01/13/2021
01/13/2021
Local News for Leander, Texas
01/13/2021
01/13/2021
Weather forces Leander ISD to close campuses Monday
Leander ISD announced Monday evening that it has canceled all virtual and in-person classes for Jan. 11 due to inclement weather conditions. All schools and offices will be closed. Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Leander Police: Unlocked vehicle a factor in number of vehicle thefts, burglaries
The Leander Police Department warned the public Thursday that vehicles being left unlocked was a major factor in a number of recent vehicle thefts and burglary of items from vehicles in 2019 and Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Joe Perkins Giddens, Sr
Joe Perkins Giddens, Sr., 96, of Leander, Texas passed away January 4th 2021 of non-Covid related causes.Joe was a lifetime farmer and rancher born in Leander and lived the majority of his life Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
LISD limiting attendance at athletic and fine arts events
Leander ISD is limiting attendance to all athletic and fine arts events to minimize the spread of COVID-19, according to an announcement from the district on Monday. Each athlete or performer … Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
UPDATE: Snowfall surprises Cedar, Leander with Winter Wonderland; LISD calls a Snow Day
Central Texas was blanketed with approximately six inches of heavy snowfall Sunday morning, the first major snowfall the region has received since the record-setting storm in 2017.Temperatures … Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/13/2021
Leander Police seek suspect in Leander cell phone store robbery
The Leander Police Department is seeking help from the public to identify and provide information on the two suspects in the Sunday, Jan. 3, armed robbery of a Leander cell phone store. Leander … Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/02/2021
It was all about a burger
A review of our website traffic in 2020 makes one thing perfectly clear: Leander really wants a hamburger.And, not just any hamburger. No, Leander wants a Whataburger.Even with all the turmoil we saw Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
01/02/2021
2020 Top Stories: Greg Kelley documentary, exoneration leads to Police Chief, investigator resignations
Former Leander football star Greg Kelley’s 2014 conviction in Williamson County for criminal sexual misconduct with children, years-long fight to clear his name and unprecedented full exoneration of Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
12/26/2020
Rouse Raiders Football: Not the ending we …
Not the ending we wanted but this TEAM is a family and has made us proud beyond measure. We love you Raiders. Class of 2021, you have set a new standard. Thank you. We are 1roUSe. #holdtherope Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/26/2020
Rouse Raiders Football: Streaming link for today’s …
Streaming link for today’s game: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.12/25/2020
Leander’s Early Voting moving to Leander Public Library site for future elections
Early Voting activities will now be held at the Library Annex at the Leander Public Library for future elections.The Leander City Council unanimously approved Thursday shifting where they conduct Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.12/25/2020
$30M wastewater plan expansion bond approved by Leander Council, secures city’s needs through 2025
The Leander City Council unanimously approved issuing $30 million in bonds to cover Leander’s share of the construction cost for the next phase of the East Wastewater Treatment Plant expansion, which Read the rest of the article on hillcountrynews.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020
Leander Police: Do you recognize either …
Do you recognize either one of these two? If so, contact Ofc Fuller at 512-528-2800, reference case #20-2813, but don’t identify them here on social media. They are suspected of burglarizing several vehicles in the 1000 blk of Overlook Bend on 12/18 around noon. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020
Leander Police: Leander Police Chief Greg …
Leander Police Chief Greg Minton is excited to announce the release of the organization’s new smartphone application. This app will serve as a new way for the police department to connect with Leander residents and visitors. Download today: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020
Leander Police: Stay connected! Download our …
Stay connected! Download our new app today to receive emergency notifications, submit crime tips, get sex offender information, etc. This app is available for download for free in the App Store and Google Play by searching “Leander Police TX” or go to: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020
Leander Police: Yesterday, Chief Minton had …
Yesterday, Chief Minton had the honor of presenting Traffic Sgt. Doyle with the Meritorious Service Medal for his innovation and commitment to keeping our children safe in school zones. Thank you for your service to our community Sgt. Doyle. Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020
The City of Leander, Texas: LEANDER WATER CUSTOMERS: Starting …
LEANDER WATER CUSTOMERS: Starting today, please stop all outdoor watering and make sure your irrigation systems remain off through the holidays. We are shifting water treatment operations as our regional partner, BCRUA, conducts pipeline repairs. Details: Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020
Leander High School: Are you still looking …
Are you still looking for that last minute gift for the holidays? Nothing says I you more than a LHS IB shirt. We have both long and short sleeve available. Please check them out, they are pretty cool and are a must have! Read the article on twitter.com READ MORE.
12/25/2020