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TSTC adding semiconductor, automation, robotics curriculum this fall

The East Williamson County Texas State Technical College campus will add semiconductor technology as well as automation and robotics technology curriculum this fall, the trade school announced April 8. 

What you need to know: The addition of these courses to the Hutto school's curriculum is a direct response to a surge in demand for skilled workers in the semiconductor and manufacturing industries in Williamson County, per a news release shared by TSTC. This surge in demand is largely driven by increased local fabrication and domestic chip production. 

The details: The new curriculum will join the college's existing Industrial Maintenance program among offerings in the greater Advanced Manufacturing program geared toward the local semiconductor and manufacturing industry. Registration for the summer and fall 2026 semesters is now open, according to the college. 

 
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New coffee shop to open in Hutto

Area residents will soon have a new spot to grab a cup of coffee and small bites in Hutto.

The gist: BrewLAB is expected to hold a soft opening in Hutto later this month. Owned by Laureen Ballard, the shop will offer espresso, shaken espresso, cold brew, cocoa, matcha lattes and other coffee drinks. The business will also offer small food items, such as egg bites, croissants and sausage wraps.

Ballard said the shop’s soft opening will take place on weekends, running through the end of April, while a grand opening is schedule for Mother’s Day weekend on May 10.

  • Soft opening April 11
 
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Hutto ISD teacher highlighted as a top national educator with $25,000 award

A Hutto ISD kindergarten teacher was surprised with the announcement of their selection as a winner of the Milken Educator Award on April 7.

What you need to know: Olivia Joseph, a kindergarten teacher at Howard Norman Elementary School, was announced as the winner of the award, which comes with a $25,000 cash prize and expenses-paid participation in the Milken Educator Awards Forum in Washington, D.C. in June.

The details: Through her participation in the awards, which are funded by the Milken Family Foundation nonprofit, Joseph will receive mentorship opportunities intended to strengthen education practice and policy. Joseph is the only Texas educator to receive the award in the 2025-26 school year, according to the foundation.

 

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Kyle Market Days: Spring Celebration

ABC Kite Fest

April 11, 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Kyle

April 11, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Cedar Fest

Books and Bees Festival

April 11, 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
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April 11, 1-5 p.m.
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Burn ban lifted in unincorporated Travis County after early April showers

Travis County officials have lifted a burn ban for unincorporated areas of Travis County that began in February.

Recent rainfall over the weekend of April 3-5 along with additional rain forecasted in the coming days is expected to improve moisture levels and reduce the threat of wildfires, according to county information.

What you need to know: While outdoor burning is now allowed in unincorporated areas, residents should use caution and be aware of fire conditions, according to county information. County officials suggest keeping a fire extinguisher or water nearby while burning.

Before conducting outdoor burning, residents are expected to contact their local fire department and receive any necessary permits. Residents should call 911 if a fire becomes uncontrolled.

What they're saying: “Recent rainfall has significantly improved conditions across Travis County, and with more rain in the forecast, I am cautiously optimistic conditions will continue to improve,” Travis County Fire Marshal Gary Howell said in a news release.

Stay tuned: Residents can receive burn ban status updates by texting TCBURNBAN to 888777.

 

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