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Yahoo
28-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Texas purchases 1,100 acres of land for new state park
The Brief Central Texas to get new state park Texas Parks & Wildlife signed off on purchase of 1,100 acres this week The park is expected to be fully open to the public in four years AUSTIN, Texas - Central Texas will be getting a new state park in the next few years. Texas Parks & Wildlife signed off on the purchase this week. What we know The rugged Texas Hill Country is already known for its stunning state parks and now the state is adding one more. "The Colorado River is beautiful," said Justin Rhodes, the Deputy Director of Texas State Parks. "It's a resource Texas should be proud to have and just having access to the river, more access, miles of river frontage, but also Yancey Creek. That's a unique feature on the property." By the numbers The more than 3,000-acre park will be across the river from Colorado Bend State Park, which is already pretty popular with 80,000 visitors a year. The park will include 1,100 acres of land in Lampasas and Burnet counties that the state officially purchased this week, along with 2,000 acres that had already been bought by Burnet County. The state park will be developed with the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, a one-billion dollar fund approved by voters in 2023 for new state parks. What they're saying "It's well-known for falls and access to the Colorado River, but pretty light on the amenities while you're there," said Rhodes. The new site will feature some of the same Central Texas beauty, but Rhodes hopes it will offer more options for overnight stays. "Potentially RV sites, potentially cabins, cottages, we're still early in the planning process," said Rhodes. "We're excited, we're excited for the park system, we're excited for Texans," added Rhodes. "It's a new era of state parks. We just celebrated 100 years and this is helping us launch into the next 100 years of Texas State Parks." What's next The park is expected to be fully open to the public in four years, but they are hoping to bring fishers and bikers in around the two-year mark. Hunters could be welcomed as early as next fall. There's still no word on what the new park will be called. The Source Information in this report comes from reporting/interviews by FOX 7 Austin's Lauren Rangel.
Yahoo
22-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
H-E-B- to give away 274,000 reusable bags for Earth Day – how to get one
As part of its annual Earth Day celebration, H-E-B will give away 274,000 free reusable bags to customers across Texas. One random customer from each store will also be selected to receive an annual Texas State Parks pass. Here's what we know. Beginning at 8 a.m., customers at any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V's Smart Shop, or Mi Tienda location will receive a complimentary Earth Day bag while supplies last. This year's bag features a nostalgic postcard-style design showcasing Galveston Island State Park. It's the second in a three-part series. Additional bags will be available for purchase at $1.50 each. Since 2008, the Texas-based grocery store has given out more than 3.2 million reusable bags, according to a release from the company. The retailer is also the retailer is sponsoring the Trash Free Gulf campaign, which gives Texans an opportunity to participate in over 80 litter cleanups in every major watershed and along the coastline to work towards a Trash Free Gulf, according to the release. This article originally appeared on Austin American-Statesman: Earth Day 2025: H-E-B to give out free reusable bags in Texas
Axios
28-01-2025
- Business
- Axios
Central Texas is about to get a new state park
A new state park in Central Texas is in the works. Why it matters: With so much of Texas property in private hands, the new park will be key to expanding public access to the state's natural spaces. Driving the news: The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has purchased 2,020 acres in Burnet County for $35 million using a combination of a one-time funding appropriation from the legislature and revenue from the sporting goods sales tax. The property includes two miles along the Colorado River and is located across the river from Colorado Bend State Park, about 100 miles northwest of Austin. Ten miles upstream from Lake Buchanan, the property features rugged hills and diverse habitats, per the state agency. What they're saying:"It is fun to imagine generations of Texans enjoying the scenic views and outdoor adventures awaiting on this property," Rodney Franklin, director of Texas State Parks, said in a statement. What's next: State parks officials have not set a potential opening date.
