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Taylor chosen as home for new Samsung chip facility
A site in Taylor has been chosen for Samsung’s new $17 billion chip-making factory. “The implications of this facility extend far beyond the boundaries of Texas. It’s going to impact the entire world,” Gov. Greg Abbott said at a press…
Williamson County • By Allyson Ortegon, KUT • Nov 24, 2021
Williamson County to sue Austin over hotel for people transitioning out of homelessness
The Williamson County Commissioners Court voted Tuesday to request a lawsuit be filed against the city of Austin for purchasing a Candlewood Suites hotel to house people transitioning out of homelessness. Austin’s plans for the Candlewood Suites, which is located…
Courts • By Allyson Ortegon, KUT • Aug 18, 2021
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