Friday, May 1st, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Park. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jenni Skopal, a nurse at Stiles Middle School for Leander ISD, has been named a finalist for a statewide award recognizing excellence in school nursing. The district announced her nomination, which highlights her commitment to student health. Hill Country News
- ➤ Leander ISD opened transportation registration for the 2026-27 school year, asking families with eligible students to confirm student ID and emergency contact details with their campus registrar (by May 15) and to submit forms by May 31 to guarantee bus service on the first day. Hill Country News
- ➤ Leander ISD is marking May as Mental Health Awareness Month by encouraging families to watch for early warning signs and build routines that support students’ emotional well-being (a key step for local educational success). Hill Country News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Williamson County held an art exhibit and awards ceremony on April 22 at the Georgetown Annex to mark National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. County officials used the event to honor victims and highlight local contributions. Hill Country News
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Tank & K. Michelle Concert
8-11 p.m. — H-E-B Center at Cedar Park — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful sounds of multi-Grammy nominated R&B artists Tank and K. Michelle live.
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Health & Fitness Wearable Study - Austin, TX
Are you interested in participating in a Health & Fitness Wearable Study in Austin, Texas? You can earn up to $700. Weekday appointments are available from 8am to 2pm.
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Blues Traveler Performance
5-6:30 p.m. — Haute Spot — TBA — Get ready for a night of toe-tapping tunes from Blues Traveler at the local favorite venue.
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The Damn Torpedoes Live
6-9 p.m. — Haute Spot — Admission details TBA — Enjoy an evening of live music under the stars at Cedar Park's premier outdoor venue.
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Mike Ryan Live Concert
6-11 p.m. — Haute Spot — TBA — Enjoy a vibrant night of live music under the stars with Mike Ryan at Cedar Park’s premier outdoor venue.
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Join Our Fitness Research Study
Tech Mahindra is recruiting participants ages 60 - 65 for a Health and Fitness Wearable Study in Austin, Texas. Join us and earn up to $700.
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