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Texas poker room plans reopening after no indictments in raid case

The Lodge, a Round Rock poker room that was raided last month by state officials, is planning to reopen after a Williamson County Grand Jury declined to indict the owners who faced allegations of violating state gambling and money laundering laws. Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission investigators conducted a two-year financial...
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Construction on Target in Dripping Springs sparks debate over growth and local control

Construction is underway on a future Target store near Dripping Springs, sparking mixed reactions from residents as rapid growth continues across western Hays County.
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Historic 141-year-old candy store chain shuts down all retail locations after long run

Lammes Candies, a candy chain founded and based in Austin, Texas, said it is permanently closing all of its retail stores. The company cited difficult economic headwinds, including changing market conditions and long-term sustainability necessitated the shutdown. The move ends what is considered Austin’s oldest family business that has operated continuously since 1885. The firm said it will continue to focus on online...
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Austin, San Antonio, Houston and Shreveport Face Flash Flood Risk Thursday Into Friday as...

AUSTIN, Texas — Heavy rainfall will bring a serious flash flooding threat across a broad corridor from Texas eastward into Alabama through Thursday and Friday, and the danger it carries is not limited to the rain itself. More than 50 percent of all flood fatalities are vehicle-related, and the message from forecasters heading into this event is direct: you never know how deep the...
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Missouri teen loses hand, several fingers in fireworks accident

While the Missouri 17-year-old was able to leave the hospital Monday, his friend was still receiving care.
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Casa do Brasil to open in former Round Rock Cork & Barrel Pub this...

Casa do Brasil will open in the former Cork & Barrel location in Round Rock. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) A Brazilian steakhouse chain is set to expand to Round Rock this summer. What you need to know. Casa do Brasil will open in a space formerly home to the Cork &...
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Born in Texas on This Day 93 Years Ago, Country Music’s Elder Statesman, Outlaw...

On this day (April 29) in 1933, Willie Nelson was born in Abbott, Texas. Ninety-three years later, he is one of the most celebrated songwriters in the world. Today, he can look back on six decades of country music and see how his music impacted the genre’s evolution. The combination of his deep discography, philanthropy, acting career, and advocacy has made him one...
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Missing 63-year-old man found safe, Austin police say

AUSTIN, Texas — UPDATE:. Tracey Warren has been found safe, according to the Austin Police Department. Police are asking for the public's help locating a 63-year-old man who went missing from a North Austin hospital early Tuesday morning. It is the second time he has disappeared this month. Tracey...
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Warrant service at Austin apartment complex draws “hostile” crowd, ends in 2 arrests

AUSTIN, Texas — A warrant service at an East Austin apartment complex turned chaotic Monday after a crowd gathered and began confronting officers, resulting in two arrests. Austin Police Department officers and the Violent Crimes Task Force arrived at the Booker T. Washington Apartments, 905 Bedford St., at approximately 3 p.m. April 27 to serve a warrant on a juvenile suspect wanted in connection with...
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Fight leads to shooting outside of Sam’s BBQ, affidavit says

A fight outside of Sam’s BBQ on Sunday led to the shooting that left six people injured, according to an arrest affidavit.

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