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Sunday, October 5th, 2025

Leander ISD released its graduation schedule for the Class of 2026, with ceremonies to be held in May at the Rouse High School auditorium, the Don Tew Performing Arts Center, and the H―EB Center. The schedule shows New Hope High, Geiger Compass Center, and Early College High holding their ceremonies on May 13, 20, and 28 respectively, while larger events for Cedar Park High, Vandegrift, Leander, Rouse, Vista Ridge, and Glenn are set for May 29–30 and will be livestreamed.

Sunday, October 5th, 2025

Developer Karlin Real Estate unveiled plans to build up to 1,250 apartments, retail space, and a parking garage at the former 3M site if the area is rezoned. The 2222 Coalition of Neighborhood Associations hosted an open house on September 16 that drew about 200 local residents—comments that may shape the proposal.

Sunday, October 5th, 2025

Williamson County will host a household hazardous waste collection event on Oct. 25 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Central Maintenance Facility in Georgetown in partnership with Waste Management—county officials say the event promotes safe disposal—and invites all county residents. Residents may drop off automotive fluids, cleaners, pesticides, fertilizers, and up to five gallons of paint or solvents per vehicle—volunteers will unload items and each car is allowed only one trip—to safely dispose of hazardous materials.