Amanda Cutshall

1 week ago | communityimpact.com | Amanda Cutshall

Voters will have one final chance to give their input on Bastrop’s next mayor June 7. What’s happening? The race to become Bastrop’s next mayor began following former Bastrop Mayor Lyle Nelson’s resignation in January. Three candidates qualified to participate in the elections May 3, including Willie DeLaRosa who garnered 34% of the votes, Ward Northcutt with 17%, and Ishmael Harris with 49%.

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Amanda Cutshall

In a nutshellJeremiah’s Italian Ice will open in Burleson Crossing just in time for summer, offering guests a new spot to chill out with a cool treat next door to the newly opened Chipotle. Things are about to get a lot sweeter in Bastrop.The overviewLocal couple Jack and Aly Plimpton are hiring team members as they ramp up to host their grand opening this summer.

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Amanda Cutshall

In a nutshellThe team opened the fast-casual eatery within the new portion of Burleson Crossing, between Lowe's Home Improvement and Hwy. 71. Other businesses, including Jeremiah's Italian Ice and Palm Beach Tan, are expected to open in that same section of the shopping center later this year. On the menu Chipotle offers create-your-own, Mexican-inspired food including burritos, tacos, salads, bowls, quesadillas and more.

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Amanda Cutshall

Nearly a year after longtime City Secretary Ann Franklin submitted her notice, the city of Bastrop has officially filled the role. Michael Muscarello began his tenure May 27 as the permanent city secretary. Some contextFollowing Franklin’s departure in July 2024, Irma Parker served as interim city secretary from August to October under a contracted agreement. Since then, she has remained available to the city on a project-by-project basis.

2 weeks ago | communityimpact.com | Amanda Cutshall

Bastrop County residents who depend on groundwater for drinking, farming and daily life may soon share their aquifer with Austin’s long-term water storage plan. Despite years of planned testing, Bastrop officials oppose Austin Water's proposed project over threats to local ranchers’ water supply. What's happening? Austin’s Aquifer Storage and Recovery, or ASR, project would utilize up to 7,000 acres near Paige, about 200 of which would be above ground.