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There’s a new, 1,200-acre nature preserve north of Austin. Here’s how to visit.

Salado salamanders, golden-cheeked warblers and tricolored bats: These are just a few of the endangered species you will find at the Hill Country Conservancy’s new Pecan Springs Karst Preserve. The 1,205-acre nature preserve is located about 5 miles west of…

Parks • By Kailey Hunt, KUT • Oct 5, 2023

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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