San Antonio area (Midland Reporter-Telegram)
15. 16 gastroenterology updates (Becker's ASC Review)
16. Leander ISD shares draft for potential middle, high schools rezoning (KXAN.com)
17. VYPE Live - Girls Basketball: Cedar Park vs. Lockhart (VYPE)
18. VYPE Live - Boys Basketball: Liberty Hill vs. Leander (VYPE)

Today in Cedar Park-Leander:

From my notebook:

• Austin Bulldog Rescue: "🚨URGENT FOSTER NEEDED!🚨 is a 2yo, 25lb bulldog x Boston terrier mix who was JUST released from the shelter and is STRESSED about not having enough human contact or love in the last week. 😓 He landed in an ABR foster home with other do..." (Austin Bulldog Rescue via Facebook)
• Austin Bulldog Rescue: "Our funny little brindle bat-eared bowling ball, Lorenzo, doesn’t understand WHYYY the cats don’t want to play with him! This guy is a roly poly ray of sunshine who adores every person, dog, and cat he meets. And….he’s single!! https://a..." (Austin Bulldog Rescue via Facebook)
• Austin Bulldog Rescue: "🙏🏻FOSTER NEEDED!🙏🏻 Billie’s foster has an unexpected change in work schedule, so we need a new foster for this cutie! Billie is 10mo and is best with male dogs. In fact, this girl LOVES to play with her boy dog friends! 💃🏻 She’s ab..." (Austin Bulldog Rescue via Facebook)
• Austin Bulldog Rescue: "Slow intros FTW! 💃🏻 Cordelia and Rosalind’s new foster is working on building their confidence and helping them feel safe around their bulldog foster sister. Everyone is getting treats together to help them learn that calmly being arou..." (Austin Bulldog Rescue via Facebook)
• Austin Bulldog Rescue: "Jim apparently not only takes things slow with his work crushes…he also needs a minute to work up the nerve to snuggle up to his foster brother. 🥺" (Austin Bulldog Rescue via Facebook)
• Vista Ridge Ranger Wrestling: "Wednesday night is Senior Night! Come on out tomorrow night and help us recognize our Seniors and support all of our VR wrestlers as we will take on Austin Bowie HS. All the action begins about 6:30 in the VRHS main gym!" (Vista Ridge Ranger Wrestling via Facebook)
• AJVsand: "@aaubeach 15U Winter Qualifier medalists & bid winners👏🏼CONGRATS!!🔥 🥇Leann Wise & Georgia Whann 🥈Taylor Hopkins & Jennavee Jensen🤩 🥉Julian Day & Sadie Vajdos 🥉Leah Perry & Makenna Hertless #txbvajuniors #aauwcjo #texasjuniorbeach..." (AJVsand via Facebook)
• Cedar Park, Texas government: "Do you or someone you know need help paying utility bills? If qualified, Texas Utility Help can cover past-due amounts (if any) PLUS future water and wastewater bills through September, 30, 2023. Get details on how to apply at cedarparkt..." (Cedar Park, Texas government via Facebook)
• Naumann PTA: "Don’t forget to label your student’s belongings with their name to help the office return lost items to their owners. The school collects many coats, jackets, hats, and water bottles that go unclaimed in the Lost & Found daily." (Naumann PTA via Facebook)
• Naumann PTA: "Naumann Book Fair will be Mar. 6-10. A % of the proceeds go to support the library for new books and other needs. Save some $ and save the dates!" (Naumann PTA via Facebook)
• Twin Lakes Family YMCA: "Roses are red, violets are blue, we ❤️ Twin Lakes ChildWatch and YOU! Join us for a month filled with Valentine's Day themed ChildWatch events! Activities include pizza, games, crafts, and much more! Don't miss out on all the fun, regist..." (Twin Lakes Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Twin Lakes Family YMCA: "Build, create, and explore at Extreme LEGO Marker! Join us as student participants experience several exciting activities over the course of the 6-week session. Every skill level, ranging from beginner to advanced, will need to fire up t..." (Twin Lakes Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Giddens Elementary PTA: "Attention 5th grade families! The deadline to purchase Pridelines ads for the yearbook has been extended to February 14 (and to February 21 to complete your ad design!). Go to https://www.balfour.com/texas/cedar-park/giddens-elementary-s..." (Giddens Elementary PTA via Facebook)
