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Morning Cedar Park! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Which new Cedar Park shops and eateries are opening near you?
  • How much will Cedar Park's new budget raise your tax bill?
  • Thinking about a Hill Country day trip from Cedar Park?

Also on today's calendar: Grand opening Siena Dental and 2 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 96 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 98, low: 77.
  • Friday: Mostly sunny and hot, with a high of 98 and low of 77 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Scheels, sandwiches and soccer: 13 Cedar Park-area business updates to know this September (communityimpact.com) — New and upcoming businesses are reshaping daily life in Cedar Park, from the newly opened Scheels with its indoor Ferris wheel to fresh options for pet care, tacos, and coffee. Several spots are already open for you to visit, while others, including Chewy Vet Care and Paris Baguette, are slated to arrive over the next year and beyond.
   

2. Budgets and bonds: 3 key Cedar Park-area local government stories in September (communityimpact.com) — Cedar Park officials are advancing a $216 million city budget that would raise the average homeowner's annual city property tax bill by about $49 while aiming to preserve services. City Council is also forming a task force to shape a possible 2027 bond program, as Williamson County adopts a large budget with a no-new-revenue tax rate that affects local taxpayers.
   

3. Ride Through Texas Hill Country On A Vintage Train With Historic Cars And Scenic Views (myfamilytravels.com) — Vintage train excursions from the Cedar Park Depot offer residents full-day and shorter Hill Country rides, complete with historic railcars, river trestle crossings, and a layover on Burnet's historic square. With options like the Hill Country Flyer and Bertram Flyer, locals can plan an easy day trip that starts right in Cedar Park and showcases classic Texas scenery.
   

4. Volleyball Recap: Rouse Has No Trouble Against Brenham (maxpreps.com) — Rouse volleyball just swept Brenham 3–0 and now heads to face Cedar Park at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, giving local fans a home matchup to watch. With Rouse sitting at 15–15 and Brenham on a skid, this upcoming clash offers Cedar Park supporters a good chance to see how their team stacks up.
   

5. Citizen Alerts: September 9, 2026 (wilcosun.com) — A new application has been filed for a wine-only package store permit at the 7-Eleven on Brushy Creek Road in Cedar Park, which could expand local alcohol options if approved. The same notice package also lists upcoming storage auctions, bond sales, estate and creditor notices, school screenings, and government bid opportunities across Williamson County that may matter to residents and local businesses.
   

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🗓 Events Nearby

    Wednesday September 9
  • Library Volunteer Orientation
    Elsa England El Austin, TX 78717
    12:45 pm
  • 8th Football vs Hopewell
    James Garland Walsh Middle Walsh Middle School, 3850 Walsh Ranch Blvd, Round Rock, TX 7868
    5:00 pm
    • Thursday September 10
  • RRHS Subvarsity Volleyball @ McCallum JV Tourney
    Round Rock H S McCallum HS
  • VB Team Build/Study Hall Cafeteria
    James Garland Walsh Middle Round Rock, TX 78681
    8:00 am
  • 3rd-5th Grade Parent Info Night
    Chandler Oaks El Round Rock, TX 78681
    5:00 pm
  • Volleyball vs Deerpark - Swain
    Chisholm Trail Middle Round Rock, TX 78681
    5:30 pm
  • Girls Volleyball vs Canyon Vista (7th Home/8th Away)
    Cedar Valley Middle Canyon Vista Middle School, 8455 Spicewood Springs Rd, Austin
    5:30 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Yesterday I read a review on Nextdoor about two young men, Jacob and Aiden, that did some landscaping clean up work for a lady and she was so impressed by their work ethic and dedication to getting the job done.
    On a whim, I sent a text to the number she left in her post. (737) 288-2847 and asked for help with my garden plot in a community garden. I had let… (Nextdoor Anderson Mill West 2)
  • Chip needs help finding her way home.
    She has been known to frequent Oakwood Glen Dr, Oakwood Glen Trial, Sycamore Dr, Tiera Blanco Tr, and Heppener Dr. She lives on Meadow Lark Dr. If… (Nextdoor Cypress Mill)
  • H-E-B Grocery Company, LP posted a job opening for Austin 26 (Parmer/Whitestone) Sanitation - Overnight Total Store Sanitation Lead - Full time in Cedar Park. Apply here.
  • First Watch - Mac Haik Enterprises posted a job opening for Busser in Cedar Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cedar Park here.

Ok Cedar Park! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he wouldn't get caught red handed. (Thank you Vicki B. for sending it in!)
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