• Communications Team, Alabama Public Health: "Winners of 2023 ‘Share Your Smile with Alabama’ competition announced, third graders’ smiles promote good oral health - The ADPH Oral Health Office announces the winners of the sixth annual smile photo contest for third grade students in..." (Nextdoor)
• Public Information Office, Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services: "ATCEMS Special Events Staffs 3M Half Marathon - This past Sunday our #ATCEMS #SpecialEvents team was up bright and early to provide medical coverage for #Austin's 3M Half Marathon alongside our partners from Ascension Seton. Come join ..." (Nextdoor)
• Community Engagement Coordinator Gracie Perez, Williamson County Sheriff's Office: "Competitive Salary Plan Approved - Today, the County Commissioner's Court took a historic step in supporting law enforcement in Williamson County. The competitive salary plan was approved, resulting in new pay scales for county correctio..." (Nextdoor)
• Austin Animal Center Animal Services Office, City of Austin: "Message from Wildlife Officer, Emery Sadkin with City of Austin Animal Services: - The City of Austin has a lot of greenspace and dense habitat that support coyotes and other native wildlife. During early spring months, coyotes may be se..." (Nextdoor)
• Cedar Park Police Alicia Gallagher, Cedar Park Police Department: "Coffee With a Cop is back! - Hey #CedarPark! Coffee with a Cop is back again! Mark your calendar and don’t miss out! 👮☕️ This is a great time to meet our Officers, ask any questions, and grab a free cup on us! 📆 Monday, January 30, 2..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Westview Meadows: "Looking for allergist that will do full panel testing, some only do half, hoping for Leander or Cedar Park area. - Thank you!" (Nextdoor)
• Public Information Office, Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services: "This past Sunday, your #ATCEMSMedics, - along with partners from the Austin Fire Department and the Office of the Chief Medical Officer, held a Stop the Bleed course for local LQBTQIA+ businesses and community members at The Little Gay S..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Quarry Oaks: "I’m looking to adopt a kitten sometime soon. - I plan checking all the shelters, but if anyone knows of any available please let me know. If I could help a kitten avoid the animal shelter that would be great. Thanks!" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cypress Creek: "Is this normal to see this in back yard fence it's never on ground but I don't have a good feeling for it. - Can we call animal shelter/control to take care of it? (Seems like a possum)" (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Cypress Creek: "I was driving on old mill road heading toward lakeline when I noticed a cyclist riding very fast he ran the 4 way stop sign and as I continued he ran smack into a truck pulling in thier drive I believe he was hurt I saw other people s..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Summerlyn Leander: "Our dog Bailey is on the loose. - She's very quick on her feet. My husband and a friend have been driving around for the past couple of hours trying to find her. We know she was last seen roughly an hour ago at Sabinos. If you see Bailey..." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Arboleda: "Work in progress of a new driveway in Round Rock. - Call or Text 737-215-2176 for a quote on your concrete needs! Thanks." (Nextdoor)
• Nextdoor Neighbor, Oak Ridge: "When are we going to stop allowing ourselves to be victimized by too many "powers"? - School boards, Government, Medical, Insurance, HOA's, Banks, City Councils, on and on...we gripe...let's do something about these Bullies. Oh, water,..." (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll see you around!

— Celeste "Pirate Queen" Wetzel

About me: The original Pirate Queen and QA engineer for Patch. Did you know that this week I have worked at least two fourteen hour days? This sprint has been nuts and the engineering team has been keeping me hopping non-stop. I'm exhausted and very close to needing a vacation.

Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Cedar Park-Leander Patch newsletter? Contact me at celeste.wetzel@patch.